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INSANE: Johannesburg faces unprecedented water crisis | Rare Historical Photos

Residents of the township of Soweto, South Africa, queue for water Saturday, March 16, 2024. Thousands of South Africans are lining up for water as the country's largest city, Johannesburg, confronts

South Africa's largest city, Johannesburg, is currently grappling with a severe water shortage that has left residents in dire straits. The situation, described as unprecedented, is affecting millions of people across the city.

The water crisis is attributed to a combination of factors, including hot weather leading to decreased reservoir levels and decades of neglect resulting in crumbling infrastructure. This has led to a dangerous situation where residents, both rich and poor, are facing acute water scarcity.

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