Drilling a borehole is a significant financial investment for a client. As infrastructure continues to degrade in South Africa, boreholes are becoming a primary source of fresh water for many households. While the siting and drilling of a borehole are critically important for its sustainability, it is the everyday management that ultimately determines its longevity …
This letter serves to outline the current groundwater situation in the Dlangezwa area, KwaZulu-Natal, particularly in relation to the rapid development surrounding the University of Zululand. For the past 30 years, borehole drilling and groundwater supply have formed an integral part of infrastructure development in the Dlangezwa region. Through long-standing involvement in this field, we …
An essential guide for property owners Drilling and equipping a borehole is a significant financial investment and, if done correctly, can provide a reliable water supply for decades. Unfortunately, the borehole industry in South Africa has recently seen a rapid increase in substandard and fly-by-night service providers. This has resulted in many property owners losing …