1 min readBy Seth Thorne
GROUNDUP: Joburg fails to open public swimming pools — again
Thirty-six pools were supposed to be open from 1 September. The City blames delays in repairs and maintenance, a shortage of water treatment chemicals and recruitment delays.
By Seth ThorneSouth Africa
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Thirty-six pools were supposed to be open from 1 September. The City blames delays in repairs and maintenance, a shortage of water treatment chemicals and recruitment delays.
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- 27 words · 1 min read
- Published
- October 6, 2026
- Byline
- Seth Thorne
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- Daily Maverick