Cala
Yes. Tap water in Cala is low risk across 2 water systems. Safe to drink from the tap.
2 official water systems are listed for this town. Each keeps its own rating.
Is it safe?
Sakhisizwe - Cala Supply System
Low risk
Safe to drink from the tap
Run by Chris Hani District Municipality.
Blue Drop risk rating 42.1%. Lower is better.
Bacterial tests passed: 100%.
Chemical tests passed: 94.1%.
Is it safe?
SAKHISIZWE-Cala Package System
Low risk
Safe to drink from the tap
Run by Chris Hani District Municipality.
Blue Drop risk rating 32.8%. Lower is better.
Bacterial tests passed: 100%.
Chemical tests passed: 95.2%.
Source
DWS Blue Drop Progress Report 2025.
Period covered: July 2023 to June 2024.
The Blue Drop risk rating combines a system’s size and load, how many bacterial and chemical tests passed, staff skills, and whether it has a water safety plan. Lower is better. Map positions are approximate.
Common questions
Can I drink the tap water in Cala, Eastern Cape?
Yes. Tap water in Cala is low risk across 2 water systems. Safe to drink from the tap.
Where do these ratings come from?
DWS Blue Drop Progress Report 2025. Period covered: July 2023 to June 2024.