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KwaZulu-Natal

It depends on the town. 133 of 200 listed water systems in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa are low risk (66.5%).

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 KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa?

It depends on the town. 133 of 200 listed water systems in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa are low risk (66.5%).

Where do these ratings come from?

DWS Blue Drop Progress Report 2025. Period covered: July 2023 to June 2024.