Richards Bay
Yes. Tap water in Richards Bay 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?
Mzingazi WTW
Low risk
Safe to drink from the tap
Run by uMhlathuze Local Municipality.
Blue Drop risk rating 35.9%. Lower is better.
Bacterial tests passed: 96.1%.
Chemical tests passed: 98.9%.
Is it safe?
Nsezi WTW
Low risk
Safe to drink from the tap
Run by uMhlathuze Local Municipality.
Blue Drop risk rating 30.1%. Lower is better.
Bacterial tests passed: 100%.
Chemical tests passed: 99.8%.
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 Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal?
Yes. Tap water in Richards Bay 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.