By Thapelo Molefe
The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) has promised to make water security, infrastructure maintenance and reliable basic services a priority in municipalities it governs if elected in the 2026 Local Government Elections.
IFP president Velenkosini Hlabisa said the party would focus on fixing failing water systems, repairing leaks and burst pipes and reducing water losses rather than relying on emergency water tankers.
“Water security is non-negotiable,” Hlabisa said.
He was speaking at Princess Magogo Stadium in KwaMashu, Durban, on Sunday during the launch of the IFP’s five-point manifesto for the November 4 local government elections.
Hlabisa said the failure of basic municipal services had a direct impact on people’s livelihoods, education, health and safety.
“When a water system fails, it is a mother who must carry buckets,” he said.
“When electricity fails, it is a child who cannot study. When refuse is not collected, disease and indignity enter
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