Residents of Nyakallong in South Africa's Free State say sewage continues to spill into their yards and pollute water near Voëlpan Dam, despite a High Court ruling against the Matjhabeng Local Municipality, the municipality being placed under administration, and intervention by the South African Human Rights Commission. According to Health-e News, the problems persist almost two years after the SAHRC found the municipality had violated residents' rights and endangered their health through sewage pollution.

Residents of Mangaung are calling for action regarding worsening sewer spills that are flooding Freedom Square Township. The situation has reportedly deteriorated, prompting community members to seek intervention.

Raw sewage in a Limpopo village has contaminated the Senwamokgope River, raising concerns among residents about potential disease and water contamination. The pollution has left the community without a reliable source of water, according to Health-e News.

Children in Saulsville, west of Pretoria, continue to play in public parks that residents say have become unsafe due to sewage spills, illegal dumping and deteriorating infrastructure, according to Health-e News. During a visit to Forest Park on Chauke Street, the outlet found sewage flowing through the park, rubbish dumped across the site, most playground equipment missing and no fencing. Community activist Brian Mabasa, a lifelong Saulsville resident, said the park has not been properly maintained for years.

Residents in Rivers state are expressing concern over suspected crude oil pollution affecting their water source. This incident highlights ongoing environmental challenges faced by communities in an area that significantly contributes to Nigeria's oil wealth. The residents are hopeful that increased public attention will prompt effective action and long-term restoration efforts.

A court has ordered the City of Joburg and Mogale City to repair the flooded riverbeds in Featherbrooke Estate, Muldersdrift, following years of legal disputes. This ruling is seen as a significant precedent for community schemes throughout South Africa, according to IOL.