Cholera outbreak: test results in Hammanskraal have been revealed

The city conducted sampling testing of water from multiple sites around Temba and Hammanskraal on Monday. The tests came after nearly 100 people visited hospitals and clinics since Monday last week showing cholera symptoms, including diarrhoea, stomach cramps and nausea. To date, over 50 people have been admitted to the hospital seeking medical assistance. Deputy Minister for Water and Sanitation David Mahlobo confirmed that 15 people have died due to a cholera outbreak.