"You are pumping 90 to 100 megalitres per day against a maximum demand of 165 megalitres," said Dr Masuka. "That is about two-thirds of the required supply, yet residents are only getting water for two days a week. "The minister suggested that the distribution system was being manipulated, pointing to possible favouritism in how water was supplied. Councillor Mxolisi Mahlangu admitted that leak and burst pipe reports were not properly tracked, causing delays and confusion. Many are now demanding accountability, with calls growing louder for the council to explain who is benefitting from round-the-clock water access while the majority struggle with chronic shortages.