Is tap water drinkable in Cape Town?


Is tap water drinkable in Cape Town? A recent study suggests that Cape Town is one of only twelve cities where it is very safe to drink the water supply. That's not to say that Johannesburg and Durban are lagging behind. In many cases, the local municipality is responsible for taking care of supplying clean water to citizens.


How safe is Cape Town?

Cape Town is a generally safe place for a holiday or a workation. However, like several cities in South Africa, it has its fair share of crime, especially gang-related activity. Cape Town is also home to the South African parliament, so political demonstrations and rallies are also common.


Where is the cleanest tap water in the world?

Finland, known as the country with the cleanest tap water, boasts 168,000 lakes and 647 rivers, out of which a staggering 85% have been deemed to have high-quality water. The responsibility for the protection of these water reservoirs is shared jointly by the Finnish Government with private and municipal organizations.