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About Knysna

Province: Western Cape
Type: Local municipality
Population: 68 659
Phone: 044 302 6300
Address: Council Offices, C/O Clyde & Queen Streets, Knysna
Website: www.knysna.gov.za

KnysnaSep 3, 2026

Level 2 Water Restrictions announced for Greater Knysna

Greater Knysna’s water restriction level has been lowered from Level 4 to Level 2, following improvements to the municipal water reticulation system and increased river flows. The Akkerkloof storage dam, which serves as the key indicator for determining water restriction levels, has risen steadily in recent weeks. Despite the improved dam levels, continued water conservation […]

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KnysnaAug 17, 2026

Improved water reticulation network allows for relaxed water restrictions

Knysna Municipality Executive Mayor Thando Matika confirmed that the area’s water restriction level has dropped from level four to level two. “This relaxation is a direct result of improving and maintaining our water reticulation system,” he said. The water level of the Akkerkloof storage dam serves as the barometer for altering water restrictions. “With repairs […]

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KnysnaFeb 28, 2026

Water augmentation plan gains momentum as multimillion-Rand projects move to implementation

Knysna is shifting from emergency water measures to long-term infrastructure, with nearly R36 million in projects moving to implementation. Residents should continue conserving water as the municipality works to stabilise supply.

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KnysnaFeb 20, 2026

Municipality reports steady progress in stabilising water supply

Knysna reports steady progress in stabilising water supply across the municipal area, despite continued low rainfall. Residents should maintain water-wise habits while infrastructure improvements are implemented.

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KnysnaFeb 10, 2026

Knysna is open for business and welcomes visitors to a water-wise destination

Knysna remains open to visitors despite water challenges affecting the Garden Route. Tourists and residents are encouraged to support local businesses while practising water-wise habits during their stay.

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KnysnaJan 27, 2026

Knysna is working hard to avoid Day Zero as intensified interventions take effect

Knysna Municipality has significantly intensified its water security interventions as part of an ongoing, coordinated effort to avoid Day Zero and to stabilise the municipal water system amid sustained pressure on water supply.

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KnysnaJan 16, 2026

Greater Knysna Municipal area declared as a Local Disaster Area

The Knysna Council declared the greater Knysna municipal area as a local disaster area in terms of the Disaster Management Act, Act 57 of 2002. Knysna Executive Mayor, Thando Matika confirmed that Council made the decision during a special Council meeting held today, 16 January 2026. “This allows for much needed national and provincial interventions.

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KnysnaJan 14, 2026

Residents have the power to turn the water crisis around

Knysna Executive Mayor, Thando Matika said if Knysna residents work with the Municipality, the water shortages can be alleviated to ensure a constant flow of water.

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KnysnaDec 5, 2025

High-level intergovernmental engagement on Knysna’s water security

Knysna Municipality hosted a high-level engagement with senior representatives from national and provincial government today, 4 December, to address the increasingly urgent water challenges facing Greater Knysna.

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