Can I drink the tap water?

How good is the tap water in Pinetown, South Africa ?


1 people said I drink filtered tap water.

All in all, 0% of folks here drink from the tap.



How good is the tap water in all of South Africa?


54 people said I drink filtered tap water, 106 people said I love the tap water here, 77 people said The tap water is not safe to drink.

All in all, 45% of folks here drink from the tap.


Can you drink the tap water in Pinetown then?


The quality of tap water in Pinetown, South Africa, is generally considered safe to drink. The water is treated and meets the national standards set by the Department of Water and Sanitation. However, it is always recommended to use a water filter or boil the water before consuming it to ensure maximum safety.

Answers in Pinetown vs. South Africa

Not enough comparable data yet to rank Pinetown within South Africa, its continent, or globally.

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