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Tel: [phone] | Fax: [phone] Email: [email protected] [email protected] Website: www.ombudsman.org.za for the press code This publication subscribes to the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) Code of Conduct which represents truthful advertising. Should any reader feel/believe that advertising in this publication lacks substantiation, is dishonest or misleading in any way they may refer to the ASA. www.asasa.org.za CONTENTS Cover sponsored by 4 Around the water cooler 5 News 7 What’s on 8 Municipalities Nature-based wastewater treatment The theme of this year’s World Water Forum in Stockholm was “Nature-based Solutions”. As part of this, Mike Muller was invited to debate the thesis that ‘natural infrastructure’ could replace the need for built water infrastructure. 12 Water wonders Diving between continents In a world beset with water abuse and water shortages, this serves as a reminder of why we are called the Blue Planet and to appreciate how precious this commodity is. 14 Infrastructure Macking a difference The City of Cape Town had a major challenge: The Black-Mac outfall sewer, over time, had succumbed to corrosion and disintegration and required a complete overhaul, as well as increasing the hydraulic capacity for the growing population. 22 Environment Planet’s plastic plight  Of all the pollution that could beset this planet, plastic is the one that has resonated with public consciousness — in a big way. 28 Debate Can we get South Africa to recycle its water? Circular economy or going around in circles? While the problem is complex, can there be simple solutions to the water issues gripping the country? 30 Industry Stockholm: World Water Week Annually, Stockholm, Sweden, hosts World Water Week, the leading event on global water issues, organised by Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI). Held from 26 to 31 August, this year’s theme was “Water, Ecosystems and Human Development”. 34 Innovations 36 Contributors 38 Networking When measurement matters Water Sewage & Effluent September/October 2018 3