Free Basic Water
Paid by Municipalities (funded via Local Government Equitable Share) · 🇿🇦 South Africa
What this pays
The published value, how it is calculated, and whether it is cash or a credit ceiling.
Email and a six-digit code, then €50 a year. No password to forget.
Who qualifies
UnlockThe 3 published rules this programme tests you against — age, income, residency, household and the rest.
The steps, documents and official link are part of the paid plan. Checking how much you're owed stays free.
2 documents you'll need
UnlockExactly what to gather before you start, so nothing sends you back to the beginning.
Where this comes from
Free basic water consists of at least a basic amount of 6 kl (6 000 l) of water per month per household. This amount may differ among municipalities
https://www.gov.za/faq/government-services/how-do-i-access-free-basic-municipal-services
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Last checked against the official page on 5 October 2026
Source: www.gov.za
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