BY Nkosazana Ngwadla
Directors of Public Affairs, Communication & Sustainability for Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA), Nozicelo Juqula Ngcobo, and The Coca-Cola Company SA’s Babongile Mandela, recently shared a panel with Dr. Jennifer Molwantwa, CEO of the Water Research Commission, at the Business Day Dialogue ‘Water Sustainability’ webinar.
With water being a finite resource and demand in South Africa surpassing supply, this timely discussion brought together industry leaders to explore partnerships, innovative solutions, and collaborative efforts to build water resilience in local communities.
Key highlights from discussions include:
Strengthening Community Partnerships – Emphasizing the importance of private, public, and community stakeholders working together to address water scarcity and ensure long-term sustainability.
Innovative Solutions – Adopting cutting-edge technologies, infrastructure improvements, and sustainable practices that can help conserve water resources and promote responsible usage.
Building Water Resilience – Developing strategies for communities to better withstand water challenges, adapt to changing conditions, and create lasting solutions to secure South Africa’s water future.
Develop a Collective Conscientiousness: Communities, businesses and government to put water stewardship at the forefront of their initiatives and measure their results to achieve real impact.
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