From a regulatory point of view, drinking water quality (DWQ) management services by Greater Sekhukhune District Municipality presents a high risk situation to public health. The Department of Water Affairs has to express concern since the microbiological quality of water shows non-compliances with the South African standard for drinking water (SANS 241) THUS BUFFALO ICE & WATER WILL PURIFY WATER TO SUPPLY HEALTHY DRINKING WATER TO RURAL AREAS