Curepipe Residents Face Water Only Every Other Day, 3am–8am
The Central Water Authority has restricted water supply in Curepipe to alternate days, between 3am and 8am only, affecting thousands of households.
Residents of Curepipe, a major town in the central highlands of Mauritius, are facing a significantly reduced water supply, with distribution limited to every other day and only during the early morning hours of 3am to 8am.
The restriction means households have just a five-hour window every two days to collect and store water for their daily needs. For families, the elderly, and businesses in the area, this presents a serious practical challenge — particularly given that the supply window falls in the middle of the night.
The Central Water Authority, known as the CWA, is the government body responsible for managing and distributing drinking water across Mauritius. Curepipe, located at an altitude of roughly 550 metres on the central plateau, is one of the island's most densely populated inland towns and is home to a mix of residential neighbourhoods, schools, and commercial establishments.
No official reason was provided in the announcement for the alternate-day schedule, but water rationing of this kind in Mauritius is typically linked to low reservoir levels, infrastructure maintenance, or damage to supply networks. The island has faced recurring water stress, particularly during drier months or following major weather events that can disrupt pumping stations and pipelines.
Residents affected by the restrictions are advised to store sufficient water during the active supply window to last through the off-day. The use of water tanks and storage containers is common practice in Mauritius during rationing periods, but not all households — particularly in older or rented properties — are equipped with adequate storage capacity.
What this means for Curepipe residents: if your water runs out on a non-supply day, you will have no access to mains water until the next scheduled distribution window. Residents should prioritise filling all available storage containers, including buckets, tanks, and water heaters, during the 3am to 8am window on supply days. Those without storage capacity may need to contact their landlord, a local authority, or community services for assistance.
The CWA has not yet confirmed how long these restrictions will remain in place. Residents are encouraged to monitor official CWA communications or contact the authority directly for updates specific to their street or district.
Source: Le Defi Media
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is water only being distributed every other day in Curepipe?−
The Central Water Authority (CWA) has restricted supply in Curepipe to alternate days, between 3am and 8am. While no specific reason was stated in the announcement, such rationing in Mauritius is typically caused by low reservoir levels, maintenance work, or damage to the supply network.
What should Curepipe residents do during the water rationing period?−
Residents should fill all available storage containers — including tanks, buckets, and water heaters — during the supply window of 3am to 8am on scheduled days. Those without sufficient storage should contact their landlord or the CWA directly for guidance.
Who is responsible for water supply in Mauritius?−
The Central Water Authority (CWA) is the government body that manages drinking water distribution across Mauritius, including in towns like Curepipe on the central plateau.
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