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That means your water meets the highest safety and sustainability standards in South Africa.
Because not all bottled water is created equal.
Scroll down to enter the competition.
Why SANBWA
Some brands skip the safety checks.
Some don’t tell you where the water comes from.
Others cut corners that could put your health at risk.
But SANBWA-accredited water?
It’s clean. It’s tested. It’s trusted.
What to Look For Every Time
- The SANBWA logo – your assurance of safety
- Water origin – clearly listed (not vague or missing)
- Bottling & expiry dates – always visible on the bottle and not pre-printed on the label
- The product category – make sure it is legitimate (see our section on Categories of Bottled Water)
- That it is bottled in a food safe facility not in a shop
- That there are no unsubstantiated health claims and greenwashing
These aren’t extras. They’re essentials.
Why It Matters
You can’t always see, taste or smell unsafe water
It could still contain bacteria or chemicals that harm your health.
SANBWA-approved brands:
- Are tested regularly
- Follow strict hygiene rules
- Are traceable from water source to shelf
- Only use safe, food-grade PET bottles
- Conforms with the SANBWA gold standard for packaged water, audited
If it doesn’t say SANBWA, don’t drink it.
A Better Choice for You and the Planet
When you choose SANBWA:
- You support facilities that save water and energy and protect water sources
- You back brands using 100% recyclable bottles, no greenwashing with biodegradable bottles that is not recycled
- You help grow a responsible industry with real oversight and jobs
Make sure your water has not been bottled illegally by a re-filling shop in unhygienic conditions
No refilled bottles. No shortcuts. No guesswork.
Want to know which brands make the cut?
COMPETITION
8 winners will receive a case of bottled water.
Competition closes on 31 January 2026. Winners will be announced 28 February 2026.
T’s & C’s Apply
Enter here:
Competition Terms & Conditions
How to Enter: Buy a bottle with our special neck tag and scan the QR code to enter.
Eligibility: Open to residents of South Africa.
Prizes: 8 winners will each receive a case of water. No cash alternatives.
Winner Selection: Winners will be chosen at random and notified via email by end February 2026.
Claiming Prize: Winners must respond within 7 days to claim their prize which will be couriered to them.
Other Info: By entering, you agree to our use of your information for administering the competition and marketing. Entry implies acceptance of these terms.