The cost of water is reportedly 25 times cheaper than before, while the service level has been maintained.273 The company has also been proactive in seeking out households in need of financial assistance and raising awareness about the availability of subsidies. To fulfil this right, public authorities use various strategies for the provision of free basic water and sanitation services. Each household is entitled to a supply of 6,000 litres of free, safe water per month, and ventilated improved pit latrines and flush toilets are being installed to replace bucket latrines in townships.