In an effort to manage, develop, conserve, and protect water resources in Namibia, the Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform has engaged farmers, local authorities, and mines at Tsumeb Community Hall to discuss the Water Resource Management Act.

The Water Resources Management Act was promulgated in 2013.

As it stands, Namibia does not charge for raw water, as anyone can drill boreholes and start consuming.

Eleven members will form a water advisory council to develop policies for managing water resources.

Water regulators, pricing policies, and water tribunals will also be established after the approval by the minister.

Raw water users will be required to apply for a license before drilling boreholes.

The Water Resources Management Act obliges the state, as the owner of water, to ensure that it is managed and used to the benefit of everyone.