Namibia's overall dam storage has declined slightly, with the country's major dams now at 80.9% of total capacity, down from 81.1% recorded last week, according to the latest NamWater weekly dam bulletin.
Namibia has been selected to host the 2028 International Network of Basin Organisations World Basin Summit, a milestone for the country's growing reputation in sustainable water management and climate adaptation.
The much-awaited second phase of the Neckartal Dam 19-thousand-hectare irrigation project is gaining momentum, with the project viability assessment currently underway.
NamWater has begun installing pre-paid water meters in Keetmanshoop to curb escalating debt and improve water management. Spokesperson Lot Ndamanomhata confirmed the system will come into effect once installations are complete.
Members of Parliament scrutinised the N$1.3 billion budget allocation for the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform, raising concerns over funding sustainability, equitable distribution of marine resources, agriculture decolonisation, and water harvesting strategies.
The City of Windhoek has inaugurated a “Wastewater” mobile exhibition at the Windhoek Museum, designed to educate residents about the significance of water reuse and management.
NamWater dams have recorded a notable change this week with the overall water capacity standing at 79,4 percent compared to 78,6 percent in the previous week.
Dams in the south and western part of the country recorded the highest levels, followed by the Windhoek dams and central dams.
The Keetmanshoop Municipality has postponed the planned water supply disconnection that was scheduled for the 24th of March until the 7th of April 2026.
The municipality announced in a public notice that the disconnections will apply to all consumers with outstanding balances older than 31 January 2026.
NamWater's dam levels across Namibia show mixed results, with some reservoirs rising and others declining slightly.
According to NamWater's latest weekly dam bulletin, the country's total storage stands at 80.9%, a slight drop from last week.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has highlighted the inclusive benefits of the just concluded 39th African Union Summit's agenda for African countries, with Namibia poised to play a pivotal leadership role in water management, food security and sanitation.
