NamWater has reported an increase in dam water levels across the north-central regions, marking a positive stride towards water security for communities, agriculture, and industries.
The Zambezi River has been at its lowest level in five years, hitting a low of 0.30 centimetres measured on Tuesday afternoon compared to a reading of 0.90 centimetres at the same time last year.
NamWater has announced significant improvements in dam levels across the country.
This follows the heavy rainfall experienced in most parts of the country over the past few days.
NamWater has announced that dam levels have improved due to the rainfall over the past few days.
The development brings much-needed optimism as the rainy season progresses, contributing to water security.
The Namibia Local Business Association (NALOBA) has expressed concern over the recent decision by NamWater to award a major water pipeline tender of N$237 million to a Chinese company.
NALOBA said NamWater bypassed competent local businesses.
Gibeon faces water supply challenges despite having abundant water resources.
The village infrastructure, which is over 30 years old, is inefficient and struggles to meet the growing demands of the community.
The Minister of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform commissioned the construction of the Ogongo-Oshakati pipeline replacement project.
The Ogongo-Oshakati pipeline was constructed in the 70s but is now old and no longer supplies sufficient water to Oshakati's residents and surrounding areas.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform is extending and upgrading the Outapi water treatment plant in the Omusati Region following a groundbreaking ceremony on Friday.
Minister of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform, Calle Schlettwein, is worried about the progress of the Rundu Water Treatment Plant in the Kavango East Region.
Once operational, the Rundu Water Treatment Plant is expected to bring an end to the town's water crisis.
Stakeholders dealing with water affairs, specifically officials from the Water Ministry, the Namwater CEO and his officials, and regional and local authority officials led by Oshana and Omusati Governors, are gathered at Outapi to discuss water crisis-related matters in the Omusati, Oshana, Oshikoto, and Ohangwena r
