Following public concerns over discoloured water reported in parts of the capital, City of Windhoek says the issue is linked to the recent supply interruptions caused by damage to the NamWater pipeline from Von Bach.
The government's efforts to address the water crisis in the eastern parts of the Ohangwena Region are progressing well, as plans to improve water quality in the area gain momentum.
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.
Local authorities owe Namwater more than N$7.5 billion, with some diverting government funds meant for prepaid water meters to other uses, Urban and Rural Development Minister James Sankwasa revealed in the National Assembly.
The Opuwo Town Council owes about N$60 million to NamWater amid critical water challenges, which continue to affect households, businesses, and overall economic productivity.
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 Office of the Kunene Governor and various government institutions have embarked on a mission, as directed by the president, to assess the proposed Purros Dam site in the region.
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.
NamWater says unpaid water bills have reached N$2.8 billion as of 30 November 2025.
According to Lot Ndamanomhata, a spokesperson for NamWater, the increase in unpaid accounts affects the financial position of the bulk water supplier.
Rehoboth mayor Jacky ǂKhariseb says the planned suspension of the town’s water supply by NamWater has been put on hold following engagements between stakeholders.
The town owes the water utility N$150 million.
