NamWater secures funds for climate-resilient water systems

NamWater secures funds for climate-resilient water systems

The Namibia Water Corporation has secured N$249 million in funding for the Ohangwena Aquifer, upgraded water systems, and technical support. The national water utility announced on Monday that the funding includes N$192 million for a climate-resilient water supply and N$57 million for energy-efficient systems, solar power, and staff training. This significant investment follows the signing of three grant agreements between Germany and Namibia, valued at a total of €20 million (approximately […]

December 3, 2024 14

Namibia

Fransfontein holds meeting pertaining to water and its Lime content

The community in Fransfontein held a meeting pertaining to water and its Lime content. The Torra Conservancy's Reginald Roman spoke with us with an update:

November 6, 2024 30

Namibia

NamWater invests N$5.2 million in filtration plants

NamWater has invested N$5.2 million in the installation, and commissioning of filtration plants in Kayengona and Shamvhura, located in the Kavango East region. According to CEO Abraham Nehemia, the Kayengona plant received N$2.4 million, while the Shamvhura pant was allocated N$2.7 million. These investments have implemented advanced filtration technologies,and as a result, residents now have access to clean water.

September 24, 2024 12

Environment

Thirsty in paradise: Water crises are a growing problem across the Caribbean islands

Public water shortages have left people scrambling for alternatives on many of the islands, including Cuba. Yamil Lage/AFP via Getty Images By Farah Nibbs, University of Maryland, Baltimore County In the popular imagination, the Caribbean is paradise, an exotic place to escape to. But behind the images of balmy beaches and lush hotel grounds lies a crisis, the likes of which its residents have never experienced. Caribbean […]

May 17, 2024 25