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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Water Management

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Namibia

Unpaid water bills put pressure on NamWater

Oshakati purification Plant “The top 12 indebted local authorities collectively owe NamWater about N$889 million.” WINDHOEK, 12 March - The Namibia Water Corporation Ltd (NamWater) is facing financial strain, with outstanding payments for water services reaching N$2.4 billion by the end of February 2025. The corporation's latest figures reveal a 16% increase from N$2.1 billion in June 2024, raising concerns about the sustainability of the country's water supply infrastructure. NamWater […]

today12 March, 2025 72

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Environment

Parliamentarian Elma Dienda Calls for Stronger Ombudsman Bill

Parliamentarian Elma Dienda has called for key reforms to the Ombudsman Bill to enhance accountability and justice. She emphasized the need for greater independence in the appointment process to prevent political influence. Dienda also urged for expanded oversight powers, particularly in cases of police misconduct and corruption. She highlighted the importance of increasing resources to improve investigations and public outreach. Additionally, she advocated for better representation of marginalized groups within […]

today5 March, 2025 52

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Environment

Agriculture Ministry Assesses Rainfall Impact on Windhoek’s Waterways

  The Agriculture Ministry’s hydrology team carried out extensive site visits in Windhoek on February 13 to evaluate the effects of recent rainfall on key water crossing points. Speaking to One Africa TV’s NewsOnOne correspondent, Petrus Amutenya, the team noted that the assessments follow heavy rainfall recorded on February 12. Catch last night's full bulletin on oneafrica.tv. And weeknights at 7, you can watch on GoTv 84, DSTv 284 or […]

today18 February, 2025 66

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Rainfall Boosts Dam Levels

NamWater has reported minor increases in dam levels across Namibia, attributed to ongoing rainfall. Von Bach Dam reached 23.9%, Omatako Dam 2.6%, and Friedenau Dam 46.1%. According to spokesperson Lot Ndamanomhata, rainfall is expected to persist until March 2025, further strengthening the country’s water security.  

today14 January, 2025 65

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Namibia

Government promotes sustainable water use in Khomas

The Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform has started a campaign in the Khomas Region, to raise awareness about managing water resources. This as the Water Resources Management Act, which began on 29 August 2023, and will be implemented by February 2025. Ministry spokesperson, Simon Nghipandulwa.  

today31 October, 2024 49

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Ultimate Safaris awarded full house in sustainability awards

    Ultimate Safaris’ Onduli Ridge and Enclave, Camp Doros, and Galton House were all recently awarded 5 Flowers by Eco Awards Namibia, while Camp Sossus was awarded the “almost unobtainable” 5 GREEN Flowers for establishments which score 90% or more for the environmental criteria sections, namely: Water, Energy, Waste Management, and Conservation. The properties all earned these accolades in their first assessment, something Programme Coordinator at Eco Awards Namibia, […]

today31 October, 2024 17

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Namibia

Water Supply Interruptions in Walvis Bay Expected From 5th-7th November

NamWater has announced planned water supply interruptions for Walvis Bay from 5 to 7 November 2024, due to final work on the Collector 2–Collector 1 pipeline upgrade. The project aims to enhance long-term water reliability in the region. During this period, water flows will be restricted, especially on Fehlmann, N, and E supply lines, with limited water from the Swartbank source. Increased flow from Dorop South will help, but residents […]

today30 October, 2024 61