water shortages

In S.A, DA Demands Accountability Over R1 Billion Municipal Deficit

In S.A, the DA in the Free State is calling for urgent accountability, as the Maluti-a-Phofung Municipality ends the 2023/2024 financial year with a one-billion-rand deficit. Over the past year, revenue stood at 1.73-billion-rand while expenses reached 2.82-billion-rand. The DA’s, Alison Oates, says this financial mismanagement directly affects residents, who continue to face water shortages, electricity instability, and deteriorating municipal services:

19 February, 2025 41

Environment

Water Shortages Stall Mango Project Expansion in Zambezi’s Sesheke

A fruit tree planting initiative in Sesheke, Zambezi region, primarily focused on mango cultivation, is facing challenges in expanding due to water shortages. Project member Anita Maiba says the orchard, established in 2009, was envisioned not only for personal consumption but also to support a future mango juice factory. One Africa TV NewsOnOne's Ellen Shihepo reports. Catch last night's full bulletin on oneafrica.tv. And weeknights at 7, you can watch […]

18 February, 2025 43

Africa

UN Warns of Humanitarian Crisis in DRC

The United Nations aid agency has raised alarm over the worsening humanitarian situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo, urging immediate intervention. Intense fighting in and around Goma has left food and water supplies critically low. Meanwhile, France plans to introduce a draft resolution at the UN Security Council this week, calling for Rwanda to withdraw its troops from the country.

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Interview Transcripts

Anonymous Interview: Challenges Faced by the Community in Havana, Windhoek: A Closer Look at Municipal Services, Healthcare, and Unemployment

November 18, 2024 – Havana, Windhoek Life in Havana, a settlement located in the outskirts of Windhoek, presents its residents with a range of challenges, many of which stem from systemic issues that persist despite promises from political parties and government institutions. Living in a community where resources are scarce, Anonymous X Hakahana—a local resident—shared valuable insights into the everyday struggles faced by the people in Havana, shedding light […]

18 November, 2024 203

Namibia

Epukiro Regional Water Supply Extension Project Breaks Ground

The groundbreaking ceremony for the Epukiro Regional Water Supply Scheme Extension takes place today. This important project will help address water shortages and improve water quality at Epukiro Post 3. Expanding for us is Namwater's Lot Ndamanomhata:

18 November, 2024 37

Namibia

CoW to use borehole water to meet demand

The City of Windhoek (CoW) has announced that it is experiencing a serious water scarcity, prompting the activation of an emergency borehole programme to boost its drinking water supply as of June 2023. This has resulted in observable differences from the usual water in terms of colour, taste and fragrance. In a notice issued on Tuesday, CoW stated that despite this, it remains committed to maintaining the quality of drinking […]

6 March, 2024 61

Namibia

Simasiku engages council on Katima residents’ concerns

Katima Mulilo Urban Constituency Councillor Kennedy Simasiku says there are issues that require the Katima Mulilo Town Council (KMTC) to urgently engage the public. This should be done through information sharing sessions where clarity must be provided and where necessary, decisions made for the good of both parties, said Simasiku in an interview with Nampa, following the public demonstration recently in which residents of Katima called for the removal of […]

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