Construction work to expand and upgrade the Outapi Water Treatment Plant (WTP) is progressing steadily, Namibia Water Corporation (NamWater) spokesperson Lot Ndamanomhata says.
The Outapi WTP extension and upgrade project is NamWater’s response to rising demand due to urbanisation and population growth in the Omusati region.
Commissioned in 2001, the current plant has served as the main source of potable water for over two decades, but NamWater says it has now reached its operational limit.
“This project is not just about increasing capacity, it’s about securing a reliable, sustainable water supply for Outapi and nearby communities,” Ndamanomhata says.
The upgrade will increase output from 180 cubic metres per hour to 438 cubic metres per hour.
Ndamanomhata says this expanded capacity will ensure sufficient water to meet both current and projected future demands.
He says the plant will also deliver improved water quality, aligning with Namibia’s new water quality standards.
“We are not only increasing the quantity of water, but also enhancing its quality to meet the highest national standards,” he says.
The N$141.8-million project is expected to take 16 months to complete.
It is being executed by a joint venture between China Jiangxi International and local partner Homefin Properties.
“The combination of international experience and local expertise gives us confidence that the project will be delivered to the highest standard,” Ndamanomhata says.
NamWater says it has framed the upgrade as an investment in the health, prosperity, and long-term development of the Omusati region.
“At NamWater, we remain committed to our vision of ‘Water for All, Forever’. The Outapi WTP upgrade is an important step towards that goal, ensuring that water insecurity does not stand in the way of regional growth,” Ndamanomhata adds.
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