Staff Reporter
THE City of Windhoek has said that the central areas of Namibia are facing severe water shortages, leading to the activation of our emergency borehole scheme to supplement our drinking water supply as of June 2023.
The municipal council has added observable changes from the norm regarding water colour, taste, and smell.
“Despite this, we remain committed to ensuring the quality of drinking water, and rest assured that the water is still safe for human consumption,” said Lydia Amutenya, spokesperson for the City of Windhoek.
She added that areas exclusively receiving borehole water, such as Olympia, Suiderhof, Klein Windhoek, Cimbebasia, Prosperita, Auasblick, Pionierspark, Academia, Rocky Crest, Hochland Park, and Luiperdsvallei, may notice these changes more than other areas.
However, the suburbs of Eros, Avis, Windhoek CBD, Ludwigsdorf, Dorado Park, and Windhoek North are receiving a combination of borehole water, NamWater, and reclaimed water, resulting in less noticeable changes in drinking water.
“The rest of Windhoek continues to receive a blend of NamWater and reclaimed water, as before, and no observable changes in drinking water are expected. We appeal to residents to use water wisely and sparingly and to report any water leaks or wastage,” Amutenya said.
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