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NamWater releases its Integrated Annual Report 2024/25
The report sets out the company's operational and financial performance and progress on the Atushe five-year business plan.
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Namibia Water Corporation Ltd
Water for all,forever!
NamWater supplies quality bulk water to industries, municipalities, mines and rural communities in all 14 regions, with care for the environment and the scarcity of water.
Est. 9 December 1997
Government-owned
Supply in all 14 regions
Dam levels this week
Percentage of capacity. Full bulletin published every Monday.
Von Bach62%
Swakoppoort48%
Omatako21%
Hardap57%
Naute74%
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1997
Registered as a company
14
Regions with schemes & offices
5
Business Units nationwide
648
Permanent employees
100%Government of the Republic
of Namibia shareholding
of Namibia shareholding
Who we are
Securing Namibia'swater future
NamWater was registered as a company on 9 December 1997. We are a commercialised water utility, not a privatised one: the Government of the Republic of Namibia is our sole shareholder and acts through a Board of Directors.
We supply water in bulk to industries, government institutions, municipalities, local authorities, mines and the Directorate of Water Supply and Sanitation, which serves rural communities.
Our Mandate
Provide quality water and related services to the satisfaction of stakeholders, considering the environment and the scarcity of water.
Our Vision
Water for all, forever!
Our services
From sourceto supply
Our services are delivered through five decentralised Business Units: North-West, North-East, Central, Coastal and South.
Bulk Water Supply
We abstract, treat and convey water in bulk to municipalities, local authorities, mines, industries and the Directorate of Water Supply and Sanitation for rural communities.
- Supply schemes in all 14 regions
- Full cost recovery at affordable rates
- Reliable, quality water for every customer
Hydrology & water resources
Hydrological Services
Of the rain that falls on Namibia, about 83% evaporates, 14% is lost through transpiration, 2% runs off in rivers and only 1% seeps underground to recharge aquifers. Our hydrologists monitor and plan every drop.
- Border rivers and dams on ephemeral rivers
- Groundwater and fountains
- Seawater desalination and recycled water
Water Quality Services
The NamWater Laboratory in Windhoek offers water quality analysis on request. Our qualified staff and modern equipment help the public understand the quality of the water they use.
- Chemical and microbiological analysis
- Sampling on request
- Public quality enquiries
Purification plant
Water Purification
Untreated water can carry organisms such as Cryptosporidium, which cause diarrhoea, nausea and fever and can be life-threatening for infants, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems. We purify water so it is safe to drink.
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Infrastructure Projects
Under the Namibia Water Sector Support Programme (NWSSP), supported by the African Development Bank, we are expanding capacity where it is needed most.
- Ohangwena II Wellfield Development
- Oshakati Water Purification Plant Extension
- Rundu Purification Plant Upgrade
Business Units
Serving everycorner of Namibia
Each Business Unit is headed by a Chief Water Supply based in its area. Find the office closest to you.
Head Office, Windhoek
+264 61 71 0000
+264 61 71 0000
Okahandja
+264 62 71 6000
+264 62 71 6000
Swakopmund
+264 64 71 6200
+264 64 71 6200
Oshakati
+264 65 71 4200
+264 65 71 4200
Grootfontein
+264 67 71 4000
+264 67 71 4000
Keetmanshoop
+264 63 71 8000
+264 63 71 8000
Bids & opportunities
Do businesswith NamWater
Our procurement follows the Public Procurement Act 2015 (Act No. 15 of 2015) and its Regulations. Under the Act, tenders are now called bids. Bidding documents are free to download.
| Reference | Description | Category | Closing | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCS/EOI/NW-001/2027 | Expression of Interest (EOI) for consulting services (see bid document for full scope) | Consultancy | See document | Open | Download |
| W/OAB/NW-014/2026 | Supply and delivery of water treatment chemicals to NamWater schemes | Goods | 28 Nov 2026 | Open | Download |
| W/ONB/NW-019/2026 | Refurbishment of the Von Bach to Windhoek bulk pipeline (Section 3) | Works | 05 Dec 2026 | Open | Download |
| NCS/ONB/NW-022/2026 | Provision of security services at Northern Business Unit installations | Non-Consultancy | 12 Dec 2026 | Open | Download |
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News, releases& announcements
Projects
Oshakati Water Purification Plant extension progresses
The African Development Bank-supported NWSSP project will increase treatment capacity for the Cuvelai-Etosha basin.
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How the NamWater Pre-Paid Water System works
Pre-paid water helps customers manage consumption and avoid arrears. Here is how to buy and load credit.
Read moreLeadership
Led by experience,driven by purpose
AN
Abraham Nehemia
Chief Executive Officer
AK
Andries Kok
Chief Operations Officer
SS
Saltiël Shaanika
Chief Engineering Services
JS
Johannes Sirunda
Chief Scientific Services
HRDC Vocational Training Centre, Von Bach
HRDC
Building skills forthe water sector
The NamWater Human Resource Development Centre (HRDC) is our vocational training centre at the Von Bach Water Treatment Plant. It trains NamWater staff and the wider water sector in water treatment, plumbing, pump operation and technical trades.
- Accredited technical and vocational courses
- Training calendar and online registration
- Learning resources and course documents
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Where can I get bidding documents?
Bidding documents are free to download from the Procurement page. Where a fee applies, documents can be bought at the Head Office cash office or paid by bank deposit.
What are NamWater's office hours?
Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 13:00 and 14:00 to 17:00. The cashier is open 08:30 to 16:30, and the cash office closes at 13:00 on the last Friday of each month.
How can I pay my NamWater account?
At First National Bank, Nampost, Mobipay, NamWater offices, or by EFT. See payment options.
Where is the NamWater Head Office?
176 Iscor Street, Northern Industrial Area, Windhoek.
How do I apply for a job at NamWater?
All vacancies are advertised on our Vacancies page. Applications are made through the NamWater e-Recruitment portal.
Need help with your water supply?
Call +264 61 71 0000, email info@namwater.com.na, or contact your nearest area office.