Namibia Water Corporation Ltd
NamWater was registered as a company on 9 December 1997. It is a commercialised water entity, not a privatised one. The Government of the Republic of Namibia is the sole shareholder and acts through a Board of Directors, which is responsible for making sure Namibia's scarce water resources are used in the best interests of the country.
Under Article 100 of the Namibian Constitution, land, water and natural resources belong to the State, so government keeps control of the water sector. NamWater supplies water in bulk to industries, government institutions, municipalities, local authorities, commercial users such as mines, and the Directorate of Water Supply and Sanitation, which serves rural communities.
- Offices and water schemes in all 14 regions
- Full cost recovery with reliable, affordable supply
- Five Business Units, each led by a Chief Water Supply
Water for all, forever!
Our vision guides every scheme, pipeline and plant we run across Namibia.
Our Business UnitsWater for all, forever!
To provide quality water and related services to the satisfaction of stakeholders, considering the environment and the scarcity of water.
What we stand for
We serve NamWater's interest first
Every decision puts the long-term health of the company and its water supply first.
We are performance driven
We set clear targets, measure them and deliver on our commitments.
We build on our synergy
Divisions and Business Units work as one team across Namibia.
We embrace diversity
We value the people, cultures and ideas that make up NamWater.
We are accountable
We take ownership of our actions, our assets and our results.
We are different
We look for better, smarter ways to secure water for the nation.
We are disciplined
We act with integrity and follow the rules that protect the public interest.
Milestones in Namibian water
Key dates from NamWater's history, from its establishment by the Namibia Water Corporation Act, 1997.
Est. 9 December 1997NamWater registered as a company
Established under the Namibia Water Corporation Act (Act No. 12 of 1997) as a commercialised bulk water utility owned by the State.
Operations begin
NamWater takes over bulk water supply from the Department of Water Affairs, with area offices in Okahandja, Swakopmund, Oshakati, Grootfontein and Keetmanshoop.
Namibia Water Sector Support Programme
African Development Bank-supported projects begin in Ohangwena, Oshakati and Rundu to expand northern supply capacity.
Atushe five-year business plan
Adopted to strengthen the company's finances, achieve cost recovery and improve service reliability.
Outapi Water Treatment Works expansion
N$123 million contract signed to expand the plant serving Omusati, with construction over 16 months.
New corporate and HRDC websites
Launched with Aqua, an AI assistant for customers and stakeholders.
Office of the CEO & divisions
The Chief Executive Officer is supported by five Chiefs and the following divisions.
