National Water Supply and Sanitation Council(NWASCO)

Compliments of the season.

Good day, Yesterday we concluded our 2024 End-of-Year Review and 2025 Planning Meeting The meeting aimed to review our 2024 performance and plan for 2025, aligned to our revised Strategic Plan In his remarks, our Director emphasized the importance of refocusing and enhancing coordination as we continue to address the challenges posed by the El Niño-induced drought.

Today, North Western Water Supply & Sanitation Company Limited unveiled its new Board of Directors during a ceremony officiated by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Water Development and Sanitation, Eng. Romas Kamanga, who represented the Minister of Water Development and Sanitation. The newly appointed Board of Directors includes: • Board Chairperson: Mr. David Kaunda Samazaka, representing Government • Ms. Brenda Sondashi, representing Government • Ms. Kafuti Florence Maliti, representing the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants • Mr. Adrian Zulu, representing the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development • Mr. Chilaika Samayuwa, representing the Ministry of Water Development and Sanitation • Mrs. Mary Musela, representing the Economic Association of Local Business Development and Employment • Mr. Atkins Mwangala Sitwala, representing the Engineering Institute of Zambia We congratulate the Board members on their appointments and wish them success in their tenure as they guide the company in achieving its mandate

Today, we join the international community to commemorate the International Anti-Corruption Day under the theme, "Uniting with Youth Against Corruption: Shaping Tomorrow's Integrity." #NOtoCorrupt

Good day, Yesterday, we hosted the annual Commercial Utilities’ Human Resource Forum with Human Resource personnel from all 11 service providers to interact and exchange knowledge and ideas on sector matters under the theme, “The Role of Human Resource in Responding to Emergencies.” The focus of this meeting was the HR’s role in responding to emergencies in the sector as well as interventions and strategic management.

We are live this Friday with BORDA Zambia. Make sure you tune in to One Love Radio Zambia!

Good day, Today, 25th November, marks the start of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, ending on 10th December, which is Human Rights Day. This year’s theme, “Every 10 Minutes, a Woman is Killed. #NoExcuse. UNiTE to End Violence Against Women,” serves as a powerful call to action. It reminds us of the urgent need to create safer, more equitable societies for all—women, men, and children alike. Let us stand together and commit to ending gender-based violence in all its forms.

Good day Join the Minister of Water Development and Sanitation Hon. Eng. Collins Nzovu, MP as he discusses the National Water Conservation Campaign on ZNBC Today Radio @10hrs and TV1 @11hrs tomorrow, 21st November 2024. #wsszambia #water

NWASCO Strengthens Partnership for Improved School Sanitation and Water Awareness In a landmark event marking a strengthened collaboration, the National Water Supply and Sanitation Council (NWASCO) reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) initiatives in schools through a formal partnership with the Bremen Overseas Research and Development Association BORDA Zambia. Speaking at the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), NWASCO Director Eng. Kelvin Chitumbo emphasized the organization’s dedication to improving school sanitation infrastructure, raising awareness on WASH issues, and supporting water quality interventions. “This partnership reflects our shared vision of building healthier, more resilient communities, especially for our youth,” he said. The partnership will focus on establishing and strengthening School WASH Clubs, fostering youth engagement through activities like the Battle of the Brains Competition, and participating in global and national WASH events such as World Water Day and World Toilet Day. Additionally, NWASCO and BORDA will collaborate on documenting best practices and supporting the nationwide Water Conservation Plan under the ongoing Drought Response Plan. Eng. Chitumbo expressed gratitude to BORDA for their dedication and shared vision, highlighting the potential for lasting impact through joint efforts. He called on all stakeholders to support the initiatives, noting that together, they could foster a culture of water conservation and sanitation that ensures sustainable development for Zambia's future. The event underscored NWASCO’s and BORDA Zambia’s proactive approach to ensuring safe water and sanitation access, reinforcing their roles as a key driver in Zambia's WASH sector.

WATER SECTOR COMMEMORATES WORLD TOILET DAY The National Water Supply and Sanitation Council (NWASCO), in collaboration with water sector partners, commemorated World Toilet Day under the theme “Sanitation for Peace.” The event took place at Chinika Secondary School in Kanyama and was officiated by Lusaka Province Minister Hon. Sheal Mulyata, MP, who represented the Minister of Water Development and Sanitation, Hon. Eng. Collins Nzovu, MP.