KYANKWANZI WATER SUPPLY PROJECT NEARS COMPLETION AS KEY MILESTONES ARE ACHIEVED
The Kyankwanzi Water Supply Project is advancing steadily towards its anticipated completion, following significant progress in recent months. A monthly progress meeting held on August 22nd, 2024 followed by thorough site inspections, confirmed that the project is on the verge of entering its final stages. The project, which is set to enhance water access for […]
NWSC INTERNAL AUDIT UNCOVERS OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENHANCED EFFICIENCY AT YUMBE BRANCH
In order to boost operational efficiency and mitigate risks, the National Water and Sewerage Corporation’s (NWSC) Internal Audit team executed a thorough examination of the Yumbe branch on Wednesday, August 21st, 2024. The audit, spearheaded by Mr. Gang Stephen, Manager of Internal Audit, was a move towards NWSC’s ongoing efforts to maintain high standards of […]
NWSC SECURES CONVICTION IN METER THEFT CASE
In a decisive legal victory for the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC), the Chief Magistrate’s Court in Makindye sentenced Nsubuga John to 30 months in prison on August 19, 2024 after he pleaded guilty to charges of theft. The defendant was convicted after Officer Ojoo Patrick James led a police search on August 10th, […]
NWSC EXTENDS AID TO KITEEZI LANDFILL DISASTER SURVIVORS
A catastrophic landslide struck the Kiteezi Landfill in Wakiso District early on August 10, 2024, claiming 34 lives, leaving 28 others missing, and displacing hundreds more. The predawn hours of the disaster sent shockwaves through the community, tearing apart families and burying homes under the rubble. Following this devastation, the National Water and Sewerage Corporation […]
THE TOLL OF ENVIRONMENTAL DEGRADATION ON WATER TREATMENT COSTS
As Uganda’s population surges, the country faces a pressing issue that could have long-term consequences for its citizens. The rising cost of water treatment, driven by widespread environmental degradation! This growing problem, aggravated by human activities, is not only threatening the quality of raw water sources but also placing a financial strain on the National […]
NWSC MBALE PROJECT’S SECOND LOT SET TO IMPACT OVER 850,000 PEOPLE
The National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) has officially commissioned the construction phase of the Mbale Water Supply Project’s second lot in a contract signing ceremony with the contractors, China Communications Construction Company Ltd, on August 21st, 2024. This endeavor, aimed at addressing both current and future water needs, is set to provide a lifeline […]
NWSC’S SEWERAGE SERVICES DIRECTORATE STARTS IN-HOUSE MULTI-PURPOSE LIQUID SOAP PRODUCTION
The Sewerage Services Directorate (SSD) of the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) has launched an in-house liquid soap production project spearheaded by the SSD Quality Control team. The project aims to curb costs and reduce dependency on external suppliers by manufacturing the soap internally with minimal investment in raw materials and machinery. This internally […]
ALLEGED NWSC FRAUDSTER CASE DEVELOPS
In a court proceeding on July 23rd, 2024, the case of Uganda vs. Kato Umar, also known as Mutebi, began to unfold, shedding light on allegations of electronic fraud, unauthorized access, and theft involving the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC). The prosecution, led by state prosecutor Judith N., has put forth a strong case […]
NWSC NAJJANANKUMBI SEEKS ALLIANCE WITH NAZZIBA CELL COMMUNITY IN FIGHT AGAINST NRW
Pardon the broken record! Illegal water use is a prevalent challenge that undermines the sustainability of water resources and strains the operations of the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC), which has employed an array of arsenals against the vice. However, there might be hope if one continues to consider winning communities over to aid […]
MAGODES MAYOR COMMENDS NWSC FOR ENHANCING WATER SERVICES
During a recent visit to the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) Kwapa-Magodes office, Mayor Omollo James Orokidi of Magodes Town Council expressed his gratitude for the significant improvements in water services provided by the corporation. During his meeting with the Branch Manager Vian Kwitonda, the mayor praised the branch’s efforts in maintaining effective communication […]