WATER SUPPLY EXPANSION INITIATIVE UNVEILED IN MAWOGOLA NORTH
Sembabule District recently played host to a collaborative effort spearheaded by the Ministry of Water, the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC), and supported by funding from the Indian Exim Bank. This initiative, launched in partnership with the Project contractor, Shakti Engineering Co. of India, is a significant development aimed at enhancing water access and […]
UGANDA TO HOST 22ND AFWASA INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS AND EXHIBITION 2025
Uganda has launched preparations to host the 22nd AfWASA International Congress and Exhibition (AfWASA CIE2025), which will bring together water sector players from across the world. National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC), an agency of the Ministry of Water and Environment will host the high-level event, organized by the African Water and Sanitation Association (AfWASA) […]
NAVIGATING SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: NWSC’S JOURNEY TOWARDS SDG 6
In Uganda’s pursuit of Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6), the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) stands as a crucial player. NWSC plays a pivotal role in realizing this ambitious goal, aiming to provide access to clean water and proper sanitation across diverse communities. NWSC has achieved notable progress towards the targets outlined in […]
EXPLORING THE ROLE OF URBAN PLANNING IN WATER MANAGEMENT FOR SUSTAINABLE CITIES
In the intricate dance of urbanization and environmental sustainability, the role of urban planning becomes paramount. Nowhere is this more evident than in the delicate balance between urban development and water management, a challenge that has taken center stage in the case of the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) in Uganda. This article embarks […]
NWSC’S IMPACT ON INFORMAL SETTLEMENT COMMUNITIES
Josephine Namubiru, a longstanding resident of Katanga in Kawempe division, Kampala District, recounts the historical challenges her community endured in accessing clean water. In previous years, life was flawed by hardships, with diseases like Typhoid rampant due to contaminated water sources. Namubiru vividly recollects the community’s reliance on ponds and inadequately established wells for water, […]
THE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT APPLAUDS NWSC’S EXEMPLARY STEWARDSHIP AT KATOSI DWTP
Following the launch of the mid-term review of the 2021-2026 manifesto on March 5, 2024, at the office of the President, today Dr. David Sengendo and Mr. Alex Ssebagala stationed at Katosi DWTP to commence their mission. Their mandate is to track, report and publicize the performance, progress and any challenges in implementing the manifesto […]
HARNESSING NATURE: INNOVATIVE NATURE BASED SOLUTIONS FOR CLIMATE CHANGE AND WATER SCARCITY
In the face of mounting challenges posed by climate change and water scarcity, innovative approaches rooted in nature might just be what we need. With global water demand projected to soar, surpassing population growth by twofold, the urgency to address these ecological crises has never been more pressing. The intersection of climate change and water […]
ENSURING SAFE DRINKING WATER: THE IMPORTANCE OF WATER QUALITY MANAGEMENT
Water is essential for life, but access to clean and safe drinking water is not universal. NWSC’s water quality management plays a critical role in ensuring that the water delivered to households meets stringent standards for human consumption. Access to clean and safe drinking water is fundamental to public health. Contaminated water can harbor pathogens, […]
CHOOSING THE RIGHT WATER STORAGE TANK FOR YOUR PROPERTY: ABOVE GROUND OR UNDERGROUND?
A water storage tank serves as a vital container connected to a gutter system or a water utility tapping point. Its primary purpose is to collect rainwater or treated water from a dedicated water source. This practice, known as rainwater harvesting, is especially popular among homeowners in drought-prone regions or those seeking to save money […]
UNRAVELING THE WEB OF WATER THEFT IN KAMPALA AND ITS IMPACT ON NATIONAL WATER AND SEWERAGE CORPORATION.
In the heart of East Africa, Kampala stands as a vibrant metropolis, brimming with life and opportunities. However, beneath its bustling surface lies a pervasive issue that is silently draining the lifeblood of the city, water theft. As National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) struggles to provide consistent water supply, the clandestine act of siphoning […]