Republic of Zambia
MINISTRY OF WATER DEVELOPMENT AND SANITATION
PRESS STATEMENT
(For Immediate Release)
Lusaka, Zambia – 18 June 2026-The Ministry of Water Development and Sanitation wishes to inform the general public, particularly residents of Chingola District, of a disruption in water supply arising from raw water quality challenges affecting operations at Mulonga Water Supply and Sanitation Company Limited (MWSC).
The deterioration in raw water quality has necessitated the temporary shutdown of MWSC’s two water treatment plants located at the KCM Mine area and the Kafue River intake, pending further assessment and confirmation of safe operating conditions.
Technical teams are currently on the ground conducting comprehensive assessments and implementing urgent remedial measures aimed at restoring normal water supply services as quickly and safely as possible. The Ministry continues to receive regular updates from MWSC and is closely monitoring the situation to ensure a timely resolution.
To mitigate the impact on affected communities, the Ministry has directed MWSC to deploy all available water bowsers to Chingola and prioritise the provision of water to the most affected areas, as well as critical institutions and essential service points.
The Ministry regrets the inconvenience caused by this interruption and assures residents that Government agencies are working closely with MWSC to stabilise the situation and restore water supply at the earliest opportunity.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available. In the meantime, members of the public are encouraged to use available water resources prudently and responsibly to minimise the effects of the disruption.
Eng. Romas Kamanga
Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Water Development and Sanitation