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Growing towns face pressure on water and sanitation, former minister weighs in

todayNovember 11, 2026

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Water and sanitation remain among the biggest challenges facing the Ministry of Urban and Rural Development. Former Minister Erastus Uutoni called for increased investment in water storage, desalination and sanitation infrastructure to address growing demand. His remarks come as President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah warned that infrastructure in towns such as Rundu, Katima Mulilo and Okahandja is nearing capacity due to population growth. The President stressed that investment in bulk infrastructure must keep pace with new housing developments to prevent further pressure on municipal services. Future Media News spoke to the former Minister, Erastus Uutoni.

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