Windhoek prepares to tighten water restrictions as El Niño threatens rainfall

November 10, 2026

With a strong El Niño driving away rainfall, the City of Windhoek says plans are at an advanced stage to migrate residents from the current Category A to Category B water supply systems as part of its water-saving measures. Category B requires a 5% reduction in water consumption. The three central dams collectively hold 40% of the water, according to the latest dam bulletin from NamWater. The City’s executive for infrastructure, wastewater and technical services, Rowan Adams, says the proposal is only waiting for final approval before it can be implemented.

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