The Ministry of Water Development and Sanitation has received a $13.2 Million funding from the African Development Bank (AfDB) to finance the implementation of the improving access and strengthening innovations for water, sanitation and hygiene project in Kabwe and Bauleni township.
Ministry of Water Development and Sanitation Permanent Secretary, Romas Kamanga has assured that the project is implemented in a socially and environmental responsible manner and the ministry will ensure that the project benefits are shared equitably.
Speaking in an interview with RCV News in Lusaka, Mr. Kamanga said one of the key components of the project is the implementation of commercial utilities, namely Lusaka water supply and sanitation company (LWSC) and Lukanga water and sanitation company (LWSC).
“To ensure that there is effective use of resources of the project, the two utilities will be of assistance,” said Mr. Kamanga.
He also added that the two utilities will be responsible for operating and maintaining the water and sanitation infrastructure in Kabwe and Bauleni.
By Elizabeth Mutale
