Govt water plan lagging behind

Two years later, Parliament is yet to approve a national water and waste water policy, which was developed and approved by Cabinet in 2012 as the first steps towards ensuring adequate water for the nation.

In his speech Finance and Development Minister Kenneth Matambo said the policy was expected to be submitted to and approved by Parliament this year.

The policy will allow for development of a national water conservation strategy, which will ensure proper utilisation of water resources. Government is also developing an integrated water resource management plan.

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