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water
Recent water coverage and related updates from across Uganda Online.
Business 11 October 2026
National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) Managing Director Dr. Silver Mugisha is pushing for local production of water pumps and spare parts in Uganda through a partnership with Danish firm Grundfos and the National Enterprise Corporation (NEC). He is also seeking more affordable financing from the World Bank and support from the Gates Foundation for NWSC's research and sanitation initiatives. Source: https://nilepost.co.ug/news/376547/nwsc-md-dr-silver-mugisha-asks-danish-pump-maker-grundfos-to-make-pumps-spare-parts-in-uganda
development 6 October 2026
Iceland has committed an $8 million grant to bolster school construction and water and sanitation infrastructure in Namayingo, Kwania, and Amolatar districts over the next two years. Source: https://nilepost.co.ug/news/376003/iceland-approves-shs32bn-grant-for-schools-water-projects-in-three-districts
water 1 October 2026
Uganda's national safe water access has surpassed the 71% target, reaching 73.6% by June 2026, according to a performance report presented to Parliament. Despite this progress, significant challenges remain in reaching remote and underserved communities. Source: https://www.parliament.go.ug/news/4645/ministry-surpasses-71-cent-safe-water-access
environment 11 September 2026
Constructed in 1959, Kakinga Dam in Sembabule District remains a critical water source for thousands of households and livestock, especially during dry seasons, and presents potential for tourism development. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/kakinga-dam-a-lifeline-for-sembabule-residents-5591344
water 29 August 2026
The National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) is seeking Shs650 billion to improve water supply and production in 50 towns across Uganda, as current demand strains existing infrastructure. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/nwsc-seeks-shs650b-to-boost-water-supply-in-50-towns-5575814
environment 18 August 2026
A Shs10 billion solar-powered water facility has been commissioned in Sembabule District to address severe water scarcity, impacting over 62,000 residents. This initiative aims to provide clean and safe water to households and livestock, mitigating health risks and reducing the burden of long-distance water collection. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/shs10b-solar-powered-facility-to-relieve-water-stressed-households-in-sembabule-5562022
water 4 August 2026
Thousands of residents in Wakiso District's Mumyuka Sub-county will soon have improved access to clean water thanks to a Shs1.18 billion government project extending the piped water system. The initiative aims to serve approximately 7,000 people by January 2027. Source: https://nilepost.co.ug/news/361049/government-extends-piped-water-to-more-villages-in-wakisos-mumyuka-sub-county
water 28 June 2026
A Shs10 billion piped water project, funded by the Indian government, has been handed over to the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) to address severe, long-term water scarcity in Sembabule District. Source: https://nilepost.co.ug/news/352058/government-hands-over-shs10bn-water-project-to-nwsc-to-tackle-sembabules-chronic-water-shortages
water 21 May 2026
A transformative Shs60 billion water system, funded by the World Bank and implemented by CCCC under NWSC supervision, is significantly improving lives in Adjumani District and its refugee settlements by providing clean, reliable water from the White Nile. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/how-new-shs60b-water-system-is-transforming-lives-in-adjumani-5468036
Health 1 April 2026
Every two seconds globally, a woman gives birth in a facility lacking clean water, with Uganda facing severe shortages where only 31% of health centers have basic water services. Urgent investments in WASH infrastructure and policy implementation are needed to protect mothers and newborns from preventable infections. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/commentary/no-woman-should-give-birth-without-clean-water-5410762