EWSC secures K540m from KFW, EU to replace old reticulation system

MAYENGO NYIRENDA,
CLAVER MUTINTA
Chipata, Lusaka

EASTERN Water and Sanitation Company has secured K540 million (20 million euros) from the German Development Bank (KFW) and European Union (EU) to replace the old water reticulation system in Chipata district, Eastern Province.
Funds from EU are for rehabilitation and expansion of water and sanitation infrastructure in the province.
Company managing director Aaron Mulinda said the project will include expansion and replacing old pipes to arrest water losses.
He said 10 million euros was sourced from KFW and another 10 million euros from the EU.Mr Mulinda said management of the water utility continues to devise measures to enhance operational performance…https://enews.daily-mail.co.zm/welcome/home