Government has called on local authorities to prioritize water projects in their allocation of the Constituency Development Fund (CDF).
Ministry of Water Development and Sanitation Permanent Secretary, Romas Kamanga, says this will enable people to have access to clean water supply.
Speaking when he paid a courtesy call on the district administration in Chinsali, Mr Kamanga said water is an essential commodity which must be accessed by everyone.
“As you receive CDF, I request that at district level you prioritize water projects because we all know that water is life and sanitation is dignity. As we plan as a district, let us also ensure that a small portion is allocated to water resources,” he said.
Mr Kamanga explained that the ministry is working towards achieving Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) number six which seeks to ensure access to clean water and sanitation for all by 2030.
He also announced the ministry’s plans to recruit more water officers at district level to improve efficiency in service delivery.
Mr Kamanga said this will also enhance the implementation and monitoring of water projects in districts.
He further noted that the ministry is also addressing challenges such as accommodation, inadequate drilling equipment and funding, which have hindered service delivery in some districts.
Earlier, Acting Chinsali District Commissioner, Brenda Silwembe, raised concerns over operational challenges which are affecting the delivery of water service in the area.
Ms Silwembe cited the breakdown of key equipment which has put pressure on officers who are determined to meet community water needs.
She appealed to the ministry to provide additional equipment and technical support to improve water access in the district.
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