The Water Resources Management Authority
(WARMA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with China Institute of Water Resources and Hydropower Research (IWHR).
Speaking during the signing Ceremony, Acting Director General Misozi Ngulube says the bilateral partnership is a major step toward safeguarding Zambia’s water security and strengthening national resilience against climate-related challenges.
The media reports that Mrs Ngulube said the MOU comes at a critical time, as Zambia continues to face increasing pressure on its water resources due to climate variability, frequent floods and droughts, rising population demands and competing water uses.
“To effectively respond to these challenges, our country must strengthen technical capacity, embrace innovative technologies and predictive and enhance analytical capabilities,”Mrs Ngulube added.
She explains that the partnership focuses on integrated water resources management, advanced hydrological and groundwater modelling, flood and drought early warning systems, dam safety, hydraulic infrastructure management, water governance, climate change adaptation, and hydro-informatics — including remote sensing, GIS, drone applications and data analytics.
Mrs Ngulube also said the cooperation will enhance WARMA’s capacity in water conservation, water quality forecasting, climate analysis, hydrological planning and water allocation.
She said that the partnership is expected to boost joint scientific research that will support national decision-making and policy formulation.
Mrs Ngulube stressed that the collaboration is not just about institutional relations, but ultimately about improving how Zambia manages its water resources to protect communities and build a resilient economy.
She said the partnership will help strengthen early warning systems, improve agricultural planning, ensure reliable access to clean and safe water, support hydropower production, build national expertise in water science and engineering, and enhance the resilience of households and critical infrastructure.
Mrs Ngulube reaffirmed WARMA’s commitment to making the MoU effective through active data sharing, technical collaboration, research support and sustained institutional engagement.
And Delegation Leader and Chief Engineer from the China Institute of Water Resources and Hydropower Research (IWHR), Peng Wenqi said the MOU will open up a new chapter for the water related management
Dr Peng expressed gratitude for finalising the strategic signing of the MOU between IWHR and WARMA.
