Malawi Parliament on Friday passed the bill to allow government to borrow MK16.4bn from the European Investment Bank to help the Northern Region Water Board (NRWB) improve its efficiency and to rehabilitate the Lunyangwa Dam. The minister said the loan would benefit over 280,000 households in the north and that it would improve the Board's services which are currently not at their best. "At the moment most of the water is being lost without reaching consumers and the loan intends to help the Northern Region Water Board improve its efficiency," explained Gondwe to journalists after the passing of the Bill. In their contributions legislators hailed the Bill and prayed for its quick implementation and regular maintenance of the machinery when put in place. Kachali added that as a country, there was need for clear programme or policy to ensure availability of water in the country at any time of the year.

Source: The North Africa Journal February 24, 2017 14:48 UTC