Nalolo’s Kaunga Lueti in water blues

Nalolo District Commissioner Namatama Mupo has called for an urgent solution to the water crisis that has hit Kaunga Lueti community in Nalolo West Bank. The media reports that the water reticulation plant at Kaunga Lueti Primary School, which services about 4,000 people, has…

Nalolo District Commissioner Namatama Mupo has called for an urgent solution to the water crisis that has hit Kaunga Lueti community in Nalolo West Bank.

The media reports that the water reticulation plant at Kaunga Lueti Primary School, which services about 4,000 people, has been non-operational since the first week of September, 2026.

An assessment conducted by Nalolo Town Council after the community reported the matter, established that the pump controller and surge protective device need replacement.

Speaking during an urgent District Disaster Management Committee (DDMC) meeting held at her office, Mrs Mupo said water issues are critical and require urgent attention as they affect the community and public institutions such as Kaunga Lueti Primary School, the health post and the police post.

“Water is life and as such, there is a need to tackle water issues with urgency, as delaying would lead to waterborne diseases and possible closure of the school where the water scheme is located,” said Mrs Mupo.

She has since directed the DDMC to write to the local authority to request for funds under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) Disaster Management and Mitigation Unit (DMMU) component so that the water plant can be repaired.

And District Disaster Management Officer Annie Phiri assured the District Commissioner that documents requesting for funds will be prepared and once the funds are available, the committee will ensure that the water plant is worked so that the Kaunga Lueti community can have access to clean and safe water again.

Ms Phiri said the water plant is important as it is the only source of clean and safe water in the area, hence the need to find a solution as soon as possible.

Meanwhile, District Education Board Secretary (DEBS) Muyoba Liwakala said there is a need to set up a committee that will be in charge of the water scheme to ensure regular maintenance and avoid future breakdowns.

Mr Liwakala said the water reticulation facility is a huge investment that needs to be maintained at all times so that it can stand the test of time.

The District Commissioner also called on the Department of Agriculture to intensify El Nino sensitisation meetings so that farmers are well prepared and take preventive measures before disasters strike.

Mrs Mupo said following the rains experienced in some parts of the province, some farmers are confused on whether to start farming or wait for the usual planting period.

Responding to the DC, Acting Nalolo District Agricultural Coordinator (DACO) Patience Munalula said El Nino sensitisation meetings are ongoing and Agriculture Camp Officers are currently engaging farmers on venturing into smart agriculture and what to expect in view of climate change effects.