Date: 13th August, 2025

The Water Resources Management Authority (WARMA) is undertaking its Mid-Year Review of the 2025 Work Plan and Budget, a vital process providing an opportunity to reflect, realign strategies, and adjust course to ensure the Authority meets its objectives efficiently and effectively. This review comes at a crucial time as WARMA addresses emerging challenges and shifting priorities in water resources management across Zambia.

Addressing participants, Acting Director General, Mrs. Misozi Ngulube-Lumpa described the review as a strategic checkpoint to assess progress, tackle challenges, and align actions with the Authorityโ€™s 2022โ€“2026 Strategic Plan.

Key focus areas include strengthening regulations to address rising water pollution from various sources threatening Zambiaโ€™s water resources, improving revenue collection while strictly adhering to budget ceilings, and reinforcing WARMAโ€™s commitment to sustainable and equitable water resources management.

This review is a pivotal step in enhancing accountability, optimizing resource use, and improving service delivery. It reflects WARMAโ€™s ongoing commitment to safeguarding Zambiaโ€™s water resources and advancing sustainable development for the benefit of all Zambians.