Date: 29th August, 2025

In an effort to strengthen compliance with the Water Resources Management Act and related regulations, the Water Resources Management Authority (WARMA) has embarked on a review of the Inspectorate Handbook and Penalties Guidelines. This important process comes at a time when challenges such as pollution and other illegal activities continue to threaten water security and public health.

The review is aimed at ensuring that inspectors and field teams are equipped with clear procedures, modern tools, and practical best practices that enhance efficiency, transparency, and credibility in enforcing the law. The Penalties Guidelines, in particular, provide a transparent framework that not only deters non-compliance but also promotes fairness, accountability, and responsible water use among all stakeholders.

Speaking at the ongoing review meeting, Acting Director General Mrs. Misozi Ngulube-Lumpa emphasized that this process will refine the handbook and guidelines into practical, effective instruments that support consistent enforcement, fairness, and long-term water security.

She further encouraged inspectors to treat these documents not as reference material, but as guiding tools to be applied in daily operations to strengthen compliance, safeguard water resources, and promote the sustainable management of Zambiaโ€™s water bodies.