WATER Development and Sanitation Minister Collins Nzovu says heavy rainfall has disrupted water supply in Lusaka and Kafue. Nzovu adds that the heavy rains disrupted the operation of key water supply facilities leading to reduced water production for distribution to consumers. In a statement, Thursday, Nzovu said as of January 15, 2026, power supply to both Iolanda and Kaseba Water Treatment Plants had been successfully restored and water production had since resumed. “Government wishes to inform residents of Lusaka and Kafue districts that the temporary water supply interruptions currently being experienced in some areas are a result of power supply disruptions caused by extreme weather conditions, particularly the heavy rains recorded in recent days. The adverse weather conditions affected electricity...

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