Namibia: Katima Mulilo sewage crisis worsens as town pump fails, residents urged to relocate – News

The Katima Mulilo Town Council has warned of a sewage overflow after a major pump failure amid ageing infrastructure and rapid population growth.

Chief executive Raphael Liswaniso on Saturday told The Namibian although they are working hard to repair the main sewage pump, it will not be repaired soon.

He said residents should temporarily relocate to the villages, while businesses should also consider closing so they are not exposed to or affected by the overflowing…