Oshikoto farmers still facing water shortages

Obrein Simasiku Oshikoto residents living in the remote areas are unable to access water because of reduced water pressure. The residents are deprived of water for weeks, especially those living in the villages of Eengodi and Nehale Lya Mpingana constituency, while those living in the areas of Casablanca rely on boreholes. "Water is a critical resource for economic growth and a better life. By 2016 already, the Namibia Demographic Survey indicated that the region had coverage of 93% of households with safe drinking water, however, the pipeline water pressure in most areas is too low," said Oshikoto governor Penda Ya…