Mission and Vision
Relevant pillars
- Strong economy and prosperous nation
Water plays the pivotal role in both the industrial and agricultural development, among others, and indeed the lubricant of economic growth, moreover, Food security is guaranteed by water availability in both quantity and quality
- Well managed environment
Water and environment are inseparable and intertwined. The well managed environment will safeguard availability of water through recharged ground water that keeps our rivers and springs flowing. Indeed proper management of watersheds (catchments) will keep our water resources sustainably abundant
- Healthy and well developed human resource base
Capacitating both the water institutions and the staff ensures sound and informed management of our water resources. Increase in food production, safe drinking water and basic sanitation are directly related to the healthy manpower.
- Well established Technology
Data collection technologies assist in making the precise assessment of the country’s water resources. This assists in making Early warnings of extreme events like droughts, floods, etc.
Mandate, policy and legal framework
The office of water commission under the leadership of commissioner of water has been established under the water act of 2008
Mandate
To develop, update and monitor the implementation of water policy, water and sanitation legislations and strategy; preparation and coordination of all water sector management activities, including international waters. Provision of direction on water resources management and utilization.
policy and Legal Framework
Water Commission’s mandate is based on the following legal framework
- Vision 2020 (2004-2020)
- The National Strategic Development Plan (2012-2017):
- Sustainable Development Goals (2016-2030)
- Water and sanitation Policy (2007)
- Water Act (2008)
- Long Term Water and Sanitation Strategy (2016)
