01/07/2026
Government Hands Over K9 Million Jongolo Dam to Dundumwezi Community
BY CLIVE MWEETWA
The Government, through the Ministry of Water Development and Sanitation, has officially handed over the newly constructed Jongolo Dam to the people of Dundumwezi Constituency in Chief Chikanta's chiefdom of Kalomo District, Southern Province.
Speaking during the handover ceremony today, 1st July 2026, Ministry of Water Development and Sanitation Permanent Secretary Mr. Romas Kamanga, who was the guest of honour, reaffirmed the government's commitment to investing in critical water infrastructure to support sustainable social and economic development across the country.
Mr. Kamanga said the Jongolo Dam, constructed by the Zambia National Service at a total cost of over K9 million, is expected to benefit more than 7,000 people while providing water for over 5,000 livestock, thereby improving livelihoods and strengthening resilience against the effects of climate change.
He said the project demonstrates the government's resolve to enhance water security, promote agricultural production and improve the welfare of rural communities.
Meanwhile, one of the beneficiaries, Headman Hamwami, expressed gratitude to the UPND government for delivering the much-needed project. He appealed to the government to construct more dams in Dundumwezi Constituency, noting that recurring droughts and climate change continue to affect farming communities.
Headman Hamwami said additional water infrastructure would enable more people to engage in agriculture throughout the year, boost food production and improve household incomes.
Construction of the Jongolo Dam commenced on 15th March 2024 and was completed in December 2024, before its official handover to the community today.
The ceremony was attended by Southern Province Permanent Secretary Dr. Namani Moonze, Kalomo District Commissioner Mr. Joshua Sikaduli, Chief Chikanta, Chief Siachitema, UPND unopposed Dundumwezi Parliamentary Candidate Edgar
