PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The project involves reviewing designs and construction of an Aqueduct from Kamuzu Dam II to intake at Treatment Works
Nature of plans that have already been put in place and milestones achieved so far
• Feasibility study completed
• Preliminary design completed
• Detailed design completed
• Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) completed
Project Objectives
To minimise the cost of water treatment chemicals resulting from increased pollution between Kamuzu Dam II and the Treatment Works.
PROJECT LOCATION
Actual location of project
The project is located in the Central Region of Malawi (Lilongwe City). All the activities shall be implemented within the water supply area of Lilongwe Water Board (Lilongwe City and other surrounding areas).
Strengths of the project location
Lilongwe is the capital city of Malawi and hence it is a necessity that it has reliable water supply services.
PRODUCT/SERVICES CURRENTLY PRODUCED/ OFFERED
Give specific details of the products that the project currently produces or services that it presently offers
A raw water aqueduct constructed from Kamuzu Dam II to the raw water intake point at Treatment Works. Reduced cost of water treatment and hence cost of water to the consumers.
PROPOSED INVESTMENT
The product/services that the proposed project will offer is potable water supply. The market being targeted by the project is Lilongwe City and Peri – Urban community; residential, commercial / industrial and institutional establishments. The raw materials for the project include pipes and fittings, pre-paid meters, electronic equipment and software that will be sourced locally and imported. It is estimated that the project will employee 200 casual labourers for pipe laying works with local and foreign experts providing technical assistance.
FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS
The project promoters are looking for funding amounting to US$60 Million. The financing of the project is required immediately as it is a long-term measure to reduce water treatment costs.
PROPOSED INVESTMENT MODEL (ACTIONS REQUIRED/ IMPLEMENTATION ARRANGEMENTS/ CONTRACT TYPE)
The project promoter is looking for debt or equity partner. The project will be undertaken as a turnkey
The project involves reviewing designs and construction of an Aqueduct from Kamuzu Dam II to intake at Treatment Works
Nature of plans that have already been put in place and milestones achieved so far
• Feasibility study completed
• Preliminary design completed
• Detailed design completed
• Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) completed
Project Objectives
To minimise the cost of water treatment chemicals resulting from increased pollution between Kamuzu Dam II and the Treatment Works.
PROJECT LOCATION
Actual location of project
The project is located in the Central Region of Malawi (Lilongwe City). All the activities shall be implemented within the water supply area of Lilongwe Water Board (Lilongwe City and other surrounding areas).
Strengths of the project location
Lilongwe is the capital city of Malawi and hence it is a necessity that it has reliable water supply services.
PRODUCT/SERVICES CURRENTLY PRODUCED/ OFFERED
Give specific details of the products that the project currently produces or services that it presently offers
A raw water aqueduct constructed from Kamuzu Dam II to the raw water intake point at Treatment Works. Reduced cost of water treatment and hence cost of water to the consumers.
PROPOSED INVESTMENT
The product/services that the proposed project will offer is potable water supply. The market being targeted by the project is Lilongwe City and Peri – Urban community; residential, commercial / industrial and institutional establishments. The raw materials for the project include pipes and fittings, pre-paid meters, electronic equipment and software that will be sourced locally and imported. It is estimated that the project will employee 200 casual labourers for pipe laying works with local and foreign experts providing technical assistance.
FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS
The project promoters are looking for funding amounting to US$60 Million. The financing of the project is required immediately as it is a long-term measure to reduce water treatment costs.
PROPOSED INVESTMENT MODEL (ACTIONS REQUIRED/ IMPLEMENTATION ARRANGEMENTS/ CONTRACT TYPE)
The project promoter is looking for debt or equity partner. The project will be undertaken as a turnkey
CONTACTS
Lilongwe Water Board, Private Bag 96, Lilongwe, MALAWI.
Telephone: +265 1 750 366. Fax: +265 1 752 294. E – mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Contact person: Silli Mbewe, Acting General Manager