Staff Writer
The Zimbabwe National Water Authority (ZINWA) said the country’s major dams have reached an average of 84 percent capacity following rains that are falling across the country.
Said ZINWA in a statement:
“Zimbabwe’s major dams are averaging 84.0% capacity, reflecting continued inflows this rainy season.
Several dams have reached full capacity, strengthening national water security.We continue to monitor levels to support water security nationwide.”
As at 12 January, the country’s largest inland dam, Tugwi Mukosi was at 100 percent capacity, Lake Mutirikwi , 94 percent, Manyame, 79.8 percent, Osborne, 71.7 percent, Mazvikadeyi, 63.6, Manyuchi, 100 percent, Manjerenji, 71.4 percent, Sebakwe, 53,7 percent, Chivero, 66.1 percent, Insiza, 45,5, Zvovhe, 100 percent, Siya , 87 percent and Inyankuni, 10.7 percent among major dams.