Staff Reporter
The Zambezi River has recorded a slight decline in water levels over the past week; however, the eastern Zambezi floodplains continue to fill rapidly, and parts of the Zambezi Region remain flooded.
According to the Hydrological Services of Namibia, the Zambezi River at Katima Mulilo recorded a water level of 6.66 m on Tuesday, 7 April 2026. This is slightly lower than the 6.68 m recorded on Monday, 6 April 2026, and the 6.82 m recorded last week Tuesday, 31 March 2026.
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“Despite this notable drop, the current level remains significantly higher than the 4.60 m observed during the corresponding period last year. The eastern Zambezi floodplains continue to fill rapidly, with notable backflow extending towards Ngoma Bridge and Lake Liambezi. The Chobe River at Ngoma Gate recorded a water level of 4.14 m this morning. In light of these conditions, a flood alert is advised for the eastern Zambezi floodplains. Communities in these areas are strongly urged to remain on high alert and to activate flood preparedness and response measures,” the Hydrological Services added.
The Kavango River has continued to see a rise in water levels, increasing from 6.87 m on Monday to 6.93 m on Tuesday morning. This is higher than the 6.39 m recorded last week Tuesday, 31 March 2026.
The Kunene River has also risen, with the flow at Ruacana increasing from 495.8 m³/s on Monday to 558.1 m³/s on Tuesday morning.
The Orange River at Blouputs recorded a water level of 2.43 m on Tuesday, which is slightly lower than the 2.45 m recorded on Monday, but higher than the 2.11 m recorded last week Tuesday, 31 March 2026. Meanwhile, the Lower Orange River at Sendelingsdrift has continued to rise, increasing from 2.27 m last Tuesday to 2.29 m on Monday and 2.36 m this Tuesday.
