… The Lower Orange River at Sendelingsdrift measured 1.60m on Saturday, 1.53m on Sunday, and 1.49m on Monday. …
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- April 2026
… Meanwhile, along the Lower Orange River, water levels were recorded at 2.18 m at Blouputs and 2.25 m at Sendelingsdrift on Monday morning. …
Heavy rains in Angola and Cuvelai Basin raise flood concerns for northern Namibia- March 2026
… Flood-prone areas in Namibia include the Cuvelai–Etosha Basin, Okavango River and its banks, Zambezi River banks and eastern Zambezi floodplains, Lower Kuiseb Catchment, Hardap–Mariental area, Lower Orange River, and the Kunene River,” the Hydrological Services added. …
More thunderstorms and possible flash floods expected on Friday… Flood-prone areas in Namibia include the Cuvelai–Etosha Basin, Okavango River and its banks, Zambezi River banks and eastern Zambezi floodplains, Lower Kuiseb Catchment, Hardap–Mariental area, Lower Orange River, and the Kunene River,” the Hydrological Services of Namibia added.
Heavy rains hit several areas, raising flood concerns… Flood-prone areas in Namibia include the Cuvelai–Etosha Basin, Okavango River and its banks, Zambezi River banks and eastern Zambezi floodplains, Lower Kuiseb Catchment, Hardap–Mariental area, Lower Orange River, and the Kunene River,” the Hydrological Services of Namibia urged. …
Multiple regions to be affected by Thursday rainfall, public urged to stay cautious… ivated in flood-prone areas across the country. “Flood-prone areas in Namibia include the Cuvelai–Etosha Basin, the Okavango River and its banks, the Zambezi River banks and eastern Zambezi floodplains, the Lower Kuiseb Catchment, the Hardap–Mariental area, the Lower Orange River …
Public urged to remain cautious as Zambezi River levels surge… Flood-prone areas include the Cuvelai–Etosha Basin, the Okavango River and its banks, the Zambezi River banks and eastern Zambezi floodplains, the Lower Kuiseb Catchment, the Hardap–Mariental area, the Lower Orange River, and the Kunene River,” advised the Hydrological Services o …
Zambezi River overflows, public urged to exercise caution- February 2026
… The Hydrological Services of Namibia warned that water levels on the Lower Orange River are forecast to rise further in the coming days. …
Southern rivers surge following recent showers… Flood-prone areas in Namibia include the Cuvelai–Etosha Basin, Okavango River and its banks, Zambezi River banks and eastern Zambezi floodplains, Lower Kuiseb Catchment, Hardap–Mariental area, Lower Orange River, and the Kunene River,” the Hydrological Services of Namibia added.
Namibia Meteorological Service issues storm and flood warning- January 2026
… The Okavango River at Rundu recorded a steady water level of 4.90 metres, representing a decrease from the 5.53 metres recorded during the same period last year. “On the Lower Orange River, water levels at Blouputs and Sendelingsdrift were recorded at 2.01 metres and 2.05 metres …
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Kunene River flow declines but remains above last year's levels
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The Kunene River's flow rate at Ruacana declined from 1,540.50 m³/s on Saturday to 1,125.50 m³/s by Monday, though still higher than the 708.10 m³/s recorded on the same date last year. The Zambezi River and other waterways have also experienced declining flows, but water levels remain significantly higher than those of last year.
Why it matters
Kunene River flow decline, though above last year's levels, remains important for water security and regional resource management.
28 April 2026 · Informanté →
Tuesday 28 April
Kunene River flow declines but remains above last year's levels
The Kunene River's flow rate at Ruacana declined from 1,540.50 m³/s on Saturday to 1,125.50 m³/s by Monday, though still higher than the 708.10 m³/s recorded on the same date last year. The Zambezi River and other waterways have also experienced declining flows, but water levels remain significantly higher than those of last year.
28 April 2026 · Informanté →
Wednesday 1 April
Heavy rains trigger flood alerts across northern Namibia
Substantial rainfall in southern Angola and the Cuvelai–Etosha Basin has caused water to flow through eastern iishana in Ohangwena Region, with the stream expected to affect northern constituencies in the Oshana Region. The Hydrological Services of Namibia has advised communities to remain on high alert and activate flood preparedness measures, with increased flood risk also flagged for the Kunene, central, and south-eastern regions.
1 April 2026 · Informanté →
Friday 27 March
Heavy thunderstorms and flash floods forecast for Friday
The Namibia Meteorological Services predicts heavy thunderstorms over the interior on Friday with potential for flash floods, following significant rainfall across the country this week including 70mm near Outjo. Authorities recommend activating flood contingency plans in identified flood-prone areas including the Cuvelai–Etosha Basin, Okavango, Zambezi, and other vulnerable regions.
27 March 2026 · Informanté →
Wednesday 25 March
Heavy rains across Namibia raise flood concerns
Heavy rainfall hit multiple regions including Windhoek, the north, and north-east, causing localised flooding in the capital and rapid river rises in the Zambezi and Kavango regions. Authorities recommend activating flood contingency plans in vulnerable areas across the country.
25 March 2026 · Informanté →
Thursday 19 March
Multiple regions braced for Thursday rainfall, flooding risk high
The Namibia Meteorological Services expects rain on Thursday to affect Omaheke, Ohangwena, Oshikoto, Otjozondjupa, Kavango East, Kavango West and Zambezi regions. Authorities urge the public to exercise caution during heavy rainfall, avoid crossing flooded rivers, and activate flood preparedness measures, particularly in the Zambezi Region where the river is already overflowing.
19 March 2026 · Informanté →
Thursday 12 March
Zambezi and other rivers surge; flood alert issued nationwide
The Zambezi River at Katima Mulilo has risen to 6.76 metres, significantly higher than recent years and well above last week's 3.99m reading. The Hydrological Services of Namibia has issued a flood alert for the eastern Zambezi floodplains and recommended that communities nationwide activate flood preparedness measures, as several other rivers including the Kavango and Orange are also elevated.
12 March 2026 · Informanté →
Saturday 7 March
Zambezi River overflows; authorities urge flood preparedness
The Zambezi River at Katima Mulilo is overflowing with water levels near 5 metres, a significant rise from levels recorded in February. The Hydrological Services of Namibia has called for intensified flood preparedness efforts in flood-prone areas including the Zambezi, Kavango, Kunene, and Orange River regions.
7 March 2026 · Informanté →
Wednesday 25 February
Southern Namibian rivers swell after recent rainfall
Recent showers have revived southern Namibian rivers including the Orange River and Löwen River, with water levels forecast to rise further in coming days. The Hydrological Services warns communities along the Lower Orange River to remain cautious and take flood prevention measures, while some southern dams have also recorded slight increases in capacity.
25 February 2026 · Informanté →
Friday 20 February
Namibia Meteorological Service warns of severe storms and flooding
The Namibia Meteorological Service has warned that severe thunderstorms are expected in central-north, Zambezi, Kavango, Otjozondjupa and Omaheke regions this week, with a risk of flash flooding, while isolated to scattered thundershowers are anticipated in central and southern regions. The Hydrological Services of Namibia has advised communities in flood-prone areas to exercise caution and activate multi-hazard contingency plans for flood risk mitigation.
20 February 2026 · Informanté →
Friday 9 January
National dam storage levels rise compared to last year
The Namibian Hydrological Services reports that national dam storage levels remain significantly higher than the same period last year, with total dam content at 80.1% as of 5 January and a storage surplus of 28.7% compared to the previous year. River flow conditions have increased across parts of the country, with the Zambezi River at Katima Mulilo recording notably higher water levels than last year.
9 January 2026 · New Era →
Hot weather and isolated thundershowers forecast across Namibia
The Namibia Meteorological Service forecasts hot to very hot conditions across most of the country, with isolated thundershowers expected over northern, central and eastern interior areas, while the south remains mostly sunny and dry. Coastal areas will experience milder conditions with maximum temperatures of 24–27°C, while interior regions such as Keetmanshoop and Mariental are forecast to reach 36–37°C.
9 January 2026 · Informanté →
Tuesday 6 January
Rainfall lifts river flows and national dam levels above 80%
Namibia recorded widespread rainfall over recent days, with moderate falls across north-central and north-eastern regions and lighter showers in the south, boosting river flows and maintaining national dam storage at 80.1% as of 5 January. However, authorities note a storage deficit of 28.7% compared to the same period last year, with dam levels ranging from highs of 97.7% at Neckartal Dam to lows below 5% at Bondels and Tjivero Silt dams.
6 January 2026 · Informanté →