Vision Statement
To ensure equitable distribution of water through stake holders engagenment to establish all the water sources in the subcatchment.
Mission Statement
To always engage stakeholders for the sustainable use of water to enhance economic, poltical and social values.
About The Mbembesi Subcatchement Council
Mbembesi Subcatchment Council (MSCC) is a government institution created by the Water Act of 1998 (CAP 20:24) to manage both ground and surface water resources in the Mbembesi catchment.
We are independent from ZINWA and local authorities, focusing on community-driven water resource management.
Our office operates from the BRDC (Bubi Rural District Council) complex, serving as a point of contact for communities seeking to comply with water regulations, resolve disputes, or engage in sustainable water initiatives.
Areas Covered
- Bubi
- Lupane
- Nkayi
- Insiza
- Ntabazinduna
- Umguza
Sustainability
Water is life’s matter and matrix, mother and medium. There is no life without water.
Our Services
& How We can Help You
The Mbembesi Subcatchment Council (MSCC) is dedicated to the sustainable management and equitable distribution of water resources within its catchment area.
Water Allocation and Permits
We issue ground and surface water permits through the Mbembesi Subcatchment Council. Everyone using water from boreholes, wells, dams, mine shafts, and rivers within the MSCC boundary must register. Anyone intending to drill a borehole/well or develop a flow obstruction structure (e.g., dam, weirs) must also register.
Promoting Catchment Protection
We promote the protection of the Mbembesi catchment area. We also ensure that all stakeholders, including commercial farms, local authorities, hospitals, and schools, operate in an environmentally friendly manner to minimize water source pollution, in accordance with the EMA Act.
Monitoring Water Use and Compliance
We monitor water use within the subcatchment. MSCC is currently conducting a door-to-door mapping exercise and monitoring for compliance. Avoid Penalties: Official compliance visits regarding borehole registration are ongoing. It is mandatory to register your boreholes/water sources to avoid potential penalties.
DUTIES OF THE SUB CATCHMENT COUNCIL
- Regulate and supervise the exercise the rights to water users
- Monitor water flows and water use according to allocation.
- Ensure anyone charging waste into any river systems has the right to do so.
- Collect sub catchment rates, fees and levies
- Assist in data collection for national water outline plans.
- Charging a non complying water users an extra amount to ensure compliance .
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
We’ve compiled a list of common questions to help you better understand the Mbembesi Subcatchment Council (MSCC), our services, and your water responsibilities. If you don’t find the answer you’re looking for here, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly.
What is the Mbembesi Subcatchment Council (MSCC)?
Which areas are covered by the MSCC?
Why do I need to register my water source with the MSCC?
Who must register with the MSCC?
ASEBENZISENI NGONANZELELO
Lets Use
Water Wisely.
UMSEBENZI WE SUB CATCHMENT COUNCIL
Catchment Council yiyo kuphela elamandla okunikeza
kumbe ukwesula imvumo yamanzi (permit) icetshiswa
yi Sub Catchment Council.
- Ukupha iziqondiso mayelalna lelungelo lamanzi kwabasebenzisi bawo
- Ukunanzelela ukuthi wonke umuntu olahlela izibi kumbe ingcekeza emanzini angabe elelungelo lokwenza lokho.
- Ukuthelisa imithelo yonke endingekayoku ku Sub Catchment Council.
- Ukuphathisa ekugogeni kolwazi ngezamanzi ukuze kuvezwe amacebo loluhlu ngezamanzi elizweni lonke jikelele
HOW TO REGISTER BOREHOLES
Contact Us
Contact us via the form or message us on whatsapp +263 78 504 2705 for more information about our services
