The Mmamashia Water Treatment Plant is a cutting-edge facility that combines the refurbishment of existing infrastructure with the construction of advanced new water treatment systems. Spearheaded by Khato Civils in a joint venture with South Zambezi, the project enhances the nation’s water treatment capacity, positioning Botswana as a regional leader in sustainable water management across SADC.
Boasting a daily output of 284 megalitres (megalitre equivalent to one million litres), the plant now stands amongst the largest in the region. This development comes as a vital step towards securing water supply amidst increasing population pressures. For Khato Civils, a 100% black-owned company, the completion of the Mmamashia plant serves as a showcase of African expertise in a sector often led by international players. Khato chair, Simbi Phiri, emphasised that the project demonstrates the capacity of African firms to excel in high-stakes technically demanding industries. “It’s reassuring to know that African firms can plan, design, and execute projects of this scale and complexity. “This project required quick decision-making and close collaboration with all involved parties, and I am very proud of what we have accomplished,” Phiri stated. Khato Civils’ CEO, Mongezi Mnyani, echoed this sentiment, noting: “Delivering the largest water treatment plant in the SADC region is a testament to our capabilities as an African firm. “We are incredibly proud to contribute to Botswana’s water security whilst demonstrating that African companies are competitive on a global stage.”
