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Posted on January 9, 2025
BWB Women cheer children with K2.5 million donation
Blantyre Water Board (BWB) Women's Welfare group brought smiles and hope to children at the Courageous Kids Foundation in Mpemba today, 27th December 2024, by donating food and non-food items valued at 2.5 million kwacha.Read More >>
Posted on November 29, 2024
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"At Blantyre Water Board, we believe that everyone has the right to live free from violence and discrimination. This 16 Days of Activism, let us commit to driving change by fostering a culture of respect, equality, and accountability—not just in our workplace, but in every corner of our society"Read More >>
Posted on October 30, 2024
WATER AND SANITATION MINISTER VISITS BWB, TOURS MZEDI DUMPSITE
Today, October 29 2024, the Minister of Water and Sanitation, Hon. Abida Sidik Mia, MP, visited the Blantyre Water Board (BWB) and conducted a site tour of ongoing construction works for the access road to the Mzedi dumpsite under the Malawi Water and Sanitation Project-1 (MWSP-1). Read More >>
Posted on September 27, 2024
BWB Scoops No. 1 IN 2024 ATI Act Implementation
Blantyre Water Board (BWB) has today been recognized as the best institution in implementing the Access to Information Act in the year 2024. Read More >>
Posted on September 25, 2024
Third Africa WSS Regulators Conference Kicks Off
The 3rd Africa Water Supply and Sanitation Regulators Conference kicked off in Blantyre Malawi yesterday 24/9/24, bringing together experts from 30 African countries to tackle the pressing challenges facing Africa's water supply and sanitation sectors. Read More >>
Posted on September 20, 2024
Six Honoured for Outstanding Fault Reporting
Blantyre Water Board (BWB) has today 20th September 2024 recognized six dedicated customers for their exemplary efforts in reporting more water faults between September 2023 and August 2024.Read More >>
Posted on August 14, 2024
BWB and others recognized for contributing to World Bank's IBNET database
Today at the prestigious IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition in Toronto, Canada, Blantyre Water Board and select Malawian water utilities received recognition for their exceptional contributions to the World Bank's International Benchmarking Network (IBNET) database. We are honored to have received a certificate from the World Bank for our successful participation in the 2023 benchmarking exercise. Read More >>
Posted on July 29, 2024
BWB in capacity building for records management in compliance with the Access to Information Act
The Malawi Government through the Department of National Records and Archives are from today 29th July 2024 conducting a week-long training for public officers and the private sector on the importance of good records management policies to ensure adherence to various legislative and regulatory requirements including the Access to Information Act. Read More >>
Posted on July 23, 2024
HIS EXCELLENCY, MR. YOUCHI OYA, AMBASSADOR FOR JAPAN TO MALAWI VISITS BLANTYRE WATER BOARD
His Excellency Mr. Youichi Oya, the Ambassador for Japan to Malawi on Friday 19th July 2024 visited Blantyre Water Board for a brief meeting with the Board’s Executive Management to discuss upcoming projects aimed at improving service delivery.Read More >>
Posted on June 21, 2024
The Board Chairman, Joe Ching'ani, Board Members, Chief Executive Officer, Management and Staff of Blantyre Water Board congratulate Dr. Michael Bizwick Usi on his appointment and being sworn in as Malawi's Vice PresidentRead More >>
Posted on June 6, 2024
BWB Participates at 4th National Workshop on NRW Reduction
The Blantyre Water Board (BWB) is participating at a 3-day National Workshop on Non-Revenue Water (NRW) Reduction in Malawi, spotlighting the critical issue of water conservation and loss reduction. Read More >>
Posted on May 29, 2024
CEO represents BWB as part of MWSP delegation to Lisbon
Our CEO recently had the privilege to represent Blantyre Water Board as part of a Malawi Water and Sanitation delegation to Lisbon, Portugal to foster partnerships with colleagues at the Ministry of Environment and Energy, Aguas de Portugal, ERSAR, Portuguese Water Partnership, Aguas do Vouga and Aguas da Regiao de Aveiro. Great things are coming!
Much appreciation to our partner in development, the World Bank
The future is bright for the Malawi Water and Sanitation Sector, and especially for Blantyre Water Board
One step at a time
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Posted on May 29, 2024
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The Chairman, Board Members, Management and Staff of Blantyre Water Board would like to Congratulate His Excellency the State President of the Republic of Malawi Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera on his installation as the Chancellor of Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS)Read More >>
Posted on May 11, 2024
BWB and BCC Update the Media on MWSP-1
Blantyre Water Board (BWB) and Blantyre City Council (BCC) today 10th May 2024 held an interface with media managers from different media houses to update and discuss issues surrounding the Malawi Water and Sanitation Project 1 (MWSP-1) which the two institutions are implementing. Read More >>
Posted on April 15, 2024
BWB Promises Bright Future to its Customers
Blantyre Water Board (BWB) has assured its customers of improved service delivery through the implementation of Malawi Water and Sanitation Project 1 (MWSP-1). The assurance was given during a customer interface meeting which the Board organised for its Soche Zone customers today 13th April 2024 Read More >>
Posted on April 12, 2024
BWB Conducts Interface Meeting with Kabula Zone Customers
Committing to forming and maintaining strong relationships with its customers, Blantyre Water Board (BWB) on 6th April 2024 engaged in a face-to-face interaction with some of its customers from Kabula Zone.Read More >>
Posted on January 24, 2024
2024 International Education Day
Read what BWB directors and staff have to say today the International Education DayRead More >>
Posted on December 22, 2023
BWB Women Give Early Christmas to Maternity Patients
Female employees of Blantyre Water Board have today 22nd December 2023 donated both food and non-food assorted items to maternity patients at Ndirande and Limbe Health Centres.Read More >>
Posted on October 3, 2023
BWB Call Center
Contact our call center and access all the services BWB providesRead More >>
Posted on August 17, 2023
BWB launches SLD and Madzi App
Blantyre Water Board (BWB) has launched its official BWB Madzi App and Sustaining the Flow of Life and Development (SLD) Program which are aimed at improving service delivery. The event was held on 16th August 2023 at Amaryllis Hotel in Blantyre where the Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation Hon. Liana Kakhobwe Chapota, MP presided over the launch and unveiled the BWB Madzi App and SLD Program. Read More >>
Posted on June 2, 2023
BWB AND BCC ready to implement the Malawi Water and Sanitation Project - 1 (MWSP - 1)
Blantyre Water Board (BWB) and Blantyre City Council (BCC) have signed an implementation agreement document that will see the two collaboratively implement the Malawi Water and Sanitation Project-1 which aims to improve water and sanitation services in the city of Blantyre.Read More >>
Posted on May 31, 2023
BWB Tariff Framework for the Next Three Years
BWB water tariffs will move for all customer categories except for Low Income Areas (LIAs) that are serviced by kiosks in support of the fight against the cholera outbreak and cyclone Freddy impact. The adjustments will be as follows: 40% on 1st June, 2023; 50% on 1st October, 2023; and 10% in 2024 and 2025Read More >>
Posted on May 20, 2023
BWB awarded Best Service Provider Exhibitor in 33rd Malawi International Trade Fair
Blantyre Water Board has been awarded as the Best Service Provider Exhibitor for the ongoing Malawi Trade Fair. This happened last night during the official dinner hosted by the Malawi Chamber of Commerce as part of the fair. Read More >>
Posted on April 28, 2023
BWB signs a US$145 million grant from the World Bank
Blantyre Water Board (BWB) through the Ministry of Finance on 27th April 2023 signed a US$145 million grant from the World Bank for the Malawi Water and Sanitation Project, of which the project aims at operational improvements at Blantyre Water Board and Blantyre City Council. Read More >>
Posted on August 4, 2022
BWB excites customers at the 32nd Malawi International Trade Fair
As Blantyre Water Board participates at the 32nd Malawi International Trade Fair which opened on 28th June 2022 at the Trade Fair grounds in Blantyre, the Board is giving out tokens of appreciation to its customers who are making payments at its pavilion.Read More >>
Posted on December 16, 2022
Festive Season Bill Payment
Pay your bills to avoid disconnection during the festive season. Utilize the different online platform to purchase prepaid water tokens and postpaid water bills. Read More >>
Posted on June 12, 2022
BWB & TATA Consulting Sign Solar Power Project Contract
Blantyre Water Board (BWB) on Saturday 11th June 2022 signed a contract with TATA Consulting Engineers Limited empowering them to carryout consulting services that will initiate a Solar Power Plant Project at it's largest pumping station at Walkers Ferry.Read More >>
Posted on September 13, 2021
Introducing Robert Hanjahanja as new BWB CEO
Blantyre Water Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Robert T. Hanjahanja as the Chief Executive Officer for Blantyre Water Board.Read More >>
Posted on August 20, 2021
24hr Fault Reporting
Report Faults, Bursts Pipes or no-water situations 24 hrsRead More >>
Posted on March 22, 2021
World Water Day 2021
Blantyre Water Board joins the world in commemorating World Water Day on 22nd March 2021. We value water and therefore conserve it by planting as many trees as possible.Read More >>
Posted on December 6, 2020
Hon. Minister Nancy Tembo visits Blantyre Water Board
The Minister of Forestry and Natural Resources, Hon. Nancy Tembo - MP on Wednesday 2nd December 2020 visited Blantyre Water Board to discuss with Board of Directors and Management on issues that will help in achieving mutual objectives between Government and Blantyre Water Board. Read More >>
Posted on December 23, 2022
2022 Holiday Closure Notice
During the festive season, BWB's service centers and paypoints will open from 28th to 30th December 2022Read More >>
Posted on July 28, 2019
Prepaid Water Meters
Blantyre Water Board is in its third phase of installation of smart prepaid water meters Read More >>
Posted on January 10, 2019
Convenience of water bill payment
There are many you can pay your water bill. From walk-ins at pay points in service centers to banks and mobile phones, Blantyre Water Board ensures that you pay bills conveniently and stay connectedRead More >>
Posted on December 5, 2018
BWB Launches its Customer Service Charter
To put a seal on its continued commitment to provide customers with superior service, Blantyre Water Board launched its customer service charter on 3rd December, 2018Read More >>
Posted on December 10, 2018
Do more with BWB Call Center by dialing 5580 (TNM)
BWB introduces a call center to help customers get information about its services and maintain and build long lasting relationships. The call center can be reached by dialing 5580 on TNM networkRead More >>
Posted on April 2, 2019
Get reconnected in the Back to Life Campaign
If you were disconnected, get your water supply back by signing Back to Life Campaign forms and get reconnectedRead More >>
Posted on October 10, 2017
Likhubula to Blantyre Water Supply System
Blantyre Water Board, the Exim Bank of India and SMC Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd sign a USD 23.5 million contract for a New Water Supply System from Likhubula River in Mulanje to Blantyre Water Supply Area on 19th February 2017 at BWB Head office.Read More >>
Posted on December 5, 2017
BWB Tree Planting
Thank You Message for those who took part in the Tree PlantingRead More >>
Posted on August 9, 2019
Launch of WOP Project
Blantyre Water Board on Tuesday 6th August 2019 signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Water Unit at eThekwini Municipality of Durban, South Africa.Read More >>
Posted on May 30, 2019
Appointment of CEO
Blantyre Water Board has a new CEO effective December 2017Read More >>
Posted on May 8, 2019
Mutharika Commisssions K17 billion Likhubula-Blantyre Water Supply System
President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika on Friday commissioned a K17 billion Mulanje to Blantyre water project which will supply clean and safe water to three districts of Blantyre, Chiradzulu and Thyolo, which he said was part of fulfilling DPP manifesto promises.Read More >>