The construction of a water booster pump station in Golani, Kimara Ward, Ubungo District in Dar es Salaam has reached 80 percent completion, raising hopes among residents for reliable and affordable water services after years of shortage.
The Sh291 million project, implemented by the Dar es Salaam Water and Sewerage Authority, is expected to serve about 5,000 people in Golani, Saranga and Ukombozi areas. Once completed, the facility will significantly improve water supply in the area and nearby neighbourhoods.
Residents say the visible progress has renewed confidence that long-standing water challenges will soon be resolved. Golani Street Chairperson Gabriel Kilave said the pace of implementation has impressed the community, noting that many households currently depend on costly alternative sources.
He said the project’s progress has given residents hope that they will soon access clean water more easily and at lower costs, adding that the 80 percent completion level is a strong sign that the project is close to delivery.
A resident, Sauda Rashid, said water scarcity has been a major challenge in the area for years, affecting daily life and increasing household expenses. She said the ongoing project is expected to end the hardship once completed.
She noted that although heavy rains slowed down construction at some stages, the progress made so far demonstrates commitment from DAWASA to ensure the project is delivered as promised.
Project supervisor Engineer Fadhili Mndeme said the remaining work includes completing the pump house, installing pumping equipment and connecting electricity, including a transformer. He assured residents that the project is on track for completion by the end of May 2026.
He said the booster station will have the capacity to pump 150,000 litres of water per hour, extending services to Golani, Saranga, Ukombozi, Mnazi Mmoja and Mnara wa Voda.
The project is part of wider efforts by DAWASA to strengthen water infrastructure in the city and expand access to safe and reliable water services for residents.
