Kunene River continues to rise

Staff Reporter THE Kunene River has seen a slight increase in its flow rate, rising from 1,543.9 cubic metres per second (m³/s) on Thursday, 23 April 2026, to 1,545.9 m³/s on Friday morning, 24 April 2026. This is higher than the 1,386.10 m³/s flow rate recorded at the start of this week on Monday, 20 April 2026, as well as the 1,443.60 m³/s recorded last Friday, 17 April 2026. This was highlighted in the Hydrological Services of Namibia’s recent flood bulletin, which urged communities near the Kunene River to remain cautious as localised flooding remains a likely risk. “This rising trend indicates sustained upstream inflows and elevated river levels. Residents and communities along the Kunene River, particularly downstream of Ruacana, are advised to remain on high alert, avoid crossing flooded areas, and take necessary precautions as further increases in river levels may lead to localized flooding,” the Hydrological Services of Namibia advised. Meanwhile, the water level of the Kavango River at Rundu has seen a slight decline, falling from 6.84 m on Thursday to 6.78 m on Friday. Similarly, the Zambezi River at Katima Mulilo has recorded a slight decrease over the same period, from 6.24 m to 6.19 m. Despite this decline, communities near the Zambezi River are urged to remain cautious as the eastern Zambezi floodplains continue to fill. “The Zambezi River at Katima Mulilo recorded a decrease from 6.24 m yesterday to 6.19 m this morning. The current level remains significantly higher than the 5.11 m observed during the corresponding period last year. The eastern Zambezi floodplains continue to fill up, with notable backflow extending towards Ngoma Bridge and Lake Liambezi. Meanwhile, the Chobe River at Ngoma Gate recorded a water level of 3.98 this morning. In light of these conditions, a flood alert is advised for the eastern Zambezi floodplains. Communities in these areas are strongly urged to remain on high alert and to activate flood preparedness and response measures,” the Hydrological Services of Namibia added. The post Kunene River continues to rise appeared first on Informanté .