The Namibia Water Corporation Ltd (referred to as 'NamWater') is currently challenged by a situation where, due to an anticipated unprecedented growth in the uranium mining industry adjacent to Namibia's central coastal area, large volumes of potable water will be required in the medium term to meet the growing demand of NamWater's existing and prospective new mining clients. This additional water can no longer be supplied from the current groundwater sources in the area. NamWater is therefore proposing to construct and operate a desalination plant and associated infrastructure near Mile 6 north of the Swakopmund municipal area. The project is planned to produce 25 million cubic metres of potable water per year and have a minimum lifespan of 20 years.