While a higher density network is always desirable, it is clear that budgetary constraints and a shortage of personnel to maintain such a network makes it difficult to consider realistically. More important is that existing key gauging stations are carefully maintained and that their ratings are constantly check and improved where possible. ORASECOM should support initiatives to promote any measures that can lead to the acquisition of more reliable and accurate data. These can include capacity building, technical assistance, supply of gauging and measuring equipment. Namibia has proposed the installation of a data collection platform and real-time transmission system at Noordoewer and to rate the station using the discharges from the Vioolsdrift weir. They also propose a gauging station at the Orange River mouth. Other needs in Namibia include expansion of the real-time system at existing stations including the Hardap and Naute Dams. Rehabilitation of the important flood warning weir at Gras is also critical as is the addition of a new gauging station at the Maltahoehe road crossing.