Cost effective solutions to clean water for all
Let's start talkingMeeting Rising Urban Water Demands
Cities and towns worldwide face mounting challenges in managing water and wastewater. Rapid urbanisation, population growth, and tightening environmental regulations are putting immense pressure on municipalities to provide reliable, safe, and sustainable water services. Add to this the growing impacts of droughts, flooding, and aging infrastructure, and it’s clear that the need for innovative, cost-effective solutions has never been greater.
At NuWater, we help municipalities transform these challenges into opportunities with smart, adaptable, and sustainable water treatment solutions tailored to community needs.
70%
Discharged water
In developing countries, more than 80% of domestic wastewater is discharged untreated, polluting rivers, lakes and coastal areas.
26
Billion Ltr Annually
South Africa already has 7 million people without access to water requiring an additional 26 billion litres annually.
NuWater’s Municipal Solutions
We design, build, and operate mobile, modular, and scalable treatment plants that can be deployed quickly to address both planned and emergency needs. Our systems are proven across Africa and internationally, ensuring municipalities can deliver reliable, safe, and cost-efficient water services to their communities.
Key features of our municipal solutions include:
- Rapid Deployment: Units can be mobilised quickly to address urgent shortages or infrastructure breakdowns.
- Flexible Ownership Models: Short, medium, and long-term rental, lease, or purchase options reduce financial barriers.
- High-Volume Capacity: Modular plants capable of producing millions of litres of potable water daily.
- Advanced Technologies: Reverse osmosis, ultrafiltration, and advanced biological processes for municipal-scale applications.
- Sustainability Focused: Reduced energy usage, brine concentration, zero liquid discharge (ZLD) capabilities, and wastewater reuse.
Tackling Key Municipal Challenges
Municipal water and wastewater management comes with unique challenges. NuWater provides solutions to address them directly:
- Aging Infrastructure: Extend system life and bridge gaps where municipal plants are outdated or overloaded.
- Water Scarcity: Create new water sources from rivers, lakes, boreholes, seawater, or reclaimed wastewater.
- Pollution & Contamination: Treat sources impacted by industrial waste, agriculture runoff, or natural pollutants.
- Wastewater Reuse: Transform effluent into safe, high-quality water suitable for non-potable and potable applications.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure water quality meets national and international safety standards.
Proven Experience, Global Expertise
NuWater has a strong track record of delivering solutions for municipalities across Africa and beyond. From emergency drought-relief systems in Cape Town and Namibia, to permanent municipal-scale installations, our plants have safeguarded communities, reduced costs, and ensured compliance with strict water quality standards.
Our expertise spans:
- ·Potable Water Treatment – delivering safe, reliable drinking water.
- ·Wastewater Treatment – efficient, sustainable handling of municipal sewage.
- Water Reclamation & Reuse – turning wastewater into a valuable resource.
- Brine & Residuals Management – minimising environmental impact.
Why Municipalities Choose NuWater
Benefit Impact for Municipalities
Benefit
Speed & Agility
Scalable Design
Flexible Financing
Proven Track Record
Sustainability First
Rapid response for emergencies, droughts, or plant failures.
Adaptable to growing populations and evolving demands.
Rental, lease, or purchase models lower upfront costs.
Successful delivery across Africa and global markets.
Reduced environmental footprint through reuse and ZLD.
End-to-End Partnership
NuWater doesn’t just deliver equipment—we provide full lifecycle support, including design, engineering, construction, commissioning, and ongoing operation. This ensures municipalities have the confidence of reliable, long-term solutions without the burden of technical complexity.
Smarter Water for Growing Communities
The demands on municipal water services are growing—but with NuWater’s advanced, modular, and sustainable solutions, municipalities can deliver safe, reliable, and affordable water to the communities they serve.
Let’s build resilient cities and towns together.
Contact NuWater today to explore how our municipal water and wastewater treatment solutions can meet your community’s needs.
