National Water Commission.
The NWC supplies potable water each day to its registered accounts across Jamaica.
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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The National Water Commission serves communities in Kingston and Mountain View, with Kevin Kerr acting as its President.Some support4 reports
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The government is being urged to shift National Water Commission infrastructure, with NWC plants located across Jamaica.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The National Water Commission is addressing infrastructure solutions for John Street in Jamaica.Some support1 report
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Regulator oversees utility service standards compliance and monitors consumer compensation claims involving the National Water Commission and Columbus Communications.Some support1 report
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The National Water Commission (NWC) is involved in addressing water supply issues in Port Maria.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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The National Water Commission rehabilitates a well in St James with a $100m investment, serving residents of New Garden and Green Park.Some support2 reports
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The National Water Commission faces an objection, while Desmond McKenzie reverses a media ban and a committee orders a journalist removed.Some support1 report
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Minister Desmond McKenzie and the National Water Commission collaborated on drainage and pipelines in Black River.Some support1 report
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Matthew Samuda serves as Minister of Water and Environment in Jamaica, overseeing national development.Well supported9 reports7 developments inside
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The National Water Commission faces operational issues and drought conditions have lowered the Hermitage Dam capacity in Jamaica.Some support5 reports
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The Public Accounts Committee discussed National Water Commission water supply issues, while the National Irrigation Commission supplies water for farming.Some support1 report
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The National Water Commission activates drought protocols and deploys trucks to schools in Jamaica.Some support2 reports
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Amid El Niño impacts, Samuda announces a water prohibition order in Jamaica due to prevailing dry conditions and low rainfall.Some support7 reports
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The National Water Commission provided water support to Meadowbrook High School.Some support1 report
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The National Water Commission is upgrading water infrastructure to serve the island of Jamaica.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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The National Water Commission and the government are responsible for the $500m Queen Heights investment and committed to advancing the water infrastructure project.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Mayor in Mandeville calls for government intervention regarding the local water supply issues.Some support1 report
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The operational status of the National Water Commission in Jamaica, including potable water supply, black water management, and oversight by MPs.Some support5 reports3 developments inside
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The National Water Commission is undertaking sewage infrastructure renovations in St Andrew, with Matthew Samuda overseeing the work.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Samuda ordered the National Water Commission to review operational work sites due to traffic and water disruptions.Some support1 report
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The National Water Commission implemented emergency water trucking services.Some support1 report
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The National Water Commission imposed water prohibition orders in St Thomas.Some support2 reports
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Cabinet approved a $500m allocation for drought fight, involving the National Water Commission.Some support2 reports
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NWC plans to move water from Rio Cobre and utilize Mona Dam to improve water supply to Negril and Kingston.Some support1 report
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The Jamaica Fire Brigade battled bushfires with support from the Jamaica Defence Force, while the National Water Commission provided critical assistance.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The National Water Commission deployed water trucks to assist the Jamaica Fire Brigade in responding to a blaze in St Andrew.Some support1 report
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The National Water Commission provides potable water services across Jamaica and oversaw the commissioning of the Bunkers Hill water project.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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The National Water Commission oversees water projects to mitigate drought impacts and announces infrastructure updates regarding water security.Some support2 reports
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The Early Childhood Commission is involved in early childhood sector support while the National Water Commission manages water supply across Jamaica.Some support2 reports
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The National Water Commission (NWC) supplies water to Santa Cruz, operating within Jamaica under the representation of Minister Matthew Samuda.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The National Water Commission is leading efforts to upgrade the Hermitage Dam, which serves the population of Kingston and St Andrew, with input from Matthew Samuda.Some support4 reports2 developments inside
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The National Water Commission provides water supply and infrastructure assurance across St Andrew, Kingston, and St Catherine.Some support2 reports
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The National Water Commission requires an external agency to handle bridge construction projects.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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Agencies in Jamaica discuss expanding heritage protection scope and ministerial responsibility for water infrastructure.Some support1 report
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Ian Hayles challenges the government's water project allocation policy in Jamaica.Some support3 reports
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Hunter led the National Water Commission for 11 years and served as CEO of the National Works Agency for 14 years.Some support1 report
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The National Water Commission is involved in a water project in Santa Cruz, where Jess addressed the groundbreaking ceremony and Delroy Chuck made a declaration in the legislative body.Some support1 report
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An audit report detailing the National Water Commission's performance was tabled in the House of Representatives and accepted by the government.Some support1 report
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What's reaching National Water Commission
Events traced to National Water Commission, step by step, newest firstExplainers that pass through National Water Commission
National Water Commission is a step on the way to someone else- How will the Western Water Resilience Improvement Project affect Montego Bay residents and infrastructure?WWRIP construction causes traffic snarls along Montego Bay corridorReported
- How will the major infrastructure project affect the National Works Agency?Major water project requires NWA collaboration on traffic management planReported
Around National Water Commission this week
News at the entities that move National Water Commission most-
government StructuralLynda Tabuya declared herself qualified for a position within the government.Moves National Water Commission
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cabinet StructuralStockport council has called for a fairer funding settlement from the cabinet, comparing its situation to the England average.Moves National Water Commission
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Hunter StructuralRegions are targeted for renewable energy investment.Moves National Water Commission
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house of representatives StructuralVoters are showing support for Donald Trump based on the war in Iran, while Democrats are actively seeking political gains in the House of Representatives.Moves National Water Commission
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Public Accounts Committee StructuralThe Ministry of Water and Environment reported to the Public Accounts Committee in Uganda.Moves National Water Commission
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El Nino Shared contextEl Niño may bring major impacts and challenges for Kern County agriculture in Bakersfield.Moves National Water Commission
Connections
The 40 strongest of 57, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Kevin Kerr Structural
Kevin Kerr serves as the Acting President of the National Water Commission.
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Matthew Samuda Structural
Matthew Samuda exercises formal ministerial oversight and regulatory authority over the National Water Commission's operations.
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government Structural
The government provides regulatory oversight and funding, while relying on the National Water Commission for essential water services.
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New Garden Structural
The National Water Commission provides and plans to provide essential water services to the residents of New Garden.
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cabinet Structural
The National Water Commission operates under the executive oversight and budgetary approval of the Cabinet.
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Hunter Structural
Hunter served as the leader of the National Water Commission for 11 years.
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St Thomas Structural
The National Water Commission formally regulates water usage in St Thomas by issuing prohibition orders and restrictions.
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Hermitage Dam Structural
The National Water Commission manages, upgrades, and monitors the Hermitage Dam's operational capacity.
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Kingston Structural
The National Water Commission regulates and supplies water services within the Kingston area, defining its operational mandate.
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Green Park Structural
The National Water Commission provides water service to the residents of Green Park.
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Jamaica Fire Brigade Operational
The National Water Commission provides critical operational supplies and assistance to the Jamaica Fire Brigade.
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St Catherine Structural
The National Water Commission provides essential water services and issues binding regulatory orders for the area of St Catherine.
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Negril Structural
The National Water Commission is responsible for planning and providing water supply to the area of Negril.
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Belfield Transactional
The National Water Commission invested $100m to rehabilitate and upgrade water systems in Belfield.
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Vinci Construction Transactional
The National Water Commission has contracted Vinci Construction for construction services.
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St Andrew Shared context
The National Water Commission provides essential water and sewage services and regulatory oversight for the geographical area of St Andrew.
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Early Childhood Commission Operational
NWC collaborates with the Early Childhood Commission to ensure adequate water provision for the early childhood sector.
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Portland Structural
The National Water Commission formally regulates Portland by issuing water prohibition orders and restrictions.
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Peter Bunting Operational
The two entities are actively engaged together in lobbying efforts concerning infrastructure upgrades and service improvements.
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house of representatives Structural
The National Water Commission is subject to formal oversight by the House of Representatives through the tabling of audit reports.
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Santa Cruz Operational
The National Water Commission actively supplies water resources and is involved in water projects within Santa Cruz.
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El Nino Shared context
The operational context of the National Water Commission is defined by the large-scale climate patterns, such as El Nino, which introduce resource stress.
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Mona Dam Structural
The National Water Commission relies on the operational capacity of the Mona Dam to fulfill its mandate, which is currently being strained by drought conditions.
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Cumberland High School Transactional
The National Water Commission provides supplies via trucks to Cumberland High School.
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Meadowbrook High School Structural
The National Water Commission provides essential water supply services to Meadowbrook High School.
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Public Accounts Committee Structural
The Public Accounts Committee scrutinizes the National Water Commission regarding water supply issues.
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Office of Utilities Regulation Structural
The Office of Utilities Regulation exercises oversight over the National Water Commission regarding utility service standards compliance.
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Christie Structural
Christie formally represents the National Water Commission in discussions.
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Desmond McKenzie Operational
Desmond McKenzie and the National Water Commission are actively coordinating discussions regarding drainage issues.
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Montego Bay Shared context
National Water Commission service deployment reduces the necessity of travel to Montego Bay.
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El Niño Shared context
The National Water Commission faces drought challenges influenced by El Niño climate patterns.
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Justice Transactional
Justice addressed the NWC groundbreaking ceremony, establishing a specific, episodic interaction between the two entities.
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Mountain View Shared context
The National Water Commission operates within the geographic and jurisdictional context of Mountain View.
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Port Maria Operational
The National Water Commission is actively involved in addressing water supply issues affecting Port Maria.
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Dixon Operational
The relationship is characterized by routine meetings between the individual and the government agency.
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The Ministry of Local Government and Community Development exercises regulatory oversight over the National Water Commission's official actions.
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Falmouth Shared context
The National Water Commission's service deployment reduces the need for travel to Falmouth.
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Rio Cobre Structural
The National Water Commission plans to utilize Rio Cobre as a source for water supply.
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Jonathan Bartley Operational
Jonathan Bartley contacted the National Water Commission to simplify a connection process.
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Dobson Mentioned together
The relationship between the two government agencies is not supported by the available evidence.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
7 events- The National Water Commission is addressing infrastructure solutions for John Street in Jamaica.
- Regulator oversees utility service standards compliance and monitors consumer compensation claims involving the National Water Commission and Columbus Communications.
- The National Water Commission (NWC) is involved in addressing water supply issues in Port Maria.
- The National Water Commission rehabilitates a well in St James with a $100m investment, serving residents of New Garden and Green Park.
- The National Water Commission faces an objection, while Desmond McKenzie reverses a media ban and a committee orders a journalist removed.
- Minister Desmond McKenzie and the National Water Commission collaborated on drainage and pipelines in Black River.
- The Public Accounts Committee discussed National Water Commission water supply issues, while the National Irrigation Commission supplies water for farming.
September 2026
8 events- The National Water Commission activates drought protocols and deploys trucks to schools in Jamaica.
- The National Water Commission provided water support to Meadowbrook High School.
- The National Water Commission and the government are responsible for the $500m Queen Heights investment and committed to advancing the water infrastructure project.
- Mayor in Mandeville calls for government intervention regarding the local water supply issues.
- Samuda ordered the National Water Commission to review operational work sites due to traffic and water disruptions.
- The National Water Commission implemented emergency water trucking services.
- The National Water Commission imposed water prohibition orders in St Thomas.
- Cabinet approved a $500m allocation for drought fight, involving the National Water Commission.
August 2026
8 events- The National Water Commission faces operational issues and drought conditions have lowered the Hermitage Dam capacity in Jamaica.
- Amid El Niño impacts, Samuda announces a water prohibition order in Jamaica due to prevailing dry conditions and low rainfall.
- NWC plans to move water from Rio Cobre and utilize Mona Dam to improve water supply to Negril and Kingston.
- The Jamaica Fire Brigade battled bushfires with support from the Jamaica Defence Force, while the National Water Commission provided critical assistance.
- The National Water Commission deployed water trucks to assist the Jamaica Fire Brigade in responding to a blaze in St Andrew.
- The National Water Commission provides potable water services across Jamaica and oversaw the commissioning of the Bunkers Hill water project.
- The National Water Commission oversees water projects to mitigate drought impacts and announces infrastructure updates regarding water security.
- The Early Childhood Commission is involved in early childhood sector support while the National Water Commission manages water supply across Jamaica.
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July 2026
7 events- The National Water Commission serves communities in Kingston and Mountain View, with Kevin Kerr acting as its President.
- The operational status of the National Water Commission in Jamaica, including potable water supply, black water management, and oversight by MPs.
- The National Water Commission is undertaking sewage infrastructure renovations in St Andrew, with Matthew Samuda overseeing the work.
- The National Water Commission is leading efforts to upgrade the Hermitage Dam, which serves the population of Kingston and St Andrew, with input from Matthew Samuda.
- The National Water Commission provides water supply and infrastructure assurance across St Andrew, Kingston, and St Catherine.
- The National Water Commission requires an external agency to handle bridge construction projects.
- Agencies in Jamaica discuss expanding heritage protection scope and ministerial responsibility for water infrastructure.
June 2026
8 events- The government is being urged to shift National Water Commission infrastructure, with NWC plants located across Jamaica.
- Matthew Samuda serves as Minister of Water and Environment in Jamaica, overseeing national development.
- The National Water Commission is upgrading water infrastructure to serve the island of Jamaica.
- The National Water Commission (NWC) supplies water to Santa Cruz, operating within Jamaica under the representation of Minister Matthew Samuda.
- Ian Hayles challenges the government's water project allocation policy in Jamaica.
- Hunter led the National Water Commission for 11 years and served as CEO of the National Works Agency for 14 years.
- The National Water Commission is involved in a water project in Santa Cruz, where Jess addressed the groundbreaking ceremony and Delroy Chuck made a declaration in the legislative body.
- An audit report detailing the National Water Commission's performance was tabled in the House of Representatives and accepted by the government.