{"id":822316,"date":"2025-04-29T10:49:43","date_gmt":"2025-04-29T08:49:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/?p=822316"},"modified":"2025-04-29T10:49:48","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T08:49:48","slug":"how-a-smart-metering-breakthrough-in-botswana-could-shape-africas-water-future","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/industry-news\/822316\/how-a-smart-metering-breakthrough-in-botswana-could-shape-africas-water-future\/","title":{"rendered":"How a smart metering breakthrough in Botswana could shape Africa\u2019s water future"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In the face of increasing water scarcity and ageing infrastructure, Botswana has taken a bold step forward, marking a significant milestone in sustainable water management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the heart of this transformation is a powerful partnership between Conlog and Allgreen Holdings, brought to life through the deployment of Conlog\u2019s iDM.Hydra water demand management system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/conlog.com\/?utm_source=BusinessTech&amp;utm_medium=Sponsored+Article&amp;utm_term=April+2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here to learn more about Conlog.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This collaboration is both a business relationship and a shared mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As Conlog\u2019s exclusive distribution partner for water solutions in Botswana, Allgreen Holdings plays a pivotal role in not only delivering the technology, but driving its successful implementation and long-term impact across the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/476007509_122139666968458432_5028817333731758423_n.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/476007509_122139666968458432_5028817333731758423_n-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-822326\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/476007509_122139666968458432_5028817333731758423_n-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/476007509_122139666968458432_5028817333731758423_n-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/476007509_122139666968458432_5028817333731758423_n-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/476007509_122139666968458432_5028817333731758423_n.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The partnership began when the Water Utilities Corporation (WUC) of Botswana issued a tender for smart prepayment water meters featuring ultrasonic flowmeters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With local expertise and a deep understanding of Botswana\u2019s utility needs, Allgreen Holdings approached Conlog for their Smart Water Management solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The result was a seamless integration of Conlog\u2019s iDM.Hydra with Diehl Metering\u2019s Hydrus ultrasonic meter; a combination specifically created to address Botswana\u2019s most pressing water challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The deployment of 11,680 iDM.Hydra units in Mogoditshane has already proven the efficacy of this solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475998938_122139667052458432_6132198066348339855_n.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475998938_122139667052458432_6132198066348339855_n-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-822327\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475998938_122139667052458432_6132198066348339855_n-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475998938_122139667052458432_6132198066348339855_n-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475998938_122139667052458432_6132198066348339855_n-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475998938_122139667052458432_6132198066348339855_n.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>These smart meters enable real-time monitoring, consumption control, and improved service delivery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For residents, this translates into accurate billing, reduced water loss, and the power to manage water usage through an easy-to-use prepaid vending platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For utilities, it brings improved revenue collection, early leak detection, and a significant reduction in non-revenue water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The iDM.Hydra\u2019s STS-compliant valve and Diehl\u2019s Hydrus ultrasonic meter works in tandem to deliver precise consumption data free from the noise of air or impurities that often distort readings in traditional meters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475997913_122139667010458432_7455263975683275696_n.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475997913_122139667010458432_7455263975683275696_n-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-822328\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475997913_122139667010458432_7455263975683275696_n-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475997913_122139667010458432_7455263975683275696_n-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475997913_122139667010458432_7455263975683275696_n-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475997913_122139667010458432_7455263975683275696_n.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a smart system designed for demanding environments, offering reliable performance where mechanical meters typically fall short.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ultrasonic technology ensures measurements remain accurate regardless of water quality, while the integrated leak detection and tamper alerts drive efficiency and transparency throughout the water supply chain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But while the technology is groundbreaking, it\u2019s the local enablement that makes this deployment exceptional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475993883_122139659426458432_5477978147662568908_n.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475993883_122139659426458432_5477978147662568908_n-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-822324\" style=\"width:1200px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475993883_122139659426458432_5477978147662568908_n-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475993883_122139659426458432_5477978147662568908_n-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475993883_122139659426458432_5477978147662568908_n.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Founded in 2009, Allgreen Holdings is a 100% Botswana-owned company specialising in sustainable, smart metering solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their unique value lies in their deep-rooted commitment to delivering eco-friendly innovations tailored to the needs of both public and private sectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the on-the-ground force behind installation, commissioning, and first-line support, Allgreen Holdings is the critical bridge between advanced technology and everyday impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475994645_122139659528458432_93530147724809940_n.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475994645_122139659528458432_93530147724809940_n-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-822325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475994645_122139659528458432_93530147724809940_n-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475994645_122139659528458432_93530147724809940_n-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475994645_122139659528458432_93530147724809940_n-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475994645_122139659528458432_93530147724809940_n.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>From managing the Meter Operations Centre and vending system to engaging directly with communities, their role is both technical and transformational.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The initial success in Mogoditshane is just the beginning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Further rollouts are planned in surrounding regions including Mmopane, Metsimotlhabe, Gabane, Kumakwane, Mmokolodi, and Tloaneng; areas identified by WUC as priority zones due to rising urbanisation and infrastructure strain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The iDM.Hydra deployment is more than a utility upgrade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475984629_122139659798458432_1760512486651836867_n.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475984629_122139659798458432_1760512486651836867_n-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-822323\" style=\"width:1200px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475984629_122139659798458432_1760512486651836867_n-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475984629_122139659798458432_1760512486651836867_n-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475984629_122139659798458432_1760512486651836867_n.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a model that emphasises how technology and local partnerships can co-create meaningful change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Residents now have access to reliable, transparent water services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Utilities benefit from operational efficiency, accurate data, and improved revenue assurance; moving Botswana one step closer to a sustainable, water-secure future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Conlog, this initiative is a vital part of a larger mission to expand impactful utility solutions across the SADC region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475983515_122139666908458432_3048908176033240276_n.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475983515_122139666908458432_3048908176033240276_n-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-822322\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475983515_122139666908458432_3048908176033240276_n-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475983515_122139666908458432_3048908176033240276_n-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475983515_122139666908458432_3048908176033240276_n-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/475983515_122139666908458432_3048908176033240276_n.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Guided by its impact strategy \u2013 \u201cenriching lives by connecting people with the resources they need to thrive\u201d \u2013 Conlog views the Botswana project as a scalable 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