Günter Lemperts, a leading water engineer in Namibia, will retire at the end of April after nearly 40 years of service. He influenced water infrastructure design and mentored future engineers. Although retiring, he will serve as a consultant for Aquarius Consult.
Günter Lemperts, Namibia’s esteemed water engineer, will retire at the end of April after nearly 40 years dedicated to addressing the nation’s urgent water challenges. He significantly contributed to designing infrastructure for providing potable water to communities throughout Namibia.
Professional Engineer Thomas Seifart, Dr. Lempert’s protegé and successor, expressed gratitude for his contributions, stating, “While Günter will be sorely missed, he has more than earned some time off to enjoy his retirement… with his unwavering ‘I Can’ attitude.”
Seifart remarked about the mixed emotions surrounding Dr. Lempert’s announcement of retirement from Aquarius Consult at the end of April 2025, noting his 35 years of service in water and wastewater treatment. He highlighted that Dr. Lempert was known for taking on all tasks, regardless of complexity or urgency, often working on Sundays to meet deadlines.
Dr. Lempert has also been instrumental in mentoring the next generation of process engineers in Namibia. His unwavering commitment to sharing knowledge has made a significant impact on the engineering community.
Although officially retiring, Dr. Lempert will continue to lend his expertise to Aquarius Consult as a consultant, advising on complex projects as needed. Seifart concluded by thanking him for his exemplary service and wishing him the best in this new chapter of his life.
In summary, Günter Lemperts is retiring after nearly 40 years of significant contributions to Namibia’s water engineering sector. His legacy includes the design of crucial water infrastructure and the mentorship of future engineers. While he will officially retire, he will remain involved as a consultant, ensuring that his expertise continues to influence the industry.
Original Source: economist.com.na