Higher water bills loom as Manila Water, Maynilad hike rates in 2026

Water consumers are set to face higher monthly bills starting January 2026, as the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) implements the next tranche of rate adjustments approved under the 2022 rate rebasing, a top official said. In a briefing on Monday, MWSS said Manila Water customers under regular rates consuming 10 cubic meters or