A Major National CelebrationOn March 23, 2025, Mali commemorated the 33rd edition of World Water Day at the Bamako International Conference Center (CICB). Aligned with the global theme of glacier preservation, this edition highlighted two critical national concerns: “The Effects of Glacier Melting on the Water Cycle in…

In a resolutely civic and environmentally conscious momentum, the Network of Young Water and Sanitation Professionals of the Democratic Republic of Congo (RJPEA-RDC) spearheaded a large-scale cleanup operation along the shores of Lake Kivu in Bukavu. This initiative is part of the “#Lake Kivu Clean Up” project, a…

From July 21 to 24, 2025, Lilongwe, the capital city of Malawi, will host the 95th edition of the Strategic and Technical Council (STC) meeting of the African Water and Sanitation Association (AfWASA). Organized under the auspices of the Lilongwe Water Board (LWB), this edition—held under the theme…

As part of its mission to enhance knowledge and build capacity, the African Water and Sanitation Association (AfWASA) is organizing the 3rd edition of its Maji Africa webinar series on July 16, 2025. The event aims to provide a platform for expression and visibility for researchers, young professionals…

The historic city of Grand-Bassam, Côte d'Ivoire is currently hosting a major regional training focused on the climate–sanitation nexus. Since Tuesday, this strategic initiative has brought together around thirty experts and trainers from ten African countries. Co-organized by the African Water and Sanitation Association (AfWASA) and the Global…

AfWASA is pleased to inform you that the deadline for submitting applications for research grants for young professionals in the water, hygiene and sanitation (WASH) sector has been extended to July 15.As part of its Capacity-Building Program for African stakeholders in the water, sanitation, and hygiene sector, the…