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Global Water Partnership Southern Africa Global Water Partnership's mission is to advance governance and management of water resources for sustainable and equitable development.

The Botswana Country Water Partnership (GWP Botswana) is a national multi-stakeholder platform promoting sustainable wat...
08/10/2026

The Botswana Country Water Partnership (GWP Botswana) is a national multi-stakeholder platform promoting sustainable water resources management through Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM). Through collaboration, knowledge sharing and coordinated action, it advances water security, environmental sustainability and socio-economic development.

One of its key initiatives is the Jwaneng Wastewater Reclamation Project, implemented with the Department of Water and Sanitation and supported by EU funding and GWPSA co-financing.

The project will turn treated wastewater into a resource for climate-smart agriculture, green jobs and ecosystem restoration. By 2029, it aims to create 150–200 jobs, produce approximately 150 tonnes of fresh produce annually and reduce farmers’ irrigation costs by 50–70%.

GWP Botswana is engaging additional partners and co-financiers to help scale up this initiative and unlock its potential for communities and the environment. Interested in becoming a partner of the Botswana Country Water Partnership apply https://gwpo-gwp.org/partners/apply-now/

Together, we can turn wastewater into opportunity!

Strong transboundary, water governance requires more than water institutions, it requires diverse expertise at the table...
07/10/2026

Strong transboundary, water governance requires more than water institutions, it requires diverse expertise at the table.

From 3 to 5 October 2026 in Lubango, Angola, stakeholders from water, legal, finance, infrastructure, environmental, biodiversity and social sectors came together for a targeted training on transboundary water governance under the CUVKUN Project.

The three-day training strengthened practical skills in international and regional water law, institutional coordination, negotiation, data and information sharing, and inclusive governance.

The training helped build a stronger national community of practice and laid the foundations for more coordinated, inclusive and climate-resilient management of shared water resources.

Funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF), implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) as the GEF Implementing Agency, and executed by the Global Water Partnership Southern Africa (GWPSA), the CUVKUN Project works closely with the Cuvelai Watercourse Commission (CUVECOM) and the Kunene Permanent Joint Technical Committee (PJTC).

WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BECOME AN ACCREDITED COUNTRY WATER PARTNERSHIP? Accreditation is built on strong foundations. A Cou...
07/10/2026

WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BECOME AN ACCREDITED COUNTRY WATER PARTNERSHIP?

Accreditation is built on strong foundations. A Country Water Partnership must:

1️⃣ Establish a partner agreement

2️⃣ Adopt a compliant governance structure and statutes

3️⃣ Elect a Steering Committee

4️⃣ Develop a constitution

👉 The accreditation process then involves:

1. Submitting the accreditation application

2️. Undergoing a regional review

These steps help ensure that Country Water Partnerships have the governance, systems and strategic foundations needed to contribute effectively to the Global Water Partnership network.

Accreditation is a journey towards stronger partnerships and better water governance.

Visit GWPSA Website here: https://gwpo-gwp.org/southern-africa/about/who-we-are/the-network/the-country-water-partnerships/

WE ARE CELEBRATING OUR ACCREDITED COUNTRY WATER PARTNERSHIPS! Seven CWPs in the GWPSA region have achieved full accredi...
06/10/2026

WE ARE CELEBRATING OUR ACCREDITED COUNTRY WATER PARTNERSHIPS!

Seven CWPs in the GWPSA region have achieved full accreditation!

Congratulations to: , , , , , and .

Accreditation represents a commitment to good governance, inclusive partnerships, accountability and effective water resources management. It is an important milestone but also a launchpad for greater collaboration, visibility and participation across the Global Water Partnership network. This is in line with strategic goal two under the GWP Strategy 2026-2030 which seeks to improve national water governance and transboundary cooperation in the water and water-related sectors to support the achievement of water security for all

To our accredited CWPs, you have set the pace. GWPSA’s impact seen at country or regional level would not be possible without the support of Country Water Partnerships. The status of the CWPs reflects the GWPSA network's progress in strengthening its governance structures, partnerships and institutional foundations needed to advance effective water resources management.

To those still on the journey, your turn can be next.

GWPSA remains committed to providing technical support to Country Water Partnerships working towards accreditation.

Let us build a stronger, more connected network of Country Water Partnerships across Southern Africa, one accreditation at a time.

Are you a local supplier of fisheries, safety-at-sea, cold chain or post-harvest equipment in Mauritius or Rodrigues?The...
29/09/2026

Are you a local supplier of fisheries, safety-at-sea, cold chain or post-harvest equipment in Mauritius or Rodrigues?

The Global Water Partnership Southern Africa (GWPSA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries, is inviting eligible local bidders to participate in a procurement opportunity under the Mauritius and Rodrigues Blue Economy Demonstration Project.

Access the bidding documents and technical specifications through the links below and submit your bid before the deadline.

Deadline: 8 October 2026, at 12:00 MUT.
Bidding documents: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16pKlsPkYqgf39W6owItMyyLYxjYlgbA2/view?usp=sharing

Help Shape the Future of Fisheries Trade in . welcome applications from experts to support a regional initiative aimed...
29/09/2026

Help Shape the Future of Fisheries Trade in .

welcome applications from experts to support a regional initiative aimed at helping African SIDS fully harness the opportunities presented by through stronger fisheries value chains, improved competitiveness, and enhanced regional market integration.

The sector plays a critical role in economic growth, livelihoods, food security, and trade across African island nations. This is an opportunity to contribute your expertise to a project that supports sustainable development, inclusive trade, and blue economy transformation.

📢 Applications are still open until 12 October 2026. See the full Terms of Reference here: Visit: https://gwpo-gwp.org/southern-africa/about/keep-updated/jobs-and-vacancies/

💧 Advance Your Expertise in Water Resources Planning and ModellingJoin a FREE Virtual Short Course on Water Resources Pl...
24/08/2026

💧 Advance Your Expertise in Water Resources Planning and Modelling

Join a FREE Virtual Short Course on Water Resources Planning and Modelling designed to equip professionals with practical tools for sustainable water management, climate resilience, and evidence-based decision-making in the Cuvelai and Kunene Basins.

This practical course will help participants strengthen their capacity to:

Understand principles and practices of water resources planning and management.
Use AI-based techniques and tools to enhance hydrological modelling.
Apply optimisation and decision-support tools, including AI frameworks, for resource allocation.
Integrate AI for predictive modelling, scenario analysis, and risk assessment.
Address uncertainty and create adaptive management strategies for water resources.

📅 English Session (Namibia): 7-10 September 2026

📅 Portuguese Session (Angola): 14-17 September 2026

📍 Virtual | Free of charge
🗓️ Application deadline: 31 August 2026
Apply now: https://ee.kobotoolbox.org/x/E7H3Ptzc

Call for Proposals: Environmental Flows Consultancy for the Incomati & Maputo Watercourses.The Incomati and Maputo Water...
18/08/2026

Call for Proposals: Environmental Flows Consultancy for the Incomati & Maputo Watercourses.

The Incomati and Maputo Watercourse Commission (INMACOM), through the Global Water Partnership Southern Africa (GWPSA), with support from UNDP and the Global Environment Facility (GEF), is seeking qualified consulting firms or consortia to undertake the determination of Environmental Flows (E-Flows) in the transboundary Incomati and Maputo River Basins.

This strategic assignment will support sustainable water allocation, ecosystem protection, climate resilience, and transboundary water governance across Eswatini, Mozambique, and South Africa. We invite applications from multidisciplinary consulting firms with the right expertise to apply before 17 September 2026 (Midnight SAST).

Help shape the future of sustainable water management and environmental protection in Southern Africa by applying for this opportunity here: https://gwpo-gwp.org/southern-africa/about/keep-updated/jobs-and-vacancies/

Today, 17 August, stakeholders gather in Port Louis for the AfriSIDS Mauritius Pilot Demonstration Inception Workshop, u...
17/08/2026

Today, 17 August, stakeholders gather in Port Louis for the AfriSIDS Mauritius Pilot Demonstration Inception Workshop, under the UNDP-GEF Project “Supporting Sustainable Inclusive Blue Economy Transformation in African Small Island Developing States (SIDS).

The workshop aligns national priorities, partnerships and implementation plans to advance the country’s Blue Economy agenda. Setting the tone for action, Dr the Hon. Arvin Boolell, Minister of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries for Mauritius, said: “Let us be practical and pragmatic. This is what government and governance is all about.”

The Mauritius demonstration will focus on sustainable offshore fishing, value addition and improved livelihoods for local artisanal fishing communities turning Blue Economy ambitions into practical benefits for people and nature.

The AfriSIDS project is financed by the Global Environment Facility (GEF), with implementation led by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and executed by Global Water Partnership Southern Africa (GWPSA). The African Union Commission is the continental custodian of the project which is being implemented in Cabo Verde, Comoros, Guinea-Bissau, Mauritius, São Tomé and Príncipe, and Seychelles.

From governance to action, and from policy to people.

É apaixonado pelo desenvolvimento sustentável, pela gestão ambiental e pela Economia Azul? A GWPSA procura um Gestor de ...
11/08/2026

É apaixonado pelo desenvolvimento sustentável, pela gestão ambiental e pela Economia Azul? A GWPSA procura um Gestor de Projetos Nacional experiente para liderar a implementação de um projeto-piloto nacional transformador no âmbito da iniciativa regional "Apoio à Transformação Sustentável e Inclusiva da Economia Azul nos Pequenos Estados Insulares em Desenvolvimento Africanos".

Esta é uma oportunidade única para contribuir para um esforço regional que promove soluções sustentáveis para a Economia Azul, proporcionando simultaneamente benefícios ambientais, sociais e económicos tangíveis para São Tomé e Príncipe.

Requisitos de elegibilidade:

📌 Os candidatos devem ser cidadãos de São Tomé e Príncipe ou ter o direito legal de trabalhar no país.

📌 Os candidatos devem ser residentes em São Tomé e Príncipe.

Para consultar os Termos de Referência completos e os detalhes da candidatura, visite:https://gwpsanpc.bamboohr.com/careers/132

Por favor, partilhem esta informação nas vossas redes de contactos para nos ajudarem a chegar a candidatos qualificados.

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