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Landscape rehabilitation outreach in Halaba, Ethiopia

IWMI and partners demonstrate the power of community-driven land restoration in fostering awareness and encouraging initiative.

A roadmap to normalizing and formalizing nature-based solutions in the Middle East and North Africa 

Despite their growing popularity in policy and development circles, scaling nature-based solutions faces significant obstacles.

IWMI is cultivating a new generation of water experts

IWMI has expanded DIWASA's scope to emphasize capacity building, stakeholder collaboration, and mentorship.

Citizen science programs for effective watershed management in Ethiopia

IWMI's citizen science program goes beyond data collection and involves community-based mapping of watershed characteristics.

From remote sensing to the field

IWMI researchers are using machine learning to map irrigated areas in the Limpopo River Basin.

Gender-based violence prevention as a climate adaptation imperative 

IWMI aims to address entrenched social and gender norms that limit women’s agency while promoting education and leadership in the MENA region.

The environmental fallout of illegal mining in Southern Ghana

The environmental toll of illegal mining is undeniable, but forward-thinking initiatives are forging a path to recovery.

Land degradation in Ethiopia calls for community-led soil interventions 

IWMI and partners collaborated with farmers across the country to develop accessible solutions to combat soil quality issues.

Collective action for healthy rivers

IWMI and partners cleaned up rivers and raised awareness on the vital importance of river ecosystems.

Transboundary collaboration on the Limpopo

Africa’s first prototype digital twin comes home to the Limpopo River Basin.

Climate finance for resilience is a necessity to counter the ongoing drought in Zambia

Estimates of losses in the agriculture and food sector and disease burdens underscore the need for strong policy frameworks, monitoring and management tools.

Stories of gender and social inclusion 

IWMI's work under Accelerating Impacts of CGIAR Climate Research for Africa aims to build climate-resilient livelihoods.

Severe summer weather ruins crops in Asia and Africa causing vegetable prices to skyrocket

Discover how IWMI researchers are using climate-smart agriculture to combat low crop yields in the Global South.

IWMI is working with governments to build water resilience at COP29 

IWMI women researchers are leading the way on actionable policy recommendations and implementation for water resource management.

IWMI is helping to address gaps in Africa’s water data

A collaborative, stakeholder-driven approach is enhancing capacity and tailoring solutions to local needs.

Data on continental-scale river discharge are crucial to address water demand

IWMI researchers assess the data gap, existing methods and technologies for river discharge estimation in Africa.

Partnerships the main driver at Cairo Water Week 2024

IWMI achieved a number of important milestones and showcased innovations for sustainable water management.

Water and conflict

Episode one of the Water and Conflict Podcast with CGIAR looks at water systems as a critical area affected by conflict and human displacement.

Water challenges in Adamawa State

Episode two of the Water and Conflict Podcast with CGIAR explores water challenges and the impact of the photovoice project.

The path to water security in Adamawa State

Episode three of The Water and Conflict podcast asks what needs to be done to advance resilience in communities of the internally displaced.

Misinformation deepens the impact of conflict and floods in Sudan

Misinformation is fueling confusion, delaying aid and putting more lives at risk as false narratives distort the true scale of the crisis.

Mind the gap

IWMI’s research shows that implementing interventions that promote inclusivity leads to long-term sustainability in landscape management.

Water at the forefront of One Health in Ethiopia

Ethiopia's Water Champions are helping to drive discussions on the complex interplay between water and health, including at the national level.

Women’s collectives as champions of climate-smart agriculture and water resilience

Collective action among women is found to enhance water efficiency, promote conservation and ensure equitable access to water.

Minister lauds collaboration with IWMI

IWMI's work in Northern Ghana helps planners and decision-makers to develop interventions that encouraged positive societal transformation.

Integrated agricultural water management is a game changer in mixed farming systems

In Ghana and Mali, IWMI promotes agricultural water management practices through scaling partnerships and demand-driven research.

How can acting before crises reduce impacts on the most vulnerable?

In this episode of Global Dispatches, we look at Anticipatory Action (AA) as a transformative approach in fragile and conflict-affected settings. 

How can we responsibly scale innovations in fragile settings?  

Listen to the latest episode of Global Dispatches to find out how IWMI and partners help vulnerable communities escape cycles of fragility.

Zambia’s thirst for solutions in the face of drought

Unified action for preparedness and response can help communities to build resilience

July-August 2024 Research Journal Roundup

Roundup of research, journal and other academic articles from July and August 2024.

Global Dispatches podcast to explore water security in fragile situations

Tune in to Global Dispatches' "From Fragility to Stability with CGIAR."

IWMI appoints Olufunke Cofie as Africa Director for Research Impact

New role will oversee research-for-development capabilities across Africa.

Public-Private Partnerships are making solar-powered irrigation accessible to smallholder farmers

IWMI’s research suggests that the technology promotes sustainable farming practices and increases local food production.