Events

5th International Conference on African Rivers

5th International Conference on African Rivers

July 6, 2026 - July 11, 2026    
8:30 am - 5:30 pm
The conference will provide a detailed understanding of climates, hydrological regimes and their spatial and temporal variability under the theme Research Development and Innovation.
Wiqaya Webinar: Water and Land Action for Sand and Dust Storms Mitigation in West Asia

Wiqaya Webinar: Water and Land Action for Sand and Dust Storms Mitigation in West Asia

July 9, 2026    
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
This webinar is convened in observance of the International Day of Combating Sand and Dust Storms, which are a growing transboundary hazard across West Asia.
International Day of Combatting Sand and Dust Storms 2026

International Day of Combatting Sand and Dust Storms 2026

July 12, 2026    
All Day
Sand and dust storms (SDS) present a wide-spread challenge to achieving sustainable development in its economic, social and environmental dimensions.
Earth Overshoot Day

Earth Overshoot Day

July 24, 2026    
All Day
Earth Overshoot Day marks the date when humanity’s demand for ecological resources and services in a given year exceeds what Earth can regenerate in that year.
Africa water & sanitation systems leadership symposium 2026

Africa water & sanitation systems leadership symposium 2026

August 17, 2026 - August 21, 2026    
8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Accelerating Water and Sanitation Transformation for Sustainable Impact will mobilize leadership at political, fiscal, financial and technical levels.
COP17 UNCCD

COP17 UNCCD

August 17, 2026 - August 28, 2026    
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
COP17, set during the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists (IYRP), will build on efforts to promote the sustainable management, restoration and conservation of rangelands.
World Humanitarian Day

World Humanitarian Day

August 19, 2026    
All Day
World Humanitarian Day is a time to honor those who step into crises to help others, and to stand with the millions of people whose lives hang in the balance.
World Water Week 2026

World Water Week 2026

August 23, 2026 - August 27, 2026    
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The 2026 World Water Week will center water for people and progress.
Africa Food Systems Forum 2026

Africa Food Systems Forum 2026

August 31, 2026 - September 4, 2026    
8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Africa Food Systems Forum is the world's premier forum for African agriculture and food systems, bringing together stakeholders to take practical actions and share lessons that will move African food systems forward.
South African Hydrological Conference (SAHS) 2026

South African Hydrological Conference (SAHS) 2026

September 1, 2026 - September 4, 2026    
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The South African Hydrological Society (SAHS) is a volunteer-led professional association dedicated to advancing hydrological science and practice in South Africa.
81st session of the UN General assembly (UNGA 81)

81st session of the UN General assembly (UNGA 81)

September 8, 2026 - September 22, 2026    
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
At the 81st Session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 81) Opening and General Debate, the UN General Assembly will gather government officials to discuss world issues including climate change and sustainable development.
United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation

United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation

September 12, 2026    
All Day
The United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation spotlights partnerships that provide real-world, locally grounded solutions that complement traditional development aid.
2026 UN Biodiversity Conference (COP 17)

2026 UN Biodiversity Conference (COP 17)

October 19, 2026 - October 30, 2026    
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The 2026 United Nations Biodiversity Conference (COP17) will review the collective progress of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Frameworks, seeking to halt biodiversity loss by 2030.
COP31 UNFCCC

COP31 UNFCCC

November 9, 2026 - November 20, 2026    
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
COP 31 will build off of the last United Nations Climate Conference (COP30) towards a spirit of unity and shared purpose in the global response to the threat of climate change.
United Nations Water Conference 2026

United Nations Water Conference 2026

December 8, 2026 - December 10, 2026    
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The UN Water Conference will be co-hosted by Senegal and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will support the implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 6 and help build a water-secure future for all.
11th World Water Forum

11th World Water Forum

May 1, 2027 - May 31, 2027    
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The World Water Forum is the largest international gathering in the water sector involving various stakeholders, co-organized by the World Water Council and a host city. The forum brings together participants from all levels and fields, including politics, multilateral institutions, academia, civil society and the private sector, among others.