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News

January-February 2025 Research Journal Roundup 

Publications
Roundup of research, journal and other academic articles from January and February 2025.

CGIAR Science Week 2025 begins in Kenya

News
The event brings together leading voices in food, land and water systems research.

IWMI signs MoU with Department of Water Resources of Lao PDR to enhance water resource management

News
The agreement will enhance research cooperation, water security and sustainable water resources management in the country and the region.

Blogs

Malawi leaders drive action on water resilience priorities  

Key government stakeholders unite with water security experts to drive tangible progress toward a water-secure future.

How IWMI taught me to turn data into impact

From Kokuvil in northern Sri Lanka to cutting-edge geographic information systems, Piriyanka Sivananthan shares her learning journey into geospatial science as an intern at IWMI.

Climate finance can unlock the full potential of circular bioeconomy  

An IWMI report explores how climate finance mechanisms can be leveraged to promote circular economy and sustainability.

Media releases

IWMI to host Secretariat of the Global Commission on the Economics of Water

International research and innovation institute will facilitate next stage of the Global Commission, as it shares its recommendations for action.

CGIAR launches Drought Action Catalyst to strengthen global resilience 

New platform focuses on connecting communities with scalable solutions to build resilience and manage drought risks.

IWMI’s new strategy shows the way forward for collective action on water security

Strategy 2024–2030 sets course for the next stage of the organization’s research and innovation journey.

In the media

Protecting glaciers for water resilience

The Himalayan glaciers are melting and we need to slow this crisis to protect future generations.

Africa’s leaders must protect water towers

As water degrade, the ripple effects are felt across borders, exacerbating droughts, water scarcity and food insecurity. What can we do about this?

On the edge: Africa’s water towers at risk—A call for collective action

Africa's high-altitude ecosystems that provide essential water resources for millions are at risk and we need collective action.

Videos

The Legend of the River God

Videos
On World Water Day 2025, IWMI presents The Legend of the River God of Mankran, a powerful tale from Ghana that blends folklore with urgent environmental lessons.

Looking back, moving forward

Videos
As IWMI celebrates four decades of research and innovation, former director generals and board chairs share their reflections, learnings, and favorite memories.

Water scarcity and its effects on socio economic activities in the upper west region, Ghana

Videos
IWMI research is generating evidence to support decision making on improving access to water for all social groups.
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