Drought

The draft national guidelines for irrigation water tariffs are a key step towards operationalizing Kenya’s National Irrigation Sector Investment Plan.

Meet the community members across southern Africa helping to monitor the health of their rivers with simple, low-cost tools and

Learn how to make an Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD) tube, which is a climate-smart solution for sustainable rice intensification.

IWMI’s Santosh Nepal spoke to República about the Bhotekoshi floods, urging authorities that future infrastructure cannot be designed only around

A community-managed water system in Palestine is enabling women farmers to advocate for their water rights.

IWMI's Olufunke Cofie reflects how for millions of farmers, late rainfall, a failed rainy season or devastating flood can determine

An owner of Wadi Al-Seer’s prized fig orchards shares how canal rehabilitation restored 30% of lost water and benefited 15,000

The Water Availability and Demand tool developed by the National Irrigation Authority, IWMI and FAO to support irrigation planning, water

At UNCCD COP17, IWMI presented a strategy for a financing framework to shift drought finance from crisis response to resilient

A rehabilitated canal increased farmer income by 30%, cut water loss to near zero and powers a self-sustaining irrigation cooperative.

Land and water are intrinsically linked. Restoring landscapes means understanding how water moves, where it is stored and how availability

Experts identify key priorities for scaling solar irrigation in Nigeria, helping farmers extend production into the dry season.

Last in a three-part series, IWMI researchers reconcile divergent approaches to contemporary wetland governance.

Second in a three-part series, IWMI’s Chaturangi Wickramaratne argues that “rights of nature” offers the strongest foundation for wetland governance.

Over the past five years, India’s agricultural solar program, PM-KUSUM, has installed over 2.5 million solar pumps, making them affordable

Ahead of Stockholm World Water Week, leading water scientist Roberto Lenton argues that a global institutional architecture for water is

First in a three-part series on wetland governance, IWMI’s Matthew McCartney argues for human rights over emerging “rights of nature”

Innovative finance, partnerships and farmer support will determine Ethiopia and Nigeria's solar irrigation future.

How fiscal reform of agricultural subsidies and tariffs can finance land restoration.

Lessons from Jordan’s refugee and host communities outline the enabling conditions that should shape the design and scaling of lasting

Selected finalists will have the opportunity to pitch their innovations at the World Circular Economy Forum 2026 in India.

A modest zonal nursery is helping restore landscapes and livelihoods while inspiring environmental stewards in Ethiopia's Halaba community.

IWMI researchers develop a site selection approach for Jordan where climate hazards, social conditions and governance needs align.

A GIS-powered decision support tool helps livelihood officials in India target livestock investments where they can have the greatest impact.

IWMI researchers translate responsible scaling principles into practice by embedding inclusive innovation pathways in food systems.

The final blog in this series explores how AI was used to capture deeper community feedback in India and how

IWMI's Muluken Elias Adamseged shares how Africa’s true irrigation potential will be unlocked by an innovative and coherent investment framework

The second blog in this three-part series explores the motivations of community volunteers in India and the challenges they face.

In conversation with IWMI, Sabina Shonhiwa says reliable access to water could transform her community far beyond agricultural gains alone.

The first blog in this three-part series explores why lived experience should be at the heart of designing and improving

Countries can make progress on SDG 6 by integrating groundwater into water planning, policy and investment.

How a gender-transformative methodology applied in Malawi evolved into a research tool for inclusive innovation adoption and responsible scaling.

A short film exploring flood risks through expert insights and guidance on preparing for extreme weather events.

The Water Governance Accelerator supports countries in meeting international commitments through evidence-based solutions grounded in IWMI's scientific expertise.

IWMI estimates targeted irrigation investments around a recovering Lake Chad, could feed over 12 million people and unlock billions in

IWMI's Sanju Koirala explains why connectivity alone is not enough for digital agriculture to succeed.

AI-enabled irrigation systems are reducing water use on farms by as much as 55% in West and Central Africa.

The IRRILINE advisory service, co-created by IWMI and Farmerline, is live in Ghana and starts just by dialling 399.

Bangladesh is racing to expand renewable energy, but one question continues to challenge policymakers: where will all the new solar

How FCDO and IWMI are turning pilots into investment opportunities with international financial institutions in fragile contexts.

Climate-smart kitchen gardens are an avenue for women and youth to improve food security and conserve water in Pakistan.

The reliability of modern climate predictions presents a window of opportunity in which to act to prevent the worst impacts

In South Africa, strong community and municipal collaboration keeps water services reliable beyond construction and opening ceremonies.

Water scarcity in Bangladesh's Barind shows that the real challenge lies not only in conserving water, but also in governing

Community-led restoration shows landscape recovery starts with local ownership.

IWMI’s Giriraj Amarnath explains how early guidance for farmers can turn a looming dry spell from a potential disaster into

The rehabilitation covered 650 metres of the canal under Al Murunah, a project funded by the UK's Foreign Commonwealth and

A regional assessment maps how five Central Asian countries are impacted by droughts and how they can collaborate on mitigation.

Roundup of research, journal and other academic articles from May and June 2026.

Henk Ovink, Chair of IWMI’s Board of Governors shares that the water cycle can be a catalyst for local-to-global cooperation,