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Thilina Prabhath

Thilina Prabhath is a software developer with over 5 years of experience harnessing geospatial data and technologies to solve complex problems and enhance the...

IWMI and Egypt’s Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation sign MoU to advance climate resilience in the water sector

The collaboration will strengthen cooperation under the Action on Water Adaptation and Resilience (AWARe) Initiative.

IWMI’s Water Copilot

IWMI’s Water Copilot: AI-Powered Water Management for the Limpopo River Basin

Coordinated investment in irrigation is key to Kenya’s future

Climate-smart, inclusive irrigation solutions empower Kenya’s farmers.

Water buffalo sustain rural life with milk, manure and muscle 

On Working Animal Day, IWMI pays tribute to the vital role of the water buffalo in rural economies, from the Nile to the Euphrates.

IWMI pilots index-based flood insurance in Zambia 

This groundbreaking approach to insurance can help farmers receive payments faster after disasters and become more climate resilient.

Young researchers develop leadership skills to create lasting impact

Five IWMI researchers reflect on their learnings from the Crawford Fund Master Class on Agricultural Research Leadership and Management in Malaysia – and how they can use their newly acquired skills to advance IWMI’s vision of a water-secure world.

ReSAKSS 2025

ReSAKSS 2025: CAADP Data Systems Strengthening to Support High Technical Quality in the Comprehensive African Agricultural Development Program Biennial Review

IWMI advances water systems transformation for Africa’s Agenda 2063 

Water plays a critical role in the African Union’s vision of a global economic power. On this Africa Day, IWMI reflects on its contribution to the continent’s sustainable development, food security and climate resilience.

IWMI signs agreements with key partners in West Africa to advance regional water security  

Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with ECOWAS and Sierra Leone’s water agency signal regional commitment to science-driven water governance.