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Preserving Africa’s glaciers is protecting our future 

Africa’s glaciers hold the future of water for millions and we must act this World Water Day before they vanish.

Partner collaboration on water resilience tool set to bridge science-to-policy interface

The Water Resilience Tracker will assist governments in Brazil, Egypt, Malawi and Nepal to strengthen national water governance and build climate resilience.

Challenges to and opportunities for women’s empowerment in building climate resilient communities in rural Ghana

Supporting women farmers and micro-entrepreneurs in Northwestern Ghana diversifies income sources and enhances their economic resilience.

New Scaling Hub to drive agricultural solutions for Africa

IWMI’s Inga Jacobs-Mata commented on the launch of the Scaling for Impact Hub in Nairobi, aimed at transforming agriculture in East and Southern Africa.

Elizabeth Wamba

Elizabeth Wamba is the Regional Communications and Knowledge Management Expert for East Africa.

Gendered climate vulnerability hotspot mapping for inclusive action in Ghana  

This tool will contribute to informed decision making which addresses the specific needs of diverse social groups. 

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

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

Social transformation in upper Wa West region, Ghana

IWMI-led social transformation analysis is helping to formulate and implement interventions to create resilient communities.

The impact of climate change on socioeconomic activities in upper Wa West region, Ghana

IWMI research looks at the effects of the changing climate on smallholder farming and identifies coping strategies to support resilience.

IWMI supports climate-smart agriculture in Ethiopia

Solar-powered irrigation is contributing to improved food security and incomes for farmers in the Oromia and Central Ethiopia regions.