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The Legend of the River God

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.

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.

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.

Rwandan communities embrace powerful vision to restore critical ecosystems

Community engagement and education drives meaningful change in environmental stewardship for healthier ecosystems and more resilient communities in Rwanda.

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.