Videos
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.
In the media
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?
In the media
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.
Blogs
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.
News
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.
Blogs
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.
Blogs
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.
In the media
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.
Blogs
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.