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News

Tourism, tragedy and the climate warning we’re ignoring 

Features
How government preparedness, water actions and public awareness can save lives and sustain tourism amid climate challenges in Pakistan.

IWMI and CGIAR continue commitment to enhance water and climate planning in Pakistan

News
CGIAR Science Programs on Policy Innovations and on Climate Action were launched in Pakistan, introducing three digital platforms to aid smarter decision-making for efficient water use and climate resilience.

Pakistan looks beyond drought with innovation turning crisis into hope

Features
Smarter water use and inclusive planning are critical as the country finds new ways to manage water and protect vulnerable communities.

Blogs

Nepal pilots smart tools to transform its irrigation water management 

The Babai irrigation project in western Nepal is using real-time data and soil sensors to address irrigation inequality and enhance farm productivity, while offering a scalable model for an evidence-based irrigation system across the country.

IWMI’s new Wiqaya project aims to build transboundary resilience to sand and dust storms 

On this International Day of Combating Sand and Dust Storms, IWMI is shedding light on its new Wiqaya project that is bringing together governments, communities and partners to deliver practical, resilient nature-based water solutions to tackle sand and dust storms in Southern Iraq and the region.

How Bangladesh can gain from managing floodwater

Floodwater management offers a promising opportunity for Bangladesh's agriculture to tackle water scarcity, mitigate flooding and promote sustainable development.

Media releases

IWMI welcomes Henk Ovink as new Board Chair 

Doulaye Kone, Cristina Rumbaitis del Rio and Debra Tan will join the Board as IWMI takes forward its Strategy 2024-2030 for research and innovation.

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.

IWMI to host Secretariat of the Global Commission on the Economics of Water

International research and innovation institute will facilitate next stage of the Global Commission, as it shares its recommendations for action.

In the media

European Union and IWMI mark successful conclusion of REACH-STR project

The project developed evidence-based solutions to help vulnerable communities in northern Ghana better withstand the impact of climate change.

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.

Digital tools launched to improve water, climate planning

IWMI launched three new digital platforms to help Pakistan better manage its water, food and energy resources amid serious climate challenges.

Videos

Soil testing for plant nutrient management

Videos
This video shows farmers how to take soil samples for testing. It was produced by the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) in partnership with Sri Lanka’s Department of Agriculture and the World Vegetable Center under the CGIAR Better Diets and Nutrition Program.

Integrated rice-fish culture improves food security for farmers in Lao PDR

Videos
In Lao PDR's Sanamxay district, the International Water Management Institute (IWMI), through the CGIAR Initiative on Agroecology, is helping farmers adopt integrated rice-fish farming to enhance food security and nutrition in their communities.

How digital solutions help farmers prepare for new climate realities

Videos
IWMI Deputy Director-General Rachel McDonnell discusses how climate information systems deliver vital weather and crop insights to farmers in the Devex Decoding Food Systems series.
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