Drought

At this year’s Ramsar Convention, IWMI and the Global Commission on the Economics of Water will champion wetlands as essential

IWMI used its water accounting approach to identify measures to revitalize the Amibara Irrigation Scheme — with a potential to

Supported by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), the SoLAR project will build on proven models approaches to

To ensure a safe and sufficient water supply for all, water quality issues must be addressed globally.

The Babai irrigation project in western Nepal is using real-time data and soil sensors to address irrigation inequality and enhance

On this International Day of Combating Sand and Dust Storms, IWMI is shedding light on its new Wiqaya project that

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

SukhaRakshak AI, the drought protector, is to transform the realities of millions of farmers and their communities.

A team of researchers from IWMI and IFPRI are exploring hydro-economic modeling and trade-offs in the agricultural sector to achieve

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

Dynamic downscaling reveals potential future climate change impacts across the country.

With Balochistan’s groundwater levels declining and aquifers under stress, stakeholders advocate clean energy to lower farming costs and safeguard resilience

Water solutions must be built not just for people, but with them. When co-design is understood not just as a

This video shows farmers how to take soil samples for testing. It was produced by the International Water Management Institute

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

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

IWMI researchers created a groundwater game that uses Generative AI to allow players to understand the complexities of decision-making for

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

CGIAR Science Programs on Policy Innovations and on Climate Action were launched in Pakistan, introducing three digital platforms to aid

Small solar pumps help individual farmers, but larger systems that serve collective fields could drive uptake and lift rural incomes

IWMI and partners are supporting the Government of Jordan to localize early warning systems, collaborative planning, impact-based forecasting and inclusive

The recent launch of the CGIAR Climate Action Program in the Indian states of Odisha and Tamil Nadu marks a

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

This blog sheds light on how this impact assessment methodology generates key insights, enhances understanding and shapes change.

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

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

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

Stakeholders in the Rangun watershed in Nepal’s Mahakali-Karnali River Basin illustrate how a holistic approach across the Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystem Nexus can

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

Five IWMI researchers reflect on their learnings from the Crawford Fund Master Class on Agricultural Research Leadership and Management in

The invisible water behind global trade is an important consideration in global resource management.

Differentiating types of water is essential to understanding water systems and reuse.

The Barahathawa Municipality in southern Nepal shows how local leadership and multi-stakeholder collaboration can address complex and interconnected challenges in

Agriculture is the biggest user and polluter of water, but it is largely missing from agroecology.

IWMI launched a geo-tagging project to manage water stress in the face of climate and infrastructure challenges.

IWMI launches the early warning, early action, early finance platform to pre-empt disaster in Sri Lanka.

In Lao PDR's Sanamxay district, the International Water Management Institute (IWMI), through the CGIAR Initiative on Agroecology, is helping farmers

Water plays a critical role in the African Union’s vision of a global economic power. On this Africa Day, IWMI

During the recent Central Asian Climate Change Conference, stakeholders committed to regional collaboration and accelerating adaption strategies in Central Asia.

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

AI is powerful, but when it comes to managing water resources, accuracy isn’t optional—it’s essential. In this podcast by H2Know,

IWMI Deputy Director-General Rachel McDonnell discusses how climate information systems deliver vital weather and crop insights to farmers in the

Roundup of research, journal and other academic articles from March and April 2025.

National stakeholders committed to scaling climate adaptation and resilience at the launch of the CGIAR Climate Action Program at IWMI’s

CGIAR climate action plan in India's Tamil Nadu to boost drought and flood resilience.

IWMI launches a new climate action program in Odisha to address extreme weather threats and enhance rural resilience.

As part of the CGIAR Better Diets and Nutrition Program, IWMI has partnered with the Department of Agriculture, Sri Lanka

After migrating three times, Senya started an irrigation-based vegetable farming business; today, she is a role model for young people

Farmers in Chakwal are increasingly adopting innovative solutions such as soil moisture sensors that allow them to manage water resources

In the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), water is often a casualty of political instability, with access disrupted by