South Africa Summit to make water an investment priority
An African summit to improve access to water was held in Cape Town, South Africa, attended by several leaders from
Can Pakistan turn recurring monsoon chaos into long-term water security?
As Pakistan braces for another intense monsoon, the crisis presents both a stark warning and a rare opportunity — underscoring
Explainer: Groundwater
Groundwater is essential for human health, food production and ecosystems. With proper management, it provides a reliable and resilient source
The Frontlines Learning Exchange webinar series sheds light on science in difficult places
FLEX shares critical knowledge on climate resilience from conflict-affected settings and offers a space for learning, collaboration and collective action
Shaping climate action in Ghana: the legacy of the Resilience Against Climate Change project
As the EU-funded Resilience Against Climate Change – Social Transformation Research and Policy Advocacy (REACH-STR) project comes to a close
Communities lead the sustainable management of the Nong Lom wetlands in Lao PDRÂ
IWMI works with members of communities in the Nong Lom wetlands, empowering them to lead the protection, management and development
A blueprint for scalable water and waste solutions emerges in EthiopiaÂ
Ethiopia is laying the groundwork for circular bioeconomy and paving the way for sustainable development.
The Nabataean Codex: an ancient whisper in the age of climate changeÂ
This feature is exploring The Nabataean Agriculture, a 10th-century manuscript on ancient farming wisdom and sustainable practices that resonate with
A digital revolution in action is transforming water management in Africa
Through the Digital Innovations for Water Secure Africa initiative, IWMI and its partners are addressing water challenges across the continent
Research partnerships help build resilience of vulnerable communities and fragile ecosystems in Ethiopia’s Somali Region
IWMI, WFP and other stakeholders are co-designing evidence-based approaches to address climate risks and ecosystem degradation to ensure sustainable water
IWMI and DWFI partner on Cambridge Sustainability Commission on Water for Food FuturesÂ
The new partnership aims to advance innovative approaches and policies to ensure a more secure future for global water and
IWMI and partners tackle water security challenges in Mexico through cutting-edge technology
Mexican water officials and IWMI’s experts explore challenges related to water security in Mexico and work to identify solutions that
What happens when a marginalized village gets water?
In the hills of Sindhupalchowk in Nepal, a newly installed solar lift system carries water uphill to reach the fields
May-June 2025 Research Journal Roundup
Roundup of research, journal and other academic articles from May and June 2025.
How a municipality in Nepal is creating a model for local groundwater governance
The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) is working with the Barahathawa Municipality in the Madhesh Province of Nepal to enhance
Machine learning, earth observation and community insights will enhance flood risk management in KenyaÂ
IWMI is working with stakeholders in Kenya’s Turkana County on an innovative flood detection and forecasting model that will deliver
Can constructed wetlands close the loop on wastewater?
As wetlands disappear, constructed alternatives are stepping in. In this feature story, we look at whether they can keep up.
Women are hit hardest when climate strikes in PakistanÂ
For effective climate action - inclusion, equity and empowerment are essential.
Water: The overlooked link in food systems
If water systems management is not prioritized, efforts to build resilient food systems in Africa will fall short.
When we reimagine our relationship with wetlands both ecosystems and humans benefitÂ
Many indigenous cultures and local communities around the world show us how to live with nature. When we understand the
Taking science to difficult places: field notes from Ethiopia’s Dolo AdoÂ
What it takes to collect data, build trust and deliver innovation in one of the most flood-prone refugee zones in
Anticipating the flood: science, technology and survival in Ethiopia’s Somali RegionÂ
IWMI is working with the World Food Programme and other stakeholders to apply water science to reshape flood preparedness, response
Why wetlands must be central to building hydrological resilience – beyond protection
At this year’s Ramsar Convention, IWMI and the Global Commission on the Economics of Water will champion wetlands as essential
Water accounting insights to revitalize irrigation schemes in Ethiopia
IWMI used its water accounting approach to identify measures to revitalize the Amibara Irrigation Scheme — with a potential to
Solarizing will make agriculture resilient in South Asia and East AfricaÂ
Supported by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), the SoLAR project will build on proven models approaches to
Water quality matters for water securityÂ
To ensure a safe and sufficient water supply for all, water quality issues must be addressed globally.
Nepal pilots smart tools to transform its irrigation water managementÂ
The Babai irrigation project in western Nepal is using real-time data and soil sensors to address irrigation inequality and enhance
IWMI’s new Wiqaya project aims to build transboundary resilience to sand and dust stormsÂ
On this International Day of Combating Sand and Dust Storms, IWMI is shedding light on its new Wiqaya project that
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.
India to get its first AI-based chatbot to tackle drought
SukhaRakshak AI, the drought protector, is to transform the realities of millions of farmers and their communities.
Foresight and trade-offs analysis to identify innovative solutions for agricultural sustainability in Pakistan
A team of researchers from IWMI and IFPRI are exploring hydro-economic modeling and trade-offs in the agricultural sector to achieve
Tourism, tragedy and the climate warning we’re ignoringÂ
How government preparedness, water actions and public awareness can save lives and sustain tourism amid climate challenges in Pakistan.
Detailed climate projections bolster Sri Lanka’s adaptation planning
Dynamic downscaling reveals potential future climate change impacts across the country.
IWMI for solar irrigation to protect Balochistan’s water resources
With Balochistan’s groundwater levels declining and aquifers under stress, stakeholders advocate clean energy to lower farming costs and safeguard resilience
Co-design shapes water solutions in Uzbekistan
Water solutions must be built not just for people, but with them. When co-design is understood not just as a
Soil testing for plant nutrient management
This video shows farmers how to take soil samples for testing. It was produced by the International Water Management Institute
IWMI welcomes Henk Ovink as new Board ChairÂ
Doulaye Kone, Cristina Rumbaitis del Rio and Debra Tan will join the Board as IWMI takes forward its Strategy 2024-2030
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.
Could an AI game accelerate decision-making on groundwater management?Â
IWMI researchers created a groundwater game that uses Generative AI to allow players to understand the complexities of decision-making for
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.
IWMI and CGIAR continue commitment to enhance water and climate planning in Pakistan
CGIAR Science Programs on Policy Innovations and on Climate Action were launched in Pakistan, introducing three digital platforms to aid
Water entrepreneurship can drive solar irrigation and climate mitigation in NepalÂ
Small solar pumps help individual farmers, but larger systems that serve collective fields could drive uptake and lift rural incomes
The Jahez project works to strengthen climate resilience for refugee and host communities in JordanÂ
IWMI and partners are supporting the Government of Jordan to localize early warning systems, collaborative planning, impact-based forecasting and inclusive
IWMI and partners are catalyzing climate resilience in India
The recent launch of the CGIAR Climate Action Program in the Indian states of Odisha and Tamil Nadu marks a
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
How the process tracing methodology maximizes impact assessment
This blog sheds light on how this impact assessment methodology generates key insights, enhances understanding and shapes change.
Pakistan looks beyond drought with innovation turning crisis into hope
Smarter water use and inclusive planning are critical as the country finds new ways to manage water and protect vulnerable
Coordinated investment in irrigation is key to Kenya’s future
Climate-smart, inclusive irrigation solutions empower Kenya’s farmers.
Water buffalo sustain rural life with milk, manure and muscleÂ
On Working Animal Day, IWMI pays tribute to the vital role of the water buffalo in rural economies, from the
Water-energy-food-ecosystem nexus approach presents a solution for transboundary resources management in NepalÂ
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