FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT & CALL FOR ABSTRACTS

THE 8th SADC GROUNDWATER CONFERENCE

Shared Aquifers, Equal Voices: Accelerating Groundwater Resilience for a Water-Secure Future
Date: 18 – 20 November 2026
Location: Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Venue: Venue to be Announced

Spotlight

Strengthening Water Security: Establishing a Groundwater Baseline in the Upper Vaal Catchment

Water is the lifeblood of sustainable development, and in a water-scarce nation like South Africa, groundwater is an invaluable, yet often invisible resource. To manage this resource effectively, one must first understand it. Read Article

Unlocking Water Security: How Groundwater Investigation is Transforming Lives in Tanzania’s Fufu Sub-Catchment

In the semi-arid landscapes of Tanzania’s Rufiji sub-catchment, water has historically dictated the rhythm of daily life. For the residents of seven villages within the Fufu Sub-Catchment, the scarcity of reliable water sources was not just a logistical inconvenience; it was a persistent barrier to health, education, and economic development. Read Article

Ending the Long Walk: How the Kazungula Water Supply Project is Changing Lives Today

United by a shared goal: Access to clean water. SADC-GMI and our partners are proud to stand with the Kazungula community as they experience the life-changing impact of local, sustainable groundwater. Reliable, safe water is no longer a luxury, but a reality for everyone here.. Read Article

From Lessons to Lasting Impact: SADC-GMI’s Workshop Elevates Environmental & Social Safeguards in Groundwater Management

Groundwater is the lifeblood of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region, with over 70% of its population relying on this vital resource for their livelihoods. Read Article

Investing in Groundwater for Climate Action: A Resounding Success at the 7th SADC Groundwater Conference

The 7th SADC Groundwater Conference successfully concluded its insightful three-day program on Friday, November 21, 2025. Held under the overarching and timely theme, “Investing in Groundwater for Climate Action,” Read Article

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