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: Four Points by Sheraton – Dar Es Salaam

Spotlight

SADC-GMI and NBI: Bridging Borders for Groundwater Resilience

In a vibrant display of collaboration, the SADC Groundwater Management Institute hosted an energetic peer-to-peer learning exchange in Pretoria, South Africa, from 18 to 22 May 2026. Read Article

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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The SADC Groundwater Management Institute (SADC-GMI) is pleased to invite you to the upcoming Young Professional Programme (YPP) Webinar under the theme:
“Continuous Learning for a Changing Groundwater Sector.”

The webinar will provide an opportunity to learn from experienced groundwater professionals and fellow Young Professionals, while reflecting on the importance of continuous professional development as the groundwater sector evolves

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