Groundwater is one of those hidden treasures of our world—out of sight, but never out of mind. It’s practical, complex, and absolutely vital, especially now as climate change tightens its grip and water demands grow sharper. That’s why I believe it’s so important to keep learning, questioning, and connecting with others who share the same… Read More
SADC-GMI held a highly successful session at the 12th International Symposium on Managed Aquifer Recharge in Stellenbosch, South Africa. May 9, 2025 The 12th International Symposium on Managed Aquifer Recharge: A Leap Towards Sustainable Water Management in Africa The 12th International Symposium on Managed Aquifer Recharge (ISMAR) is the premier global event dedicated to Managed… Read More
Featured image: Sustainable agricultural practices in wetland areas can lead to increased crop yields while maintaining ecological integrity. February 2, 2024 Unlocking Prosperity: How Sustainable Wetland Practices Boost Job Creation in the SADC Region Wetlands are often overlooked in discussions of environmental and economic importance. Yet, within the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region, these… Read More
Featured image: Susan Muzumi, Headwoman, says she does not have enough words to thank the Zambia government, the World Bank, and SADC-GMI for bringing the scarcest resource to her village. Photo cred: SADC-GMI December 4, 2024 Kazungula Community Members Hail the Upcoming Water Supply Project by SADC-GMI, GEF, and CIWA Susan Muzumi is the Headwoman… Read More
Featured image: On the picture are Sihumbwa Basic School learners, teachers, the SADC-GMI Team, a World Bank representative, and the Officials from the Ministry of Water Development and Sanitation Photo by: SADC-GMI December 4, 2024 Kazungula Water Supply Project to Transform the Lives of the Community Kazungula community and Sihumbwa Primary School are about to… Read More
Article by BASEFlow From left to right – Florence Bianca Chirwa, Gloria Maliani, and Gloria Musopole are the student interns that were part of the Revitalization of the Groundwater Monitoring network in the Shire River and Lake Chirwa Basins project. In a world increasingly driven by technology and science, the involvement of women/girls in STEM… Read More
The map above demonstrates some of the Transboundary Aquifers where extensive research has been conducted in the SADC Region. The sharing of water resources has the potential to either promote peaceful collaboration or incite conflict. Challenges such as scarcity, pollution, and unequal access can exacerbate tensions. Therefore, it is of utmost importance that we unite… Read More
In the expansive field of groundwater resource management, a pressing question often emerges: are we truly equipping women with the necessary tools and opportunities to thrive, or are we simply attempting to fill in the gender gap without tackling the root causes? Despite significant progress in gender equality across various sectors, including science and technology,… Read More
With funding from the JRS Biodiversity Foundation, the SADC Groundwater Management Institute (SADC-GMI) spearheaded the initiative to investigate the interconnections between Groundwater-Dependent Ecosystems and biodiversity within the Khakea/Bray Transboundary Aquifer, which traverses Botswana and South Africa. The three–year project (01 August 2021 – 31 July 2023) was a collaborative effort, harnessing the expertise of institutions… Read More
Groundwater pollution significantly affects the prevalence of waterborne diseases. This form of pollution occurs when hazardous substances, such as pathogens, chemicals, and heavy metals, seep into underground aquifers, the primary source of drinking water for approximately 70% of the 250 million people living in the SADC region. The consumption of contaminated groundwater can lead to… Read More
