News
IWMI signs MoU with the League of Arab States
The agreement will facilitate further cooperation in the water security agenda of the Arab region.
In the media
Youssef Brouziyne interview with Sky News Arabia
On the sidelines of COP28, Brouziyne spoke about water systems in the Middle East and North Africa region.
Press releases
IWMI announces development of a new, Google-supported tool that will harness AI and satellite data for water reuse in the Middle East and North...
A new grant from Google’s philanthropic arm will help researchers develop a tool to bolster water security and climate resilience in the Middle East and North Africa.
Videos
Cairo Water Week 2023: Advancing water resilience and climate action
The sixth edition of Cairo Water Week successfully concluded with record participation by IWMI.
In the media
Middle East’s groundwater shortage: Will it soon run out?
IWMI plays a pivotal role in addressing groundwater management challenges across the Middle East.
In the media
Middle East Water Security: Competition heats up as resources become scarcer
IWMI is highlighted in the context of the deteriorating water security situation in the Middle East and North Africa region in the August 2023 Al-Monitor PRO Trend Report.
Publications
June-July 2023 Research Journal Roundup
Roundup of research, journal and other academic articles from June and July 2023.
In the media
Youssef Brouziyne on Kawkabuna, Sky News Arabia
He spoke about the pressure of climate change and anthropogenic activities on lakes and natural reservoirs and their associated biodiversity.
In the media
Morocco must adapt to growing climate threat, warns finance minister
Youssef Brouziyne explained that this is the fourth dry year in a row and pointed out studies suggest more regular droughts in the country.
News
Youth are at the center of transforming the future of water – hear what they have to say
It is essential that young people working in water and science are ‘co-guardians’ of the Transformative Futures for Water Security initiative.
Blogs
“Revive and Restore Degraded Wetlands”, what will it take?
Wise use calls for balance between maintaining key wetlands functions while not unduly restricting wetlands’ use by millions of often poor people.
Publications
September-November 2022 Research Journal Roundup
Roundup of research, journal and other academic articles from September to November.
Blogs
Water reuse: a potential game-changer for water security in the Middle East and North Africa
ReWater MENA focused on one region. But as the most water-stressed region in the world, it offers valuable lessons for other areas facing increasing water scarcity.
In the media
Securing MENA’s water supply
Talking to Nature Middle East, Javier Mateo-Sagasta explains that building trust among stakeholders is key to increasing long-term use of water reuse technologies and practices in the MENA region.
In the media
Forecasting a hot, dry future
Rachael McDonnell spoke to Nature Asia about the impacts of drought and the critical need to monitor and analyze them.
Publications
July-August 2022 Research Journal Roundup
Roundup of research, journal and other academic articles from July and August
Blogs
Staying alive: Navigating water, gender and poverty inequalities in Kafr El Sheikh, Egypt
Women’s increasing roles in irrigation in Egypt, as well as across the MENA region cannot be viewed in isolation of women’s domestic care work.
Blogs
Planning for drought in MENA
As part of its MENAdrought project, IWMI is working with the governments of Jordan, Lebanon and Morocco to develop drought action plans.
Blogs
Turning the tide on drought in Jordan, Lebanon and Morocco
If we don’t take pre-emptive action to turn the tide on drought preparedness, we are very likely to see devastating impacts on food and water security for millions of people.
Blogs
How water-smart agricultural solutions can help us stall desertification and thrive in the face of future droughts
Mitigating desertification and drought impacts, with water-smart solutions and digital innovations.
Features
Key takeaways from IWMI’s participation at the first-ever MENA Climate Week
A key stop on the road to COP27, the conference allowed IWMI to share blueprints for creating more water-secure, climate-resilient communities across the Middle East and North Africa.
Features
Key takeaways from IWMI’s participation at the 9th World Water Forum
Roundup blog of IWMI activities, events and sessions at the World Water Forum in Dakar, Senegal.
Blogs
Tunisia joins Morocco, Lebanon, and Jordan in using state-of-the-art drought management technology
With the first-ever Middle East and North Africa Climate Week just concluded, learn how improved drought preparedness is helping strengthen the region’s resilience to climate change.Â
In the media
Gulf News: Year for drought action for the MENA region
While MENA Climate Week may last only four days, adaptation actions need to accelerate fast to continue the region’s development, and the success of both comes down to smarter water management.
Blogs
Nafn Amdar: “Mentoring women in science can change the world”
Celebrate International Day for Women and Girls in Science with IWMI, and read more of our recent interview with Nafn Amdar.
Blogs
Reviving wetlands for people and the planet
IWMI and our partners continue to work year in and year out to ensure wetlands are managed in a sustainable fashion.
Blogs
MENADrought, collaboration, and lessons learned on Jordan’s path to drought resilience
The Government of Jordan is strengthening its drought resilience with the support of the USAID-funded IWMI-led MENADrought project.
Blogs
Four ways IWMI is using water to advance climate adaptation and mitigation around the world
During COP26 and beyond, IWMI will continue to advance a wide range of water-focused climate solutions and develop a diverse set technical, policy, and financial tools.
Blogs
Climate, water, and poverty reduction – exploring the critical links
We have arrived at a crucial moment that calls upon us to incorporate smarter water management strategies into our longer-term planning.
Blogs
International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2021
It is so important to harness the power of international cooperation to reduce risk and losses from disasters.
Blogs
Finding the economic value of irrigation water in the Nile Basin to enhance water saving
A recent study conducted by the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) estimated the economic value of irrigation water for major crops in various agricultural systems of the Nile Basin.
Blogs
Unlocking sustainable finance to drive agricultural research for development
When looking at how to combine traditional development funding with return-oriented private capital, two strategies are gaining more and more traction.
In the media
Gomhuria Online: A Dialogue on the Local and National Targets of Egypt’s 2030 for Water Reuse at the Fourth NLA meeting
ReWater MENA project, in cooperation with the Centre for Environment and Development for the Arab Region and Europe (CEDARE), organized the Fourth National Learning Alliance (NLA) Virtual Dialogue in Egypt on Water Reuse to validate the national and local targets for water reuse 2030.