Under the leadership of Executive Director François Olivier GOSSO, an AfWASA delegation is taking part in the 10th World Water Forum in Bali, Indonesia, from May 18 to 25, under the theme "Water for shared prosperity".

Indeed, while the new 2024-2028 strategic business plan, which will guide the continued growth of the organization's activities over the next 5 years, is currently being drawn up, the Bali forum is a strategic opportunity for AfWASA's new leadership to focus its participation on three points:

Cooperation; with both African and international technical and financial partners,

Sector financing and,

Gender inclusion (women and youth).

In terms of cooperation, the sessions in which AfWASA is taking part will not only help to identify areas of focus in relation to sectoral challenges in Africa, but also potential partners with whom to forge the future partnerships needed to support initiatives aimed at improving water and sanitation services in Africa. It goes without saying that the identification of funding sources will enable the implementation of the activities planned within the framework of the various expected collaborations.

Through sessions dedicated to women and young people, this forum will provide an opportunity to strengthen our approaches and consolidate the effectiveness of gender inclusion (women, young people) and the promotion of their full participation in sector activities, essential for sustainable development in the water and sanitation sector in Africa.

About the World Water Forum

The World Water Forum is organized every three years by the World Water Council in collaboration with a host country. It brings together participants from all levels and areas, including politics, multilateral institutions, academia, civil society and the private sector. The Forum offers a unique platform where the water community and key decision-makers can collaborate and establish long-term action plans on water challenges around the world.