Driving water sustainability and security in the region
- 2 - 3 October 2023
- Rabat, Morocco
Organised by
Welcome Remarks
Hon. Cecilia Abena Dapaah
Minister of Sanitation
and Water Resources
Ghana
The Ministry of Sanitation & Water Resources is honoured to announce the Africa Water Forum which will take place in Ghana on 9th and 10th May, 2023. We are proud to host this timely event in partnership with the Great Minds Events Group and Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute-GoGMI.
The Africa Water Forum will create a common ground to have a high-level discourse on topics relating to the conservation and distribution management of limited water resources, the impacts of climate change in the industry and the impact of these topics on the socio-economic wellbeing of the continent’s residents. The issues to be discussed will be viewed through the critical lens of research and development, technical, and commercial.
We will see the convergence of the thought leaders in this field, from across the water sector and relevant industries in workshops, panels and technical discussions. The industry decision makers and key leaders spanning from the international, regional and local stakeholders will also be present. As part of the discussions, there will be an exhibition and demonstrations of the latest innovative digital technologies & equipment from prominent solution providers from across the continent and the globe.
The premise of this event will serve as an enabler of intergovernmental relationships, efficient solution implementation and overall positive development in the water sector.
On behalf of the Government of the Republic of Ghana, I look forward to meeting and welcoming you to this notable event.
Event overview
The African region is facing multi-dimensional water challenges which can lead to massive health issues, food insecurity, poverty, imbalance in the ecosystem, human conflicts, and mass migration.
On the other hand, water trends in the region also suggest that there is potentially adequate water and means to meet the basic needs of the region and sustain ecosystems if planned for and managed properly and with priority. This creates an overarching need for intervention from local and regional authorities to come forward and collaborate with various water stakeholders across the continent for a better future.
Hence, to address these critical issues and topics, the Africa Water Forum is hosted on 2-3 October 2023 in Rabat, Morocco, under the patronage of the Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources, Ghana from 9-10 May 2023 in Accra, to bring together thought leaders from across the water sector and relevant industries.
CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES
- Drive Africa 2025 Water Vision for equitable and sustainable use of water for driving socio-economic development
- Strengthen integrated water resources management in national and trans-boundary water basins
- Enable financing and investments into water supply, water resources management and sanitation projects
- Foster innovation in technologies and solutions aimed at effective water resources management and distribution by attracting cutting-edge solutions from around the world
Event in numbers
1
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High-Profile Conference Delegates
1
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Speakers
1
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Project showcases and country briefings
1
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Sponsors and exhibitors
1
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Countries represented
1
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Media
partners
partners
Technical Advisory Committee
Noah Tumfo
Chief Director
Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources
Ghana
Donnan Tay
Director of Water Directorate
Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources
Ghana
Jose-Reine Adzoa Agbo
Assistant Director of Water Directorate
Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources
Ghana
Anthony Dovlo
Public Relations Officer
Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources
Ghana
Prince Bambil
Programme Officer
Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources
Ghana
Conference Speakers
Muminu Badmus
Managing Director
Lagos Water Corporation
Nigeria
Engr. Emeka Ugoanyanwu Fnse
Managing Director
Imo State Water and Sewerage Corporation
Nigeria
Onyeka Martins Okwor
Managing Director, Chief Executive Officer
Enugu State Water Corporation
Nigeria
Abdirahim Farah
Managing Director
Mombasa Water Supply & Sanitation Company Limited
Kenya
Mohamed Sahr E Juanah
Director, Hydrological Services
National Water Resources Management Agency
Sierra Leone
Ing. Yankuba Jusu Tarawally
Director of Project Management
Sierra Leone Water Company
Sierra Leone
Bakary Coulibaly
Managing Director
the Malian Drinking Water Heritage Company
Mali
Margaret Maina
Managing Director
Limuru Water and Sewerage company Limited
Kenya
Ing. Maada S. Kpenge
Managing Director
the Guma Valley Water Company
Sierra Leone
Ing.Tiideni Hawa Jabbi
Director of Planning, Research & Operations
National Water Resources Management Agency
Sierra Leone
Ibrahiman Berte
Director General
National Drinking Water Office (ONEP)
Ivory Coast
Yawanke Wake Gbati
Director General
Société Togolaise des Eaux (TdE)
Togo
Peter Kibet Biwott
Managing Director
Eldoret Water and Sanitation Company
Kenya
Mustapha Agiri
Director of Production
Lagos Water Corporation
Nigeria
Cynthia Asare Bediako
Former Chief Director
Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation
Ghana
Upcoming water development and expansion projects in Africa
$462
million
approved by the Moroccan government for the National Office of Electricity & Drinking Water to increase production capacity to 450,405m3 per day, and build 14 new wastewater treatment plants
$71
million
worth contract for the construction of several drinking water facilities was awarded by Uganda’s National Water & Sewerage Corporation to Sogea-Satom, a subsidiary of the French group Vinci
$18.88
million
Conakry wastewater treatment project in Guinea, financed by Islamic Development Bank, to upgrade the capacity of existing plant from 5000m3 per day to 25,800m3 per day by 2035
$114
billion
is the target investment set by Africa’s Small Water Enterprise (SWE) sector to achieve the region’s SDG targets for water and sanitation
Euro 133
million
to be invested by Ghana in new water supply infrastructure
Multi-billion
dollar
water investment programme has been launched by Zambia
First PPP water desalination project
in Senegal announced between Saudi Arabia’s ACWA Power and the National Water Company of Senegal
Key Themes for Discussion
- Integrated water resources management and strengthening cooperation and joint management of international water basins
- Optimizing water resources management and development through investments and capacity building
- Showcasing upcoming infrastructure development and water resources management projects in Africa
- Attracting investments and financing solutions for water projects in Africa
- Integrating technology innovations towards optimizing climate-resilient water management
Who Should Attend?
- Ministries of Water Resources / Environment / Climate Change
- Government Authorities, Regulatory bodies & Policy Makers
- Federal Authorities and Armed Forces
- International Institutions
- Utility Companies
- Water Supply & Distribution Companies
- Water & Wastewater Treatment Companies
- Infrastructure Development Companies
- EPC Contractors
Why Partner?
- Secure 1-to-1 meetings with heads of utility companies and directors of mega projects and find out about upcoming projects and tenders
- Position as a thought leader and showcase your expertise infront of your target clientele
- Network with water infrastructure developers and construction companies working on mega projects in Africa
- Connect and network with industry peers to drive stakeholder collaboration and tackle shared operational challenges
- Showcase technologies, equipment and solutions for water and wastewater treatment, reuse and desalination to your target market
Who should exhibit and sponsor?
- Urban water system management technologies and solutions
- Water storage systems
- Water & wastewater treatment and reuse technologies
- Desalination technologies & solutions
- Water distribution systems
- Sewage systems
- Technology, products and equipment manufacturers
- Water infrastructure developers & construction companies
- Engineering, procurement & design contractors
- Development banks & sustainable financing providers
If you provide technologies and solutions for optimal water management and is interested to explore the sponsorship packages and opportunities, please contact us on partnerships@gmevents.ae
or contact
Bencily Thomas – bencily.thomas@gmevents.ae | +971 52 969 7209
Project Intelligence Partner
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