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In the Spotlight: Plugging the Leaks – SWPN’s Innovative Approach to Non-Revenue Water in South Africa

As South Africa faces increasing water scarcity challenges, the Strategic Water Partners Network (SWPN) has emerged as a pivotal force in addressing one of the most critical issues in water management: non-revenue water (NRW). Through strategic partnerships and targeted interventions, the SWPN is spearheading efforts to reduce water losses and improve water use efficiency across […]

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In the Spotlight: Turning the Tide on Gauteng’s Water Woes – How the SWPN is Spearheading Solutions

As Gauteng, South Africa’s economic heartland, teeters on the brink of a devastating water crisis, the Strategic Water Partners Network (SWPN) stepped up to the plate, mobilising a coordinated, multi-stakeholder response to avert disaster. The Looming Catastrophe Neglected infrastructure, ballooning demand, and rampant non-revenue water losses has pushed the province’s water supply to the brink.

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[WEBINAR]: From risk to resilience: Integrating sustainable water management into CSI

South Africa’s water challenges are many. It is one of the 30 driest countries in the world, with prolonged droughts due to the climate crisis exacerbating the problem. We also face issues such as ageing and inadequate water infrastructure, unsustainable water use, contamination by sewage and bacteria, and poor protection of water source areas. In

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Programme Update: Strategic Water Partners Network (SWPN)

The Strategic Water Partners Network (SWPN) is a multistakeholder (public, private and civil society) partnership hosted by the NEPAD Business Foundation. This partnership was established in response to a request by the late Minister Edna Molewa (the then Dept of Water Affairs), at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in 2011 in Davos, Switzerland

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Words from our CEO: Delivering on the NBF Mission

As we reflect on the past year, we find ourselves in an operating environment that continues to test our resilience and adaptability. The ongoing global economic uncertainties, coupled with local And regional challenges, have presented both obstacles and opportunities for our work in fostering Africa’s development. Our mission to champion and coordinate development programmes through

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Words from our Vice-Chairperson: Reinforcing Regional Integration for Africa’s Resilience and Growth

The vision of African regional integration, born out of the pan-African movement, remains as relevant today as it was when 32 Heads of independent African States met in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia in 1963. Their historic gathering led to the signing of the Charter that created Africa’s first post-independence continental institution, The Organisation of African Unity

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Words from our Chairperson: Catalysing Partnerships for Sustainable Development

As the NEPAD Business Foundation (NBF) celebrates its 22nd anniversary since its establishment in 2002, we reflect on our continued growth and resilience as a trusted implementing agent in the development space. Through strategic public-private partnerships, we have further solidified our position as a key player in driving socio-economic transformation across the African continent, even

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SWPN Water Stewardship Working Group Meeting Update

A Recap of the January 30th, 2024 Meeting The Water Stewardship Working Group, co-chaired by Faith Lawrence and William Moraka, held a productive meeting on January 30th, 2024. We extend our sincere gratitude to all the speakers who contributed to the insightful discussions: – Peter Varndell (NEPAD Business Foundation & Strategic Water Partners Network) –

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Strategic Water Partners Network Making Strides in Addressing Water Security in SA

The Strategic Water Partners Network (SWPN), a multi-stakeholder partnership hosted by the NEPAD Business Foundation, continues to make significant progress in efforts to improve water security in South Africa through innovative and cost-effective solutions. Established in response to a request by the late Minister Edna Molewa in 2011, the SWPN is co-chaired by the Department

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