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3 thematic fields – 7 collaborative research projects

Following a transparent and inclusive selection process engaging international experts from the water sector and considering the strategic priorities of all partner ministries, seven collaborative research projects were jointly selected. In addition, a networking and transfer project was started. Overall, more than 90 partner institutions collaborate in the projects. They represent the different stakeholders from research, academia, politics, practice and industry in Germany and Southern Africa who join their efforts in achieving Water Security in the Region.

Thematic field 1: Sustainable water resources management

SeeKaquA

Semi-Airborne Electromagnetic Exploration of Kalahari’s Aquifers, Africa

WaMiSAR

Sustainable and Climate Adapted Water Management in Mining in the Southern African Region

Thematic field 2: Water infrastructure and water technology

MAMDIWAS

Making Mining-Influenced Water a Driver for Change to Improve Water Security in South Africa

NEU-Water

Nature Engineered Urban Design for Water Recycling and Reuse

WaReNam

Multi-Scale Water Reuse Strategy for Namibia: Technology, Governance and Capacity Development

Thematic field 3: Hydrological forecasts and management of hydrological extremes

Co-HYDIM-SA

Co-Design of a Hydrometeorological Information System for Sustainable Water Resources Management in Southern Africa

WaRisCo

Water Risks and Resilience in Urban-Rural Areas in Southern Africa – Co-Production of Hydro-Climate Services for an Adaptive and Sustainable Disaster Risk Management

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