International Water Management Institute (IWMI)

🎉 Today, May 29, a special commemorative stamp was issued by the Sri Lanka Post to celebrate IWMI's 40th anniversary, and four decades of partnership with Sri Lanka. The Prime Minister, Dinesh Gunawardena, visited IWMI's global headquarters in Colombo and received the first stamp. 💧 Since 1984, IWMI has contributed to shaping water management practices in Sri Lanka and the world. In the last 40 years, IWMI has grown in scale, impact and areas of research — from an institute focused on water for agriculture to a global leader in integrated water management. Looking forward, IWMI will continue to contribute to Sri Lanka's water security and climate goals. #OneCGIAR #40YearsinSriLanka #WaterSecurity

On Day 04, the Scaling for Impact Strategy Dialogue at #CGIARScienceWeek was a huge success! 🎉 The Scaling for Impact Strategy Dialogue was a resounding success, bringing together diverse voices in an engaging fishbowl format that sparked open, honest, and forward-looking conversations. Panelists shared valuable insights on scaling agricultural innovations for greater sustainability, inclusivity, and resilience. The session highlighted the importance of embedding research within local systems, enhancing collaboration, and identifying the right levers to drive lasting change in land, food, and water systems. 🌍🌱 A heartfelt thank you to our colleagues from IWMI for their crucial role in making this session a success. Your leadership and support helped shape a truly impactful event! As we conclude CGIAR Science Week, we’re walking away inspired and energized. Let’s keep scaling for real-world impact! #ScalingForImpact #OneCGIAR #FoodSystemsTransformation

✨ Day 4 at #CGIARScienceWeek was nothing short of inspiring — a day of breakthrough ideas, bold dialogues, and brilliant minds coming together to shape the future of science and sustainability. 🌍🔬 💡 IWMI was at the forefront of powerful conversations and innovations. Rachael McDonnell spotlighted pathways for delivering resilient drylands, emphasizing the need for integrated solutions in vulnerable ecosystems. Fulco Ludwig explored the power of AI-driven research to accelerate agri-food system transformation, while Olufunke Cofie led a thought-provoking strategy dialogue on scaling impact across CGIAR's work. Over at the IWMI booth, Abdulkarim-H. Seid (PhD) captivated visitors with interactive demos on #DigitalTwin, #DIWASA, and a new chatbot, showcasing the role of digital tools in water management. In the Climate Action session, Rachael brought energy and clarity as she moderated a Hard Talk on moving science to action, complemented by Dr. Alok Sikka’s insights on IWMI’s anticipatory action work to reduce disaster risks. Marie-Charlotte Buisson. added depth to the Climate Action Strategy Dialogue, and our Director General Mark Smith joined the CAADP Panel, amplifying IWMI’s voice in the push to transform African agriculture. 🌟 The day concluded with a powerful gathering co-hosted by CGIAR, and Community Jameel—a vibrant moment to connect, reflect, and recommit to our shared mission. Transformation isn’t a moment. It’s a movement. And we’re proud to be part of it. #WithScienceWeCan #OneCGIAR

🌍 A bold vision for water and climate resilience in East Africa takes the spotlight at CGIAR Science Week in Nairobi! At this landmark event, IWMI’s Strategy 2024–2030 was unveiled with a focus on driving water security, accelerating climate adaptation, and advancing sustainable agriculture across East Africa. 💧 Grounded in impact, innovation, and inclusivity, the strategy reflects IWMI’s commitment to system-level transformation—where science meets local realities, and equity and climate justice are not just goals, but guiding principles. The spotlight moment featured a keynote by CPA Ephantus Kimotho, Principal Secretary, Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation (Kenya), and was enriched by insights from sara mbago-bhunu of IFAD and other regional partners—reinforcing the collective resolve for a resilient, water-secure future. 🔗 Explore how IWMI is reimagining the future of water: on.cgiar.org/3YrLuoG International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) | Elizabeth Nsimadala | The World Bank | SunCulture | Mark Smith | Rachael McDonnell | Abdulkarim-H. Seid (PhD) | Inga Jacobs-Mata | Olufunke Cofie #CGIARScienceWeek #WithScienceWeCan #OneCGIAR

💡⚡ Day 3 at CGIAR Science Week was a powerhouse of innovation and collaboration, igniting Nairobi with energy and purpose. People flooded in to experience virtual tours at the IWMI booth, while Nora Hanke-Louw led a dynamic scaling session highlighting sustainable impact. Inga Jacobs-Mata unpacked the Ukama Utsavi approach in Eastern and Southern Africa with Suchiradipta B., bridging innovation and partnerships through the TATA collaboration. Fayrouz ElDabbagh explored the intersection of global risks and policy needs, and Abdulkarim-H. Seid (PhD) shared insights on the Limpopo digital twin during the digital scaling session. As the day progressed, conversations turned toward #COP30, emphasizing the critical role of agricultural innovation in driving climate resilience, food security, and nature conservation. 🌍🌱 #CGIARScienceWeek #WithScienceWeCan #OneCGIAR

Explore how integrated management of: 💧 Water ⚡ Energy 🌱 Food 🌳 Ecosystems ...can transform Africa's sustainability. Join #IWMI and African Ministers' Council on Water (AMCOW) at #ARCID2025: 📅 15th April | 11:30AM-1:30PM WAT 📍 ARCID Conference, Abuja or Online 🔗 Join: on.cgiar.org/3QVraYX Olufunke Cofie | Dr. Mohsin Hafeez

IWMI at the 6th African Regional Conference on Irrigation & Drainage As #CGIARScienceWeek wraps up in Nairobi, we're already on our way to Nigeria! 📢 💧 Meet the second set of IWMI delegates making waves at #ARCID2025! These experts are ready to dive into the discussions, share innovative solutions, and contribute to tackling irrigation and water management crises in Africa. If you’re in Nairobi for #CGIARScienceWeek, why not make it a double? Slide into Nigeria for the weekend! And if not, you can still be part of the action. 👉 on.cgiar.org/3Rg8rHn Dr. Mohsin Hafeez | Birhanu Zemadim Birhanu | Makram Belhaj Fraj | Moctar DEMBELE | Olufunke Cofie | Sander Zwart | Tinashe Lindel Dirwai | Zolo Kiala #IRRIGATEAFRICA #OneCGIAR

✨ As we approach the final day of CGIAR Science Week, we’re inspired by the incredible exchanges that have taken place throughout the event. A key highlight was the April 8 plenary session, which focused on CGIAR’s 2025–2030 research strategy and how to scale our scientific advancements to maximize impact for farmers and consumers globally. We were proud to have Inga Jacobs-Mata, Director- Water, Growth, and Inclusion, representing IWMI, contribute to this vital discussion. The panel emphasized how CGIAR’s work aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and supports broader global agricultural transformation efforts. 🌟 🌍 This conversation reinforced our collective mission to ensure that our science continues to deliver tangible, scalable benefits for communities around the world—paving the way to a sustainable, resilient, and food-secure future. Let’s carry this momentum forward! #CGIARScienceWeek #WithScienceWeCan #OneCGIAR

📢 IWMI is excited to host webinar 2 of the Advancing Early Warning for All global webinar series! Tune in to "Predicting the Unpredictable: How Data and Models Power Early Warnings", in partnership with the Zambia Meteorological Department (ZMD), Met Office, Caribbean Institute for Meteorology and Hydrology, Centre for Climate Research Singapore, and the National Centre for Madium Range Weather Forecasting (NCMRWF), MoES! Engaging stakeholders from government, private sectors, and civil society, this series aims to strengthen Early Warning Systems (EWS) in line with the United Nations "Early Warning for All" initiative 🌍 Hear opening remarks from IWMI's Amarnath Giriraj and Fulco Ludwig and gain valuable insights from a panel of experts including Raghavendra Ashrit, KENNETH sinachikupo, Joanne Robbins, Thea Turkington, and David A. Farrell 📊 Don't miss this rare opportunity to learn about disaster preparedness and connect with professionals! 📆 16 April 2025 ⏰ 14:00 CET / 18:30 IST 📍 Zoom: on.cgiar.org/4cuk5si #EarlyWarningSystems #DisasterPreparedness #OneCGIAR

🌍 Day Two of #CGIARScienceWeek 2025: A Groundbreaking Success 🔬 A pivotal gathering of global experts, partners, and thought leaders, shaping the future of food, land, and water systems. 💡 Key moments from 07 April : 📌 CGIAR's 2025-2030 Research Portfolio Launch: Charting a bold direction for collective action and innovation. 📌 IWMI Unveils its Transformative 2024–2030 Strategy for East Africa, driving forward sustainable change in one of the world’s most critical regions. 📌 IWMI DG Mark Smith & International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) DG Johan Swinnen Close the Policy Innovation Science Program: Reflecting on the Aral Sea disaster as a stark lesson in policy failure and celebrating Nexus Gains Initiative achievements. 📌 The breadth of discussions—from Resilient Food Systems in Fragile Settings to Gamification in CGIAR’s 2030 Strategy, Strengthening African Agricultural Innovation, and Transformative Partnerships for Sustainable Agriculture—demonstrated the massive, collective momentum we’re building. Together, we’re forging the path toward lasting impact! 🌟 Don’t miss out on the continued brilliance of #CGIARScienceWeek. Join us here: on.cgiar.org/43ztRqt #CGIARScienceWeek #WithScienceWeCan #OneCGIAR