Africa Water Security Conference (AWS-2026): Towards a Water-Secure and Resilient Africa
Jointly Organized by
Africa Center of Excellence for Water Management (ACEWM), Addis Ababa University And Ministry of Water and Energy
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Meet Our Speakers
Distinguished global leaders and innovators sharing visionary insights on water security and sustainability
Keynote Speaker
Prof. Assefa M. Melesse, Ph.D., P.E., BC.WRE, BCEE
Distinguished University Professor Department of Earth and Environment, Florida International University, USA
Plenary Speaker
Prof. Elfatih A. B. Eltahir, Ph.D., HM King Bhumibol Professor of Hydrology and Climate
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA
Plenary Speaker
Prof. Michael R. Templeton, Ph.D., C.Eng., FICE, F.AAS, Professor of Public Health Engineering
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Imperial College London, UK
Plenary Speaker
Prof. Nancy G. Love, Ph.D., P.E., BCEE, Borchardt and Glysson Collegiate Professor
JoAnn Silverstein Distinguished University Professor Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering University of Michigan, USA
Plenary Speaker
Dr. Ted Lawrence
Executive Director, African Center for Aquatic Research and Education (ACARE)Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
Senior Policy Advisor, International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Conference Snapshot
Conference Program at a Glance
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Online Registration & Abstract Submission Opens: December 01, 2025
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Abstract Submission Deadline: May 31, 2026
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Notification of Abstract Acceptance: June 15, 2026
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Early-Bird Registration Deadline: June 30, 2026
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Conference Commencement: September 21, 2026
Venue
Adwa Victory Memorial Hall
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Expected Attendance
500+ delegates from across Africa and beyond
Conference Highlights
Join us for three days of groundbreaking discussions, innovative solutions, and collaborative partnerships
World-Class Speakers
Renowned experts in water security and sustainability
Post-Conference Excursion
A special Post-Conference Excursion will be held on September 24, 2026, offering participants a visit to the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD)
Partners
In collaboration with leading organizations committed to water security in Africa
Explore Ethiopia & Addis Ababa
Discover the rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and vibrant city life while attending the conference
Be Part of the Solution
Join researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and stakeholders in shaping the future of water security in Africa