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This blog shows how the WASH Systems Academy is supporting the government's ambitions in Ethiopia through customised learning experiences. Enjoy reading: https://www.ircwash.org/blog/building-stronger-institutions-tailored-systems-learning

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Let water and sanitation always flow; only strong systems make it possible.

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The Africa Water and Sanitation Systems Leadership Symposium is set for 17–21 August 2026 in Kigali, Rwanda. It aims to turn the Africa Water Vision 2063 into real action for the first decade. This is a key moment for the sector. This blog argues that the Symposium deserves more than just routine attendance. It needs active involvement from everyone who cares about Africa’s future. Explore more: https://www.ircwash.org/blog/why-kigali-2026-leadership-symposium-moment-africas-water-sector-cannot-afford-to-miss

Agenda for Change, Ethiopia country collaboration is maintaining momentum.
Today, members convened at the Welthungerhilfe Office to reflect on progress in , and (WASH) systems strengthening, collaboration among member organisations, government and the private sector, and to agree on the way forward.
The discussion highlighted the importance of collective advocacy for WASH, including coordinated engagement around COP32, scaling up WASH MIS successes, and aligning initiatives with government‑led national efforts, particularly One WASH Phase III, WASH Presidential Compact and WASH Pact.
Agenda for Change is a global WASH systems-strengthening platform, established in 2015 and in Ethiopia in 2018, providing a strong space for knowledge exchange and collective action.
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Communities in South Ari are improving their quality of life by constructing a new supply system using locally mobilised financial and in‑kind resources, following behaviour change interventions related to the water safety plan. These efforts are contributing to better , , and . Explore the full story here: https://www.ircwash.org/news/dependency-ownership-lessons-annual-water-safety-plan-review-south-ari Ministry of Water and Energy - Ethiopia Ethiopian Water Technology Institute-EWTI Ministry of Health,Ethiopia

Over the past two decades, Ethiopia has made significant efforts in embedding the principles of integrated resources management (IWRM) into its national development agendas. Anchored in the 1999 Water Resources Management Policy and supported by basin-level institutions and multi-sector programmes, the country has established a strong foundation for coordinated and sustainable water governance. However, recent assessments indicate that the primary challenge is no longer policy formulation but implementation. Read more: https://www.ircwash.org/blog/ethiopia%E2%80%99s-iwrm-journey-strong-foundations-urgent-reforms
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Water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) stakeholders are currently discussing the WASH Presidential Compact and outlining the way forward. According to Abera Endeshaw, Senior Advisor to the Minister at the Ministry of Water and Energy, the WASH Presidential Compact was developed in response to major sector challenges, including low resilience to climate shocks intensified by extreme weather, growing risks to water availability, high and often unaffordable investment costs, rapid urbanisation and population growth, increasing global and cross-sector resource competition, and the slow adoption of new technologies and innovations. The Compact focuses on financing and resourcing, mutual accountability, and knowledge management. It serves as a high-level advocacy tool to support the broader national WASH programme and calls for strong political leadership to ensure sector prioritisation.

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When communities and local government structures coordinate and share learning, real progress happens in improving services. This is exactly what took place in South Ari Woreda’s Shishir Kebele. Learn more: https://www.ircwash.org/blog/south-ari%E2%80%99s-kebele-level-learning-exchange-improved-wash-serv Ministry of Water and Energy - Ethiopia Ethiopian Water Technology Institute-EWTI Ministry of Health,Ethiopia Ministry of Education Ethiopia

A national validation and training workshop on the professionalisation of rural service delivery was held from February 10 –12, 2026, in Addis Ababa, bringing together key stakeholders from across Ethiopia’s water sector to review research findings and strengthen collaboration for system reform. Learn more: https://www.ircwash.org/news/validation-and-capacity-building-workshop-professionalisation Ministry of Water and Energy - Ethiopia Ethiopian Water Technology Institute-EWTI Ministry of Health,Ethiopia

The 39th Ordinary Session of the African Union, organised by UNDP in Addis Ababa, focused on groundwater investment through strategic partnerships to advance the Agenda 2063 water and sanitation goals in Africa. During the session, a presentation was made on the Horn of Africa water investment pipeline, covering projects in seven IGAD member states, followed by in-depth discussions. The session highlighted the importance of collaboration and partnerships among countries, the private sector, and funders to secure financing for groundwater investments. Water was also highlighted as a key driver of mutual growth and regional security, beyond its role as an investment opportunity. Ministry of Water and Energy - Ethiopia Ethiopian Water Technology Institute-EWTI Ministry of Health,Ethiopia