Monthly Report Global Water Partnership September 2015 Table

Monthly Report Global Water Partnership

September 2015

Table of contents

NewsFlow October 2015 ...... 2 GWP Global ...... 8 GWP Regions ...... 10 CARIBBEAN ...... 10 CENTRAL AFRICA ...... 13 CENTRAL AMERICA ...... 15 CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE ...... 16 CENTRAL ASIA AND CAUCASUS ...... 30 CHINA ...... 39 EASTERN AFRICA ...... 44 MEDITERRANEAN ...... 52 SOUTHERN AFRICA ...... 52 SOUTH AMERICA ...... 62 SOUTH ASIA ...... 65 SOUTHEAST ASIA ...... 76 WEST AFRICA ...... 83

NewsFlow October 2015

GWP Africa responds to global agenda

2015 is a milestone with the new UN Sustainable Development Goals and the upcoming COP 21 on Climate Change in Paris in December. GWP partners in Sub Saharan Africa are joining forces at country, regional, and global levels to contribute to sustainable development in the face of climate change.

More videos:

New video from GWP Central America: Local solutions for adaptation and development

GWP’s channel on YouTube

Sustainable water management on 2030 agenda

GWP welcomes the aspirational 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by Member States at the UN General Assembly on September 25th. The transformational vision of the agenda is ambitious and will need an unwavering commitment on the part of everyone. GWP will play its part.

Read more. (article published by GWP global)

Transboundary plan in Albania and Montenegro

A transboundary integrated management plan for the Buna/Bojana Area in Albania and Montenegro was presented on 7 September in Ulcinj, Montenegro. The plan considers impacts on the coastal zone and the river basin from agriculture, tourism, and urbanisation

Read more. (article published by GWP Mediterranean)

7th WACDEP Technical Coordination Workshop

The Water Resources Commission in collaboration with Ghana Country Water Partnership of GWP hosted the 7th WACDEP Technical Coordination Workshop in Accra, Ghana on 5-7 October.

Read more. (article published by WACDEP Africa)

Partnership for water and sanitation in Karachi

In the early 2000s it was clear to the citizens and municipality of the megacity of Karachi, Pakistan, that nothing short of stakeholder empowerment would be sufficient to overcome the urban water management problems facing the city. The result was the GWP-supported Karachi Water Partnership which has successfully served as a platform for collective action by citizens, government, and the private sector to better manage water resources.

Read more. (article published by GWP global)

GWP in the news (September-October 2015)

Energy and fuel: Gas prices to remain fixed throughout winter (Malta Independent Online)

7th WACDEP Technical Coordination Meeting opens in Accra (Graphic Online)

Water Resources Minister inaugurates WACDEP meeting (Ghana News Agency)

BeWater works with Tunisian youth in water resources management and climate change adaptation (BeWater)

SADC to discuss water sector cooperation (StarAfrica)

No phone signal in a disaster? Solar network 'in a box' to the rescue (Reuters)

Coming events

22 Oct 2015, ICCG webinar: Urban Climate Resilience and Decision Making with Focus on Water

22 Oct 2015, CDP's 2015 Global Water Forum, Tokyo, Japan

27 Oct 2015, Water-Drop project Capitalization seminar, Rome, Italy

November training courses on water management, HR Wallingford, UK

9 Nov - 6 Dec 2015, Introduction to Water Diplomacy, UNITAR e-learning course

17-18 Nov 2015, Securing Sustainable Water For All, Karachi, Pakistan

9-11 Dec 2015, Water Security 2015, University of Oxford, UK

Vacancies

Resource Mobilisation and Partnership Manager, deadline 8 November 2015.

People Obituary of former GWP CEE Patron Mr. Árpád Göncz (Washington Post) 6

New Resources

The State of Food and Agriculture 2015 (FAO)

Friends of Governance for Sustainable Development

17goals.org

Report: 2015 UN-Water Zaragoza Conference from Vision to Action (in pdf)

Online Ecosystem Value Estimator (USAID Mekong ARCC)

The Oceans and US (Eye on Earth Community)

Video: SD14 - An Ocean Opportunity (The Global Ocean Commission)

Calls

Journal of Global Resources. Deadline 21 October.

Join the UNEP-DHI Eco Challenge 2016 as a country partner. Deadline 31 October.

Desalination for the Environment Clean Water and Energy (EDS). Deadline 30 November.

GLOBAL

Narrative Report September 2015 IDMP and APFM Compiled by Frederik

1. APFM Advisory and Management Committee Meetings Well attended meeting on 07 and 08 September in Geneva with plenty of follow-up. Meeting report with details will be released over the next weeks.

2. IDMP Advisory and Management Committee Meetings Well attended meeting on 09 and 10 September with plenty of follow-up. Meeting report with details will be released over the next weeks.

Pictures from the IDMP Advisory Committee Meetings

GWP Regions

CARIBBEAN

Global Water Partnership-Caribbean (GWP-C) Monthly Report for September 2015

Activities

GWP-C and NIHERST Rainwater Harvesting Model Exhibited at International Project Management Conference in Trinidad

The National Institute of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (NIHERST) was invited to have an exhibit at the Project Management Conference of the Southern Caribbean Chapter on September 22nd and 23rd, 2015 in Trinidad.

The Conference which was put on by the Project Management Institute Southern Caribbean Chapter (PMI SCC) represented the 8th International Biennial Conference of the organisation and was held under the theme “Project Management for a Sustainable World: Economic, Environmental and Social Sustainability For Successful Project Delivery.” Given the theme of the event, NIHERST approached the Global Water Partnership-Caribbean (GWP-C) to partner by exhibiting the GWP-C and NIHERST Rainwater Harvesting (RWH) demonstration model at the Conference.

In December 2014 with the assistance of NIHERST and the Water Resources Authority (WRA) of Jamaica, the GWP-C produced a new and improved version of its original RWH travelling model established in 2010. The new RWH model which was exhibited at the Project Management Conference promotes the same methodology of the original model where it is equipped with a first- flush diverter which promotes minimising contamination and enhancing the quality of captured and stored rainwater. The water that is first captured on the rooftop of a RWH system can be contaminated by animal droppings, among other debris. The first-flush system which would form the bottom part of the downpipe is used to divert the initial water with pollutants from the roof ensuring that it does not enter the storage device being used.

Cross-sections of the NIHERST exhibition booth at the Project Management Conference of the Southern Caribbean Chapter featuring the GWP-C-NIHERST Rainwater Harvesting (RWH) model. Mr. Sean Deolat, Project Officer at NIHERST is seen sharing information with visitors to the booth.

GWP-C and NIHERST’s RWH model exhibited at the International Conference sparked a lot of interest by the hundreds of national, regional and international practitioners attending the event. NIHERST Project Officers, Mr. Sean Deolat and Ms. Davvia DeMerieux who have been involved in various RWH activities done in partnership between GWP-C and NIHERST were stationed at the exhibit to provide information on the work of both organisations in the area of RWH. Visitors to the RWH exhibit at the Conference also received a combination of NIHERST and GWP-C brochures and memorabilia on RWH and water security.

The GWP-C was pleased to support NIHERST in this activity with the use of the RWH model and remains committed to continuing to work with NIHERST and its other partners in building awareness on water sustainability.

GWP-C Welcomes Six New Partners

During the month of September, the Global Water Partnership-Caribbean (GWP-C) welcomed six (6) new partners. They include:

Sustain T&T – Based in Trinidad and Tobago, this non-governmental organisation (NGO) is dedicated to championing environmental sustainability and sustainable living in Trinidad and Tobago, through education, information exchange, community building and public engagement. Sustain T&T strives to become a primary resource in the country for information and education services related to sustainable and green living activities.

HaiT&T Foundation – This NGO based in Trinidad and Tobago was founded in 2010 by Trinidad and Tobago professions in response to the devastating earthquake in Haiti. The organisation’s motto is “Building a foundation for children in need” and some of its main objectives are: - To improve the quality of life in terms of security, education and opportunity for the most vulnerable in society. - Sustainable development, hence the need to provide water and electricity on an ongoing basis with the least possible resources. - Utilise technology, improving the status quo. E.g. solar energy - Forming links with partners and stakeholders sharing the same vision.

Foundation to Change the Image of Haiti (FOCIH) – This NGO works regionally and internationally and is based in the United States of America. One of its main objectives is to promote healthy living conditions among the impoverished population in Haiti by addressing waste, water and air quality management. The FOCIH also works to plan and build safe, decent and affordable shelter, as well as, provide technical training and development assistance in construction, disaster planning, waste and water filtration systems.

Caribbean Well Service Company Limited – Based in Trinidad and Tobago, this private company does work on a national, regional and international scale. The organisation offers a commercially viable Oilfield Management solution and is also involved in drilling water wells and water and wastewater treatment. The company’s team is made up of a range of professionals with such as: geologists, hydrogeologist, reservoir engineers, process engineers, wellsite engineers, petroleum specialists, among others.

Bendals Community Group (BCG) – Based in Antigua, this community-based organisation (CBO) focuses on community development and advocacy and seeks to impact the educational, environmental, social and economic facets of their community. The organisation since being formed in 2001 has executed various activities and projects to support community development. Environmental Awareness Group (EAG) – Based in Antigua, this NGO’s vision is for a society that is informed and empowered to sustainably use and manage its natural resources. Some of EAG’s main activities include: - Raising public awareness of the value of and threats to natural resources and promoting their sustainable management. - Promoting civil society participation in environmental decision-making and management. - Developing and implementing natural resource conservation projects that advance a better understanding of the use and management of natural resources. - Advocating for policies, legislation and programmes which support sustainable use and management of natural resources.

GWP-C and GWP African Regions Engage in South-South Learning at WACDEP Meeting

Dr. Natalie Boodram, Programme Manager of the Global Water Partnership-Caribbean’s (GWP-C’s), Water, Climate and Development Programme (WACDEP) participated virtually at the annual Global Water Partnership (GWP) African WACDEP Technical Coordination Meeting on October 5th, 2015.

The GWP-C was asked to present on its current “Caribbean Climate-Proofing Water Investment” project which is being executed under its WACDEP Programme carried out in partnership with the Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (CCCCC) with funding from the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN). Key to the initiative is the development of a Caribbean Climate Resilience and Water Security Investment Plan (CCReWSIP) which aims to provide a coordinated and programmatic approach to identifying, prioritising and sourcing finance for actions to enhance the climate resilience of the Caribbean through improved water resources management.

Following the Meeting, Dr. Boodram explained that similar challenges were identified between the Caribbean and African regions. She pointed out that similar to the Caribbean, African governments don’t simply want an investment plan document; they want funds (financial resources) and on the ground projects. As a result, during her presentation, Dr. Boodram was able to share how GWP-C’s WACDEP is trying to expedite the projects and funding elements under CCReWSIP.

The GWP-C WACDEP presentation was well-received at the Meeting and reinforced GWP-C’s commitment to engaging in south-south learning exchanges with other GWP regions to support strengthening its working and gaining knowledge from other regions’ experiences.

Coming Events

GWP-C to Host First-Ever Electronic Annual General Meeting (E-AGM)

The Global Water Partnership-Caribbean (GWP-C) plans to host its first-ever Electronic Annual General Meeting (E-AGM) on November 10th, 2015. The online meeting will be GWP-C’s 10th AGM and will be hosted via an online video platform.

The effort to move towards an electronic platform for the AGM is to allow for greater participation among GWP-C’s eighty (80) plus Partners in more than twenty (20) countries. The General Assembly (GWP-C’s Partners) is the highest decision making body of the organisation and therefore GWP-C’s Partners’ involvement, inputs and participation in the E-AGM is crucial to the strategic direction of the organisation.

CENTRAL AFRICA

 LCBC, For the implementation of IWRM for transboundary water resources management From the 7th to 10th September, 2015 was held in N’djamena, Chad a training workshop for staff and experts of the Lake Chad Basin Commission (LCBC) on IWRM for transboundary water resources management.

Organized by the Department of Natural Resources Management of the LCBC in collaboration with GWP Central Africa (GWP CAf), the workshop brought together fifteen participants from the secretariat of the LCBC.

The objective was to strengthen their understanding of the IWRM concept and its principles, and also develop their capacity in using some specific IWRM planning tools with a special focus on development and management of transboundary water resources. It also aimed at ensuring a common understanding of the concepts, principles and planning process of IWRM among key staff of the LCBC secretariat.

Participants were edified by four experts from the Global Water Partnership Network in Africa, through presentations, group work and debates for a period of four days, on water resources management terminology, and the concept, principles, planning process for IWRM. The highlight was the “prisoner’s dilemma” exercise to demonstrate the importance of dialogue and negotiation in water and natural resources management.

At the end of the workshop, participants were happy with the knowledge gained and indicated they had a better understanding of the concept and principles of IWRM. They further appreciated the pedagogical materials that were handed to them to help them strengthen their understanding of IWRM.

 ECCAS and GWP-CAf for setting up National Hydrology and Meteorology Services (NHMS) in Central Africa From 29th to 30th September, 2015 the meeting of the “Taskforce” for the development of central Africa regional hdyro-meteorological strategy was held in Douala, Cameroon. It was 13

organized by the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) in collaboration with GWP-CAf.

In addition to ECCAS and GWP-CAf’s experts, the meeting was attended by national experts in meteorology and hydrology from Cameroon, Congo, Chad, DR Congo, Gabon and Sao Tomé é Principe as well as representatives of UNESCO and Lake Chad Basin Commission (LCBC).

The “Taskforce” meeting planned during a working visit conducted by GWP-CAf to Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) in July 2015, enabled experts to better understand the regional hydrometeorological strategy elaboration process and approve the regional synthesis report of baseline studies for National Hydrological and Meteorological Services conducted in six (6) pilot countries in Central Africa. The road map for the development of regional hydro meteorological services strategy in Central Africa was also discussed and approved.

At the opening ceremony, the representative of ECCAS highlighted that the Taskforce is the key decision making structure for the development of the regional hydrometeorological strategy. While, the GWP-CAf chair in his turn invited experts to be both strategic and proactive in improving the state of national hydrometeorological services by providing politicians with reliable information.

During two days of reflection, participants followed presentations on the ECCAS Water Information System, the GWP network and the Water, Climate and Development Program (WACDEP), the national hydrometeorological strategy elaboration process, the UNESCO project on “revising hydrological norms”, the ECCAS regional strategy on management and prevention of risks, and the regional synthesis report on the state of hydrometeorological services in Central Africa.

The regional synthesis report was approved in plenary, while the “Roadmap” for the elaboration of the regional hydrometeorological services strategy was discussed and approved through group work and plenary.

Lessons learned  Sharing hydro meteorological data between countries and institutions is very complex and needs to reflected upon with care;  Involving NMHS of all countries in the “taskforce” may not be possible for logistic reasons, thus representatives of Committees of Directors of National Meteorological Services and National Hydrological Services will be called upon to represent their peers.

Outcomes  The regional synthesis report of baseline study of National Hydrological and Meteorological Services for six pilot countries in Central Africa was adopted;  The road map for the development of regional hydro meteorological services strategy in Central Africa was adopted; 14

Recommendations to ECCAS and GWP-CAf  Experts strongly recommended that baseline studies be conducted for National Hydrological and Meteorological Services in Gabon and Equatorial Guinea;  The Niger River Basin Authority, which includes two Central African countries, should be included as a member of the Taskforce;  “Taskforce” should be formalised by a decision of ECCAS;  A resource mobilization strategy should be developed and executed by GWP and ECCAS to continue the next steps of the process.

CENTRAL AMERICA

Monthly Report September 2015

GWP PANAMA

On September 8-12, UTP organized a local replica of the regional toolbox workshop, organized last year by GWP Central America, with the participation of professors and other technical experts from the province of Cocle.

In October 2014, GWP Central America with the Technological University of Panama (UTP) organized a regional workshop to disseminate the possible academic uses of GWP´s ToolBox in the region. The facilitator for the regional workshop was Danka Thalmeinerova, Senior Knowledge Management Officer for GWP.

This year the University of Panama organized a replica of the regional workshop in the Cocle campus. The workshop was held with the participation of 20 people including UTP professors, representatives of the Ministry of Environment and other water experts.

Participants were given an overview of the Toolbox and the different documents available, as well as examples of how the tool is being used in other academic institutions. There was also a presentation on the various academic programs in the UTP that include studies related to IWRM.

The CWPs in the region have been coordinating local replicas to continue spreading the word on the use of Toolbox in the academic settings, last year GWP Nicaragua coordinated two workshops. 15

CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE

Monthly report September 2015

COUNTRY WATER PARTNERSHIPS activities

GWP Hungary

 17-18 September: The Hungarian Hydrological Society organized Youth Days in Balatonfüred where the winners of the national 2015 Stockholm Junior Water Prize competition and the national organizer were invited to deliver presentations on the SJWP and the experiences gained during the international final. The GWP Water Glossary was also presented to the audience.  29-30 September: The Hungarian Water Utility Association celebrating its 25th anniversary organized an International Best Practice Conference at the Hungarian Academy of Sciences in Budapest. Invited speakers were Kalanithy Vairavamoorthy GWP TEC member and József Gayer GWP Hungary chair.  Further development of the online GWP water glossary was carried out.  GWP Hungary homepage has been maintained and regularly updated.

GWP Slovenia

The final DAM 2015 event was organized on 11 September on Castle Snežnik by GWP Slovenija, Ministry of Environment and Slovenian Environment Agency (SEA). In the first part of the event SEA presented the high water mark of two floods in 2014 on the castle wall. The mayor and residents affected by the floods in 2014 presented their experiences with the last high waters. We also drew attention to the fact that the floods are sooner or later followed by the drought and the need to prepare for both. After completing the presentation Mitja Bricelj, state secretary at the Ministry of Environment and Martina Zupan from Slovenia GWP awarded prizes to the winnwer of DAM 2015. Three winning schools received cameras, all participating schools were given the book "Planet Water", written by Lučka Kajfež Bogataj and 3 high quality flasks for water with the inscription "Let's drink tap water". The report on the event was published the same day on POP TV and internet pages of the Ministry of Environment (here and here).

 The conference "Implementation of the Adriatic-Ionian macro-regional strategy in Slovenia - Challenges and opportunities” was one day event in frame of celebration of the Day of Mediterrannean cost on 25 September. M. Zupan presented the project program Wise Island Water Management (WISELAND).

GWP Romania

Preparation of CWP-Romania slides for reporting to the 2nd RC meeting planned to be held during 3-6 October in Cres –Croatia. Also other requests and documents for the same meeting were analysed and responses sent as requested. Reading and preparatory activities for participation to the mentioned RC meeting

The Technical Committee had 3 new Technical Focus Papers launched on 28 August in Stockholm. They were disseminated to our Local Partners including the indicated mode from the invitation to find out more at the link on GWP page. It was also indicated the possibility to ask for some printed copies for universities or technical libraries.

Next steps and Potential outcomes: All these activities and documents made available to our partners are a real help for them, as per their feedback. They also help increasing GWP visibility at all levels, global, regional and national.

Administrative activities: Works for the CWP site format update, and completion with the already mentioned recently finalized produced and/or translated documents related to IWRM processes: strategies elaboration, experts and public consultations, etc.

IDMP CEE activities

Guidelines for preparation of the Drought Management Plans were released

On 4 September the Guidelines for preparation of the Drought Management Plans as part of the River Basin Management Plan were officially released.

The Guidelines for download.

Article about the release.

Press release in EurActiv.

IDMP CEE forest experts published an article Bulgarian experts involved in the IDMP CEE demonstration project Assessment of drought impact on forests published an article about the results in Silva Balcanica.

Input for the “ICT for Water Security” training manual

IDMP CEE was invited to participate to the training manual for decision makers on “ICT for Water Security” with some case studies. The publication is part of the project run by Central European

University and connected with the initiative called “Eye on Earth” - global initiative, comprised of a diverse set of stakeholders (UNEP, UNOOSA, USEPA, WRI, GEO, EEA, etc.) from all around the world aiming to increase access to information to support sustainable development.

Three case studies have been prepared and published.

GWP CEE Secretariat activities

In September 2015 GWP CEE Secretariat was dealing mainly with:  Finalizing the Danube Art Master 2015 competition and communicating with the international jury.  Finalizing IDMP publications - Guidelines on Natural Small Water Retention Measures, Case Studies, 3 Technical/Briefing notes.  Richard Muller attended the Second Workshop for the preparation of the Tisza project proposal on 17 September in Szolnok, Hungary  Richard Muller attended Horizon 2020 Information Day for SC5-2016 calls on 21 September in Brussels, Belgium.  Richard Muller and Sabina Bokal attended TCP Danube kick-off event on 23-24 September in Budapest, Hungary.  Sabina Bokal attended the Carpathian Convention to present GWP CEE activities, projects and field of work, in order to find some common interests and joint initiatives. BTOR  Preparations of content and logistics for the Regional Council meeting on 4-5 October.  Preparation of 2015 reporting and 2016 workplan.  Preparation of an input to RESOURCE (H2020) and LIFE SOS (LIFE) proposals.  WaterInnEU project clarification on possibility of earlier start of GWP CEE lead Work Package 8 with leaders of the WP5, 6 and 7, as an input to the regular teleconference on 6 October.

UPCOMING EVENTS:  4-5 October – Council Meeting, Cres, Croatia.  6-7 October – Drought project preparatory meeting, Vienna, Austria  8-9 October – Water JPI workshop, Orleans, France  15-16 October – ICPDR PP EG meeting, Budapest, Hungary  21-24 October, EUROPE-INBO 2015, Thessaloniki  17-20 November, UN ECE Water Convention Meeting of the Parties (MoP), Budapest, Hungary  1-2 December, ICPDR Ordinary Meeting, Vienna, Austria

CENTRAL ASIA AND CAUCASUS

1. The First meeting of the Coordination Group on Regional Information Space for Water and Environment in Central Asia

GWP CACENA Regional Coordinator Vadim Sokolov took part in the first meeting of the Coordination Group on a Regional Information Space for Water and Environment in Central Asia initiated by UNECE that was held on 1- 2 September 2015 in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

Representatives of regional institutions, such as EC IFAS, SIC ICWC, SIC ICSD, BWO Amudarya, BWO Syrdarya, Regional Hydrological Center, CAREC, Regional Mountain Centre for Central Asia, CDC “Energy”, ICWC Secretariat, ICSD Secretariat, as well as representatives of key donors (World bank, SDC, GIZ, UNEP) participated in this meeting.

The mission of the Coordination Group is to create conditions for governance and coordination of activities of all stakeholders on development of regional information space for water and environment in Central Asia. It is expected that such regional space will provide a comprehensive body of open and easily interpretable information and will be used by the Governments of Central Asia and the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea and its organizations as a decision support tool. The public, academia, educational institutions and civil society should also have access to this information space.

Leaders of Coordination Group (from left): Saghit Ibatullin (UNECE Convention Monitoring Expert from CA), Shukhrat Talipov (EC IFAS), Bo Libert and Marton Krasnay (UNECE), Vadim Sokolov (GWP CACENA/SIC ICWC)

The meeting was organized in form of 8 sessions:

 Setting the scene  Achievements and problems in data production, analysis and information exchange  Principles, common criteria and structure of the information space  Better decision support based on reliable, agreed upon information  Scope of information  Geographical coverage and sources of information  Legal basis and financing

 Transparency, access by academia, universities and the civil society

Working moments of the Coordination Group meeting

2. The Two-Day International Conference dedicated to 15 years of the Agreement between Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan

GWP CACENA Regional Coordinator Vadim Sokolov took part in the two-day international conference dedicated to 15 years since the date of signature of the Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic on the Use of Water Management Facilities of Intergovernmental Status on the Rivers Chu and Talas that started in Chok-Tal village, Issyk-Kul province on 16 September 2015.

This Agreement was signed by the Governments of the Kyrgyz Republic and Kazakhstan in January 2000 and later ratified by National Parliaments in order to ensure mutually beneficial cooperation on use of water management facilities of intergovernmental status on the Chu and Talas rivers.

Mr. Tilek Isabekov, Co-chair of the Chu-Talas Water Commission from Kyrgyz party, First Deputy Director General of the Department for Water Resources and Land Reclamation, the Kyrgyz Ministry of Agriculture and Land 20

Reclamation in his welcome speech underlined the importance of given Agreement for development of bilateral cooperation for reliable water supply in the two transboundary river basins.

Co-chair of the Commission from Kazakh party Mr. Yerlan Nysanbayev, Vice-Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan also emphasized the significance of efforts undertaken within the framework of this Agreement, including development of principles governing joint water management based on the interests of each state.

The Conference brought up about 100 participants, including representatives of the national ministries and agencies from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, the International Fund for saving the Aral Sea, the international organizations such as GWP CACENA, UNECE, OSCE, GIZ, SDC, as well as individual water professionals.

3. The 67th meeting of the Interstate Commission for Water Coordination in Central Asia

GWP CACENA Regional Coordinator Vadim Sokolov took part in the 67th meeting of the Interstate Commission for Water Coordination in Central Asia, which was held on 17th of September 2015 in Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyz Republic.

Opening of the 67th meeting of ICWC and some working moments

ICWC meeting was held under the chairmanship of the First Deputy Director General of the Department for Water Resources and Land Reclamation, the Kyrgyz Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, Mr. Tilek Isabekov. The following issues were discussed in accordance with the agreed agenda:

1. Fulfillment of water withdrawals quotas and operation regimes of the reservoir cascades in the Amudarya and Syrdarya River Basins over the growing season 2015 and the forecast for the non-growing season 2015-2016.

2. Presentation and discussion of proposals and comments received in the course of interdepartmental approval at the national level of the draft Agreement between the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, the Republic of Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and the Republic of Uzbekistan on Information and Analytical Support of Water Management, Use, and Protection in the Aral Sea Basin and the Arrangement of Interstate Exchange of Information.

3. Consideration of GIZ Project Concept “Promoting enhancement of regional water cooperation in Central Asia by building capacities of BWO Amudarya, BWO Syrdarya and their divisions”.

4. Agenda and venue of the next 68th ICWC meeting.

Relevant decisions were made on all the above issues.

Procedure of the 67th ICWC meeting Protocol signing by ICWC members – Heads of National Water authorities of five countries

Taking occasion of the 67th meeting of Interstate Commission for Water Coordination (ICWC), Directors of two Basin Organizations (BWO Amudarya and BWO Syrdarya), Mr. Makhramov and Mr. Kholkhudjaev visited Bishkek on transit to Issykkul on 15th September. Using this opportunity GWP CACENA Secretariat organized a working meeting of those persons with WACDEP CACENA Project Manager, Mr. Djailoobaev to discuss results of climate change adaptation activities under the WACDEP CACENA project and how they could be used by BWOs in their water resources management practices.

4. The Pilot Training for Strengthening Model Capacity

GWP CACENA Regional Secretariat in cooperation with the World Bank conducted the Pilot Training for Strengthening Model Capacity, which was held in Almaty, Kazakhstan on 28 September - 3 October 2015.

The objective of this pilot training is to strengthen model capacity –get people to understand a modeling. The training was delivered on the basis of the curriculum targeted for mid-level decision makers. The goal is to work through the process of modeling, using the 3 models as guides but not getting "under the hood" too much. This includes selecting basin boundaries, time span, defining questions, understanding the different types of models for different uses, etc., so that the workshop participants understand the general approach and ask the right questions to the modelers. This pilot training was delivered for 20 mid-level managers represented 6 countries (including Afghanistan) who have little experience in modeling.

Applications of water resources management models and best practices for selecting suitable models were presented and discussed. This was followed by a general discussion of the audience. In addition, categories of possible water resources problems in the region that need modeling support were discussed in general terms. The Aral Sea Basin is comprised of 2 main river basins - the Syrdarya and Amudarya - and the problems of both should be considered. These included basin hydrology, water consumption, and water use efficiency.

The key organizers of the pilot training: Anatoliy Sorokin (SIC ICWC), Daryl Fields (World Bank), Vadim Sokolov (GWP CACENA)

A pilot training was implemented to redefine the curriculum for a longer-term training program. The regional water project concurrently was scoped, as part of the implementation of ASBP3 as agreed upon in the EC-IFAS World Bank MOU. Implementation proposes to include developing an information system, which is in line with the Road Map objectives to develop a (1) an information/data portal, (2) training on modeling, and (3) professional development.

Participants of the training

However, several things are needed to follow up this pilot activity as input to development of the regional project: a structure for training that was tested; a curriculum for training, customization of the training based on country's needs and issues; and a results framework to indicate what success from the training program looks like.

Collaboration will continue during 2016 with the Model Expert Group (MEG).

5. Preparing the Work Plan and Budget 2016

GWP CACENA Regional Secretariat during September 2015 organized a consultation process with all CWPs concerning the work plan and budget for 2016. It is important to note that Mongolia will actively participate in WACDEP-2. Taking this into account, budget allocation for 2016 was specifically discussed.

6. Second WASTEnet Technical Seminar on Natural Treatment Systems and Constructed Wetlands

CWP-Armenia took part at the Seminar "Introducing NTS and CWs as a viable alternative for Wastewater Treatment of Small Communities" organized by the Ilia State University of Armenia on 24 September 2015.

Participants

Ms. Arevik Hovsepyan , CWP-Armenia Coordinator, made the presentation "Natural Wastewater Treatment Systems: Institutional and Financing Considerations, Lessons from Armenia". This presentation is based on the results of WACDEP CACENA demonstration project in Armenia.

Mr. Artak Mkrtumyan, representing the Parakar village, informed participants about problems related to the treatment station operation (people behaviour, financing, technical issues, etc.).

7. Final presentation of USAID project "Clean Energy and Water"

On 23 September 2015 CWP-Armenia participated at the final presentation of USAID project. The management plan for the Armenian Southern watershed, methodology for environmental flow assessment, as well as the pilot projects on saving the energy and water resources, were developed within the USAID project.

8. Project proposal "Development of Climate Change Adaptation Action Plan at the Local Level"

CWP-Armenia prepared the project proposal "Development of Climate Change Adaptation Action Plan at the Local Level" for submission to the competition announced by the Climate East Forum (estimated grant - 12000 euro).

It is supposed to develop the Action Plan on Climate Change Adaptation for 3 settlements in the Lory and Shirak areas of Armenia.

9. WACDEP CACENA in Armenia

CWP-Armenia made a contract with LLC "JRAHAMUS" on the lagoons and the sedimentary pond refinement.

The contract with specialist on Hyacinthus cultivation and fish breeding for creating proper environment in the naturally aerating pond was made.

The monitoring of wastewater treatment and water quality was conducted.

Cultivation of Hyacinthus Fish breeding pond

10. The Roundtable on Biological Technologies for Treatment of Saline Soil

The Roundtable on Biological Technologies for Treatment of Saline Soil organized by CWP-Azerbaijan was held on 22 September 2015 in Baku.

Participants (total: 26 people): Public Corporation on Land Reclamation and Water Management of Azerbaijan, Scientific Production Association on Hydraulic Engineering and Land Reclamation of Azerbaijan, Institute "AZGIPROVODHOZ", USA Company "KENZBIO".

GWP CACENA RC Member Mr. Osmanov informed participants about available water resources of Azerbaijan, IWRM in the republic. Participants noted importance of such meetings.

11. The World Bank seminar

CWP-Kyrgyzstan is a member of the Inter-departmental Technical Working Group on developing a new project "Water Resources Management in Central Asia (CA - WaRM)". This project was initiated by the Department on Water Management of the Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan and the World Bank for strengthening management of information system on water resources and knowledge platform for water management in Central Asia.

CWP-Kyrgyzstan as a member of the Inter-departmental Technical Working Group on developing a new project participate in the seminar organized by the World Bank on 7 September 2015 in Bishkek. Ms. Kasiet Musabaeva informed participants about CWP-Kyrgyzstan activity on capacity building, access and shairing information on water resources management etc.

12. FinWaterWEI meeting

The working meeting on cooperation between CWP-Kyrgyzstan and FinWaterWEI program coordinator Ms. Tea Turnros was held on 15 September 2015 in the FinWaterWEI office in Bishkek. The FinWaterWEI program assistant Ms. Gruzdova and the Aarhus Centre Director Mr. Nurbekov attended also the meeting. The FinWaterWEI II Programme as assistance for water sector is being implemented in Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan under support of the Government of Finland.

The theme: Brief information about current and further activity of participants related to IWRM and other "water" issues and public awareness, gender issue and synergy within implementing activity.

13. Conference "Cooperation on Ecology between Finland and Kyrgyzstan"

CWP-Kyrgyzstan participated in the Conference "Cooperation on Ecology between Finland and Kyrgyzstan" held on 16 September 2015 in Bishkek. The key themes: management of environmental data for climate change adaptation and rational nature management. Organizers: the State Agency on Environment Protection and Forestry at the Government of Kyrgyzstan, KYRGYZHYDROMET at the Ministry of Emergency Situations and the State Agency on Geology and Mineral Resources at the Government of Kyrgyzstan.

14. Action "Clean Issyk Kul"

On 19-20 September 2015 CWP-Kyrgyzstan jointly with the Public Fund "Clean Issyk Kul" and the Aarhus Centre took part in the cleaning of coastal zone of the Issyk Kul lake in Cholpon-ata. Professional divers and nature- lovers from Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan and Russia participated. During 2 days of rain, a lot of garbage (plastic bottles and bags, toys etc.) was collected. This action aimed to draw public attention to protection of Issyk Kul lake and safe swimming of Kyrgyz people and guests.

15. Seminar for young government employees of water sector from Central Asia and Afghanistan

The Seminar for young government employees of water sector from Central Asia and Afghanistan organized by the German-Kazakh University jointly with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Germany, the Ministry of Foreign

Affairs of Kazakhstan, UNESCO, World Bank, OSCE, the UN Regional Centre of Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia, was held on 23-25 September 2015 in Almaty. CWP-Kyrgyzstan and CWP-Tajikistan took part in the seminar. CWP-Tajikistan Coordinator Prof Yarash Pulatov as a National Expert, made presentation "National legislation of Tajikistan on water resources management and climate". CWP-Kyrgyzstan Coordinator Mr. Abdybay Djailoobaev as a National Expert, made presentation "National legislation of Kyrgyzstan on water resources management ". He informed about reform in water resources management (basin management principle), monitoring and information exchange, flood control, land reform (right of property), and water resources protection.

16. Green development strategy of Ulaanbaatar city

The meetings on Green development strategy of Ulaanbaatar city were held from 1 till 28 September 2015. CWP-Mongolia as a consulting and professional organization is involved to development of green strategy of capital city mostly focusing on water security and water scarcity of Ulaanbaatar city.

17. SDG meeting

CWP-Mongolia with the Cluster office of Parliament of Mongolia organized the SDG meeting on 17 September 2015 in Ulaanbaatar. More than 20 organizations and 50 people were invited to participate. The following people made presentations: Prof. Basandorj Davaa, State Secretary of Ministry of Construction and Urban Development Mr. Erdeneburen, and Ms.Bulgan from the Department on Sustainable Development of the Ministry of Green Development and Environment.

18. The North-East Asian Mayors Conference

CWP-Mongolia was invited to take part in the North-East Asian Mayors Conference held on 21-22 September 2015 in Ulaanbaatar. CWP-Mongolia representative participated in the panel "Sustainable water management for cities" and suggested to develop the IUWM approach and to increase the percentage of treated water for reuse.

The Mayors forum of North-East Asian cities

19. The High level meeting on Integrated Urban Water Management

CWP-Mongolia organized the workshop on Integrated Urban Water Management on 28 September 2015 in the Government House of Mongolia in Ulaanbaatar. The workshop was attended by Ms. Bayanselenge (Minister of Construction and Urban Development), Mr. Baterdene (Mayor of Ulaanbaatar city), the Minister of Environment and Green Development, Mr. Francois Brikke (GWPO, Sweden) and representatives from 23 organizations (total: 85 people). [The Workshop Program is attached]

20. Demonstration of water saving irrigation technologies

In order to promote irrigation technologies for all-year productive use of irrigated lands in central areas of Tajikistan the pilot sites for demonstrating water saving irrigation technologies were created by CWP-Tajikistan together with its partners (the Gissarsky research centre, the Institute "TajikNIIGiM"). Researches of young scientists are supported, the trainings on cropping technology for second yield using furrow and drip irrigation technologies, and the field lessons on soil characteristics (Photo 1) are being conducted. Maize after wheat harvesting is shown on the photo 2 (September 10, 2015).

Photo 1 Photo 2

21. The field seminar "Ruzisahro"

CWP-Tajikistan jointly with the department of intensive cropping technologies of the Institute of Agriculture of the Academy of Sciences of Tajikistan organized the field seminar for scientists, farmers, water specialists and other stakeholders on 17 September 2015. The aim is to demonstrate the intensive growing technologies for maize, nut, panic grass, sunflower, golden gram in the Gissarsky Valley.

22. The seminar "Furrow irrigation with stream partitioning and water measuring" The seminar "Furrow irrigation with stream partitioning and water measuring" under support of CWP-Tajikistan was held on 12 September 2015 in Kurgan-Tube, Khaatlon region. Representatives of WUA "Yangi Hayet", farmers, water specialists and other stakeholders took part. The aim was to inform participants about innovations and inventions in irrigation and ways to apply them in agriculture. The moderator was Mr. Aslonov, specialist-innovator.

23. Training seminar on IWRM implementation On 8 September 2015 CWP-Uzbekistan in cooperation with WUA of Pastdargom district of Samarkand region organized the training seminar on IWRM implementation. Specialists of WUA and the leaders of some farms actively implementing IWRM principles took part in the seminar. Tools and new solutions for IWRM implementation coupled with economic and financial mechanisms as well technical ones were discussed. Close cooperation between water users and water consumers in order to minimize water losses was also considered.

Participants (total: 26 people) agreed to develop the incentive mechanism for water saving not only for water consumers but also for water management organizations. Integration of water organizations, legal tools for independence and self-discipline as well consulting agencies are needed to be developed. Participants noted that GWP Partnership can assist effectively in such activity. Additionally farmers raised the problem of simplification of mutual control of water distribution between WUAs and farms.

Appendix 1 Integrated Urban Water Management Workshop Program Mongolia, 28 September –2 October 2015

1. Context

Water security is under threat in many urban areas. The very nature of urbanization contributes to water stress: rapid population growth, inadequate planning, pollution, poverty, competing demands on the resource, and the urban water consumption is likely to double by 2025. In addition, climate change is expected to cause significant changes as well in precipitation patterns which will affect the availability of water and induce water related disasters.

The urban population of Mongolia is currently at 69% of the total population (about 3 million inhabitants) and expected to go to 78% by 2025;45% live in Ulan Bator. Drinking water coverage is estimated to be of 78% and only 64% of the urban population has access to sanitation facilities, but the percentage has gone down over the years because of increased urbanization and unplanned settlements. The water resources are very unevenly distributed in Mongolia, and the water quality has become a critical issue. Furthermore Mongolian Mining and other industries have caused severe pollution of watercourses leading to increased pressure on scarce water resources.

Integrated Urban Water Management (IUWM) provides a framework for interventions over the entire water cycle and a reconsideration of the way water is used (and reused). IUWM addresses trade-offs among water users: agriculture, industry, household, and ecosystems. More and more governments recognise the importance of taking such an approach to address the challenges of cities.

To address the growing need of IUWM, GWP in collaboration with key partners (the University of South Florida and the Water Partnership Program of the World Bank) have developed an IUWM toolkit and training modules for stakeholders at all levels, and which will be presented in Mongolia for the first time.

2. Objectives of the Workshop

The main objective of the Workshop is to contribute to the well-being of the urban population of Mongolia by improving water and wastewater management through the implementation of an integrated approach.

The specific objectives are:

 To introduce the concept and principles of Integrated Urban Water Management (IUWM) to a high level panel of 20 persons representing the urban sector of Mongolia, and to 25 professional staff who will subsequently benefit from a more

detailed training workshop. This first meeting will be held in Ulaanbaatar on Monday 28 September.  To implement a training session of 3 days with 25 professionals on how to implement an integrated approach based on modules that were developed by the University of South Florida, the Global Water Partnership and the Water Partnership Program of the World Bank. This training session will held in the Mandal Resort, 55 km away from Ulaanbaatar, from 29September to 2 October.

3. Proposed agenda

Time Activities Persons involved Monday 28 September 2015 High level “IUWM’ meeting in Ulaanbaatar - State Government building, Conference Room A 09:30 – 10:00 Registration of participants MWP Introductory session 10:00 – 10:10 Welcome and introduction of participants Professor Basandorj, Coordinator Mongolia Water Partnership 10:10 – 10:15 Opening speech M. Battsogt, Member of Parliament and President of Mongolian Water Partnership 10:15 – 10:25 Opening remarks HE M. Tsogtbaatar, Minister of Construction and Urban Development 10:25 – 10:35 Opening address World Bank Representative

10:35 – 10:45 Workshop objectives and link with SDGs M. Francois Brikke, Global Water Partnership 10:45 – 11:00 Presentation on Water Management in M. Bat-Erdene,Vice Mayor of Ulanbaatar Ulanbaatar City 11:00 – 11:30 Coffee break and group photo Introducing the Integrated Urban Water Management Approach 11:30 – 12:00 Presentation on Key concept and principles M. Francois Brikke, GWP of IUWM 12:00 – 12:20 Presentation on IUWM case studies Dr Seneshaw Tsegaye, USF

12:20 – 12:50 Panel discussion with participants M. Francois Brikke and M. Matthijs Schuring, World Bank 12:50 – 13:00 Conclusion and closing of session M. Battsogt, Member of Parliament and President of Mongolian Water Partnership 13:00 – 14:00 Lunch 4th floor building Field visit Ulanbaatar and drive to Mandal Resort 14:00 – 17:00 Field visit in UB and drive to Mandal Resort MWP (55km away from UB) 17:00 Arrival at external Workshop Site 19:00 – 20:00 Dinner Tuesday 29 September IUWM Technical Workshop

08:30 – 08:45 Introduction to the IUWM Technical Dr Seneshaw Tsegaye Workshop 08:45 – 09:15 Presentation on Stakeholders Engagement M. Francois Brikke 09:15 – 10:00 Group exercise on Stakeholders Engagement All 10:00 – 10:30 Feed-back from group exercise All 10:30 – 11:00 Coffee break 11:00 – 12:00 Presentation on the IUWM Diagnostic Tool Dr Seneshaw Tsegaye 12:00 – 12:30 Getting familiar with the tool on computers All

12:30 – 13:00 Question and answers session 13:00 – 14:00 Lunch 14:00 – 14:30 Presentation: Integrating stakeholders M. Francois Brikke engagement process and the IUMM diagnostic tool 14:30 – 15:30 Group exercise using the computerized All model + planning for an appraisal mission 15:30 – 16:00 Coffee Break 16:00 – 17:00 Feed back in plenary and discussion on the All tool 17:00 Conclusion M. Matthijs Schuring 19:00 – 20:00 Dinner Wednesday 30 September 08:30 – 08:45 Recalling main lessons learnt from Day 1 and M. Ankur Gupta 2 08:45 – 09:45 Presentation: Introduction to the Water Dr Seneshaw Tsegaye Balance tool 09:45 – 10:30 Group exercise: Using the Water Balance All tool 10:30 – 11:00 Feed back in plenary All 11:00 – 11:30 Coffee break 11:30 – 12:00 Presentation: Introducing the concept of M. Francois Brikke beneficiation for sanitation 12:00 – 12:30 Presentation: examples from different cities Dr Seneshaw Tsegaye 12:30 – 13:00 Presentation: The Sanitation challenge in Prof Basandorj Mongolia and discussion 13:00 – 14:00 Lunch 14:00 – 14:45 Presentation: Defining sanitation Dr Seneshaw Tsegaye technological options (Household and city levels) 14:45 – 15:30 Group exercise: Defining technological All options (Household and city levels) 15:30 – 16:00 Coffee break 16:00 – 17:00 Group exercise: final selection criteria for M. Francois Brikke the technical option (cost, management, institutional and normative parameters) 17:00 Conclusion M. Matthijs Schuring 19:00 – 20:00 Dinner 20:00 – 21:00 Evening discussion: IUWM and the SDGs M. Francois Brikke

Thursday 1 October 08:30 – 08:45 Main lessons learnt from Day 3 All 37

08:45 – 09:15 Presentation : Institutional Set-Up M. Francois Brikke

09:15 – 10:15 Group exercise : Designing an institutional All matrix and institutional analysis 10:15 – 10:30 Discussion on institutional set up All 10:30 – 11:00 Coffee break 11:00 – 12:00 Presentation : planned modules on IUWM M. Matthijs Schuring Economics & Financing

12:00 – 13:00 Discussion on what participants consider All important to be included in these modules 13:00 – 14:00 Lunch 14:00 – 14:30 Presentation: Planning for and implementing M. Francois Brikke IUWM 14:30 – 15:30 Group exercise: Planning for and All implementing IUWM in Mongolia and next steps 15:30 – 16:00 Coffee Break All 16:00 – 16h30 Conclusion Prof. Basandorj, M. Francois Brikke, Dr Seneshaw, M. Matthijs Schuring, M. Ankur Gupta 16:30 – 17:30 Certificate Ceremony and Closing of All Workshop 19:00 – 20:00 Dinner Friday 2 October 09:00 Departure to Ulaanbaatar All

CHINA

Global Water PartnershipChina (GWPChina)

Activities

2015 Heavy Metal Remediation Summit

On July 17 and 18, 2015, the 2015 Heavy Metal Remediation Summit was held in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province. The event was organized by China Ecological Restoration Website, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Zhangshan University, Guangdong Provincial Environment Research Institute and Guangzhou Environmental Technology Center and co- organized by China Environment Research Institute and GWP China and others, with over 600 participants. There were 5 key-note speeches and 28 presentations on four sub-topics: heavy metal pollution, health risk and ecological security, heavy metal pollution treatment and ecological restoring in mining areas; heavy metal pollution treatment and soil management in farmlands; polluted sites treatment and restoration and management.

Mr.ZhengRugang, Coordinator of GWP China, participated in the Summit. Prof. Cui Shubing from Pearl River Water Resources Research Institute, recommended by GWP China, gave a presentation entitled “Heavy Metal Pollution to Water Resources and Restoration of Water Environment in Pearl River Basin”. Mr.Zheng had discussed with Prof. Huang Jinlou, Director of China Ecological Restoration Website and Associate Researcher, ChineseAcademy of Sciences, for further cooperation in coming years between the two organizations.

In Media

News of the Summit was shared by various online media sources as seen below:  http://www.er-china.com/index.php?m=content&c=index&a=lists&catid=956 (China Ecological Restoration Website —in Chinese)  http://news.163.com/15/0909/09/B32GJ17R00014SEH.html(Net Base—in Chinese)  http://finance.china.com.cn/roll/20150909/3331661.shtml(China Finance--in Chinese)  http://digitalpaper.stdaily.com/http_www.kjrb.com/kjrb/html/2015- 09/09/content_316258.htm?div=-1 (China Technology Daily—in Chinese)  http://www.gdep.gov.cn/zwxx_1/gzdt/dsdt/guangzhou/201509/t20150924_205337.htm l (Department of Environmental Protection of Guangdong Province)

Water Investment to the “Last Km”

On September 21 to 25, 2015, GWP China RWP, Standing Committee of the Shaanxi Provincial People's Congress, GWP China Shaanxi PWP and Water Resources Department of Shaanxi Province conducted a on-site survey under the framework of “WACDEP: Investment on Water” to collect the data and information on implementation of national and provincial investment on water projects, particularly on small irrigation areas and rural drinking water security. The “last Km” refers to the full completion of the irrigation structures invested by the national/provincial budgets; the final beneficiaries of the water projects in rural areas are farmers. The issue of “last Km” aims at achieving the best social benefits that can reflect the publicity, fairness, response and effectiveness

of policies.

The survey map was designed from the South, Middle to the North of Shaanxi Province, respectively in Hanzhong, Xianyang and Yulin areas. Shaanxi Province is located in an important position that connects East China and Central China as well as Northwest and Southwest China.Lying north-south high, intermediate low, Shaanxi has many landforms such as highland, mountainous region, plain and 40

basin.The geography of the area is described as desert in the north along the border with Inner Mongolia, the Loess Plateau in the central part of the province, the Qinling Mountain running east to west in the south central part, and subtropical climate south of the Qinling Mountain. Qinling Mountain, as the boundary of climate for South and North China, traverses the province from east to west. Qinling Mountain has the Yellow River water system to its north; with main branches include Kuyue River, Wuding River, Yanhe River, Luohe River and Jinghe River (branch of Weihe River) from north to south. Qinling has Yangtze River water system to its south, such as Jialing River, Hanjiang River and Danjiang River.

The survey group visited Xixiang County of Hanzhong, Jingyang County of Xianyang and Yuyang District of Yulin City, from South to North of Shaanxi Province. The small irrigation projects and rural drinking water situation were different in each geographical areas. The group investigated farmlands and irrigation projects, discussed with the local water authorities and the farmers, collected first-hand materials. The survey results will be managed to report to the related governmental decision-makers as references in their further planning of water investments on small irrigation areas and rural drinking water security development, in other words, on ‘last Km’ issue of the irrigation projects.

In Media

The water projects investment has been implemented since 2009, the project development has been also actively promoted in Shaanxi Province in recent years, related to local governments have several process of implementation that can be read by their online media sources as seen below:  http://www.sxmwr.gov.cn/sxmwr-ntsl-dfkj-index (Water Resources Department of Shaanxi Province—in Chinese)  http://www.xysl.gov.cn/Article/ShowInfo.asp?InfoID=5841 (YuyangWater Resources Department—in Chinese)  http://www.snxx.gov.cn/ (Xixiang Water Resources Department—in Chinese)  http://www.bidcenter.com.cn/newssearchyz-17313220.html (Yulin Water Resources Department—in Chinese)

Water Salon Launches the First“Water Salon Insight“

Late September,Water Salon had its first output“Water Salon Insight—Water and Hydropower Development in China” along with media platform “wechat” launched to the public. As the follow-up of the first activity of Water Salon, jointly organized by GWP China, WRI, WWF and IUCN, was completed in April, 2015, Water Salon Insight works as a visible media interacting government, experts and the people to discuss the common interests in water related fields.

The “Water Salon Insight—Water and Hydropower Development in China” reflects an insight of hydropower development in China as China has good hydropower resources that are ready to be developed to help the country deal with climate change, adjust its energy mix and ensure energy security to support stable socio- economic development. And Hydropower is considered as a clean and renewable energy because it does not significantly contribute to the emissions of conventional pollutants or greenhouse gases. The country also has great hydropower potential. Currently it has only developed about 63.8% of its hydropower resources. Thus, China clearly needs to further develop its hydropower resources. The urgent issues, according to the Insight, include that “Too little attention is given to the negative environmental impacts of hydropower development”, “China must study the environmental impacts of hydropower development”, “Hydropower development plans must not endanger the country’s environmental security”, “China needs a national hydropower development plan that is coordinated with local economic growth”, “Improve oversight of the construction and operation of hydropower plants to ensure the environment is protected” and “The public and NGOs should be involved in the development of hydropower projects”.

The full version of the Insight is available to read or download from GWP China regional website or wechat media platform.

Coming events of GWP China Region

Dialogue of Integrated Water Resources Management of Black River Basin

The “Dialogue of Integrated Water Resources Management of Black River Basin” will be organized on October 15, Zhengzhou, Henan Province, focusing on the river basin developmentof Black River that is a typical transboundary river covering several provinces in China.

The workshop is going to invite stakeholders from Qinghai Province, Gansu Province, Yellow River Conservancy Commission, Black River Basin Bureau, Yellow River Basin Bureau, Black River Water and Ecosystem Protection Institute and other organizations. It will review the experiences and outcomes of the integrated plan and also make proposals on the water-saving technologies and tools in the further development.

Reference:

 The “Dialogue of Integrated Water Resources Management of Black River Basin” is on the activates list in “the 2015 GWP China Regional Plan”, Number Activity 1.3

Survey on Transboundary Water Management in Hebei Province

The “Survey on Transboundary Water Management in Hebei Province” will be jointly conducted by GWP China and GWP China Hebei PWP in mid-October, in Hebei Province. Hebei Province has several challenges due to climate change, including water use conflict with its neighboring provinces, integrated water use of multiple water resources and harmonious development between water resources and local eco-society.

Under the framework of “WACDEP: work package 1”, the survey will be designed and implemented as the way in Shaanxi Province (Water Investment to the “Last Km”). The investigation group is going to visit pilot areas, interview local residents and governmental agencies and collect materials and information to reflect the existing problems and propose solutions.

Reference:

 It is a part ofactivates listed in “the 2015 GWP China Regional Plan”, WACDEP Region: Work Package 1

EASTERN AFRICA

1. ENHANCING GOVERNANCE, LEGAL AND INSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORKS OF TRANSBOUNDARY RIVER / LAKE BASIN ORGNAISATIONS IN AFRICA

From 28-30t September, GWPEA attended three days’ workshop gathering members of the Coordination Bureau of African Network for River and Lake Basin Organizations (ANBO). The meeting took place in Kinshasa, DR Congo at Memling Hotel. The workshop was facilitated by ANBO /SITWA project. The overall objective of the workshop was to review and discuss the consultancy reports notably “PROPOSED OPTIONS FOR INSTITUTIONAL AND GOVERNANCE STRAUCTUE OF ANBO and its Regional Secretariat” and “ASSESSMENT OF THE LEGAL AND INSTITUTIONAL NEEDS OF SLECTED RIVER/ LAKE BASIN ORGANISATIONS”

Report One: ASSESSMENT OF THE LEGAL AND INSTITUTIONAL NEEDS OF SELECTED RIVER/ LAKE BASIN ORGANISATIONS”

Members of ANBO Coordination have critically reviewed the report conducted to assess the legal and institutional needs of selected Africa’s L/RBOs and prepare a legal/institutional support roadmap for seceded Africa’s L-RBOs.

The selected ones are from the 60 major river and lake basins in Africa shared by two or more countries. A systematic and comprehensive study/report on all these river/lake basins, together with the prospects and problems for integrated multi-national development efforts of these basins, was conducted in a concerted manner. Given the limited time, this study was confined only to select major river/lake basins in Africa.

In the selected rivers/lakes, consultants assessed the legal needs of basin organizations and carried out an in-depth documentary research. More specifically, the Consultants performed the following tasks:

 Assessed the current situation of the legal and institutional framework of the selected L /RBOs and the challenges that have hindered their effective management. This covered review of the agreements, management structure, legal and capacity needs;  Identified the legal and institutional support required for the selected L/RBO;  Elaborated on mechanisms/ plans for legal and institutional needs, required to support the Africa’s L/RBOs in general, and in the select basins; and  Developed a methodology to help SITWA Project and key partners to implement such support plans. After review and discussion in details, members of ANBO coordination Bureau offered recommendations to improve the report and also agreed that the following L/Basin Organizations will be supported in line with the available budget amounting to Euros 60,000. These L/RBO’s include River Medjerda for Algeria and Tunisia, ABAKIR, CICOS and IGAD water Unit. The meeting resolved that consultants will finalize the report highlighting what support is needed for each L/RBO, how much is required and the support roadmap

Report Two: OPTIONS FOR INSTITUTIONAL AND GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE OF ANBO

As indicated in the above paragraph, members of ANBO Coordination Bureau were also gathered to review and discuss the report produced by a Consultant who was tasked to design ANBO governance and institutional structure based on existing strategic frameworks, decisions, consultation with key stakeholders and partners. The consultant was also requested to assess and substantiate a range of possible options for ANBO’s governance structure and ANBO’s secretariat and present them to the ANBO governance for consideration and decisions

Specifically, the consultant was requested to consider the ANBO statutes and Strategy (2015-2025), assist the ANBO and propose multiple scenarios for an overall ANBO governance structure by comparing different options;

Members of ANBO Coordination Bureau reviewed ten proposed institutional options and offered several recommendations for improvement, and to submit the final report not later than one month

2. ENGAGING YOUTH ON MAINSTREAMING WATER SECURITY AND CLIMATE RESILIENCE INTO CATCHMENT BASED PLANNING PROCESSES One of the critical challenges facing the water sector is climate change. Studies have shown that Uganda is highly vulnerable to climate change and variability. This means that the economy and wellbeing of its people are tightly bound to climate. This has been demonstrated by increasing climate variability and occurrences of floods and droughts over the last two decades. These changes are likely to have significant implications for water sources, agriculture, food security, and soils It is against the above background that Global Water Partnership (GWP) in collaboration with Uganda Ministry of Water and Environment and CAPNET, conducted a 5 days training on MAINSTREAMING WATER SECURITY AND CLIMATE RESILIENCE INTO CATCHMENT BASED PLANNING PROCESSES from 28th September to 2 October in Kampala, Uganda Attended by about 40 participants, the purpose of the training was mainly to equip the YWPs with technical skills that will enable them mainstreaming water security and climate resilience into catchment based planning process. The training was further aimed at strengthening both human and institutional capacity in this area.

The training has covered a number of thematic areas such as introduction to IWRM, Water Security, Climate Change, Catchment planning and water source protection guidelines, IWRM and Water Integrity, Climate resilience frameworks of the Nile basin countries as well as practical case studies on Implementation of Catchment based IWRM Plans. As part of the training, the YWPs visited the NWSC Gaba Water works to experience first-hand, the challenges that NWSC faces in providing potable water to the city, as a result of climate change.

During the training, the YWPs discussed their own experiences relating to the climate change challenges and IWRM efforts across the country.

Figure 1: YWP Members listen attentively to a facilitator during the Training

At the end of the training, participants voiced their appreciation to GWP, NILE-IWRM, and the Ministry of water and environment for the skills and knowledge gained. The participants also came to the realization that climate change is unavoidable and will continue to negatively affect all countries of the world; poorer countries in Africa like Uganda are more vulnerable to the negative effects of climate change; because of their small economies, there is no action which African countries can take on their own to reduce global warming and therefore there is need for a concerted international effort; and finally, the best for Africa is to prepare to adapt to the inevitable impacts of climate change.

YWPs in general resolved to increase their participation in supporting the water sector by incorporating the four Dublin principles (adapted from the Dublin Statement on Water and Sustainable development) which they learnt during the training, in their efforts to mitigate climate change impacts in Uganda.

3. GWPEA TEAM ASSESSED THE STATUS OF WACDEP IMPLEMENTATION IN BUGESERA

The Water Climate and Development Program (WACDEP) has been supporting a number of activities in Rwanda and Burundi effectively since 2013. In Rwanda, the interventions are carried out in Kamabuye sector, Bugeresera district. The main Interventions under the WACDEP

programme include.

 Buffer zone management  Water supply  Roof water harvesting  Biogas A field mission was undertaken from 1-4 September 2015 in Rwanda by GWPEA Team together with District Staff

The purpose of the field mission was three fold 1) to assess the current status of WACDEP

interventions / facilities before handing them over to the District, and discuss the way forward with District Officilas. The visit was also an opportunity to provide guidance on

WACDEP activities before the upcoming Regional Steering Committee meeting (RSC) due to take place in the second week of October (8-9 October 2015). The assessment was done at a time when the WACDEP funding for the first phase is ending and was meant mainly to support mainstreaming of water security and Climate Resilience into sector planning process. Findings

A) Buffer zone management

The total area to be buffered was 30ha (according to the contract). There is also another area planted (Acreage unspecified) during the celebration of Nile Day.

The overall challenge about the Buffer Zone protection is the lack of ownership of local communities for sustaining the WACDEP interventions around the Buffer Zone of Lake Cyohoha. The issue of overgrazing is also one of the key challenges contributing to the environmental degradation in the area

Suggestions by the assessment team

A. Buffer zone protection

 Using the Community approach to manage the buffer zone. i.e.

 Communities neighboring the buffer zone (Households) can be allowed to carry out some agricultural and intercropping within the planted area as a way of motivating them to manage the planted trees. They can also be tasked though a contractual agreement to monitor animal grazing (domestic animals) in that area .  Local community structures need to be put in place for ownership and sustainability of WACDEP interventions  Replanting of trees in the area where trees have not survived especially in the coming future rain season ( October- December );  The need to create path for animals to access drinking water from the water points  Demarcating the buffer zone using trenches, concrete markers, terraced ditches  A clear monitoring structure stretching from the district, sector, cell, village have be set up to ensure accountability and compliance. B) Water Supply

The targeted number of tanks to be constructed/repaired was eight (8)- 4 newly constructed and 4 repaired and maintained. All were fully constructed and repaired. None is operational at the moment.

Challenges

 Water is not flowing in the pipes according to WASAC official due to general shortage arising from the very long dry and sunny season in the Region

Suggestions from assessment team

 Missing covers on the manholes need to be replaced  WASAC should be fully involved in the process to understand the challenges and solve the problem of water supply system  The WACDEP supported water supply points need to be labeled by WASAC so that they are recognized  There is need to hand over the keys for all the water installations to the water use associations responsible of managing the water supply points

C) Roof water harvesting and Biogas

The biogas units/ water harvesting facilities installed were about Eleven (11).

Challenges

 Replacement of biogas equipment when it breaks down- not easy to find spares  Water is still a challenge in that area. The water in the constructed water tank cannot last longer;  Poor material (Turpline was used in the wooden rain water harvesting tank). The material undergoes quick degradation. It is highly possible that it could pollute the water (particles breaking from it). The top of the tank is not sealed and therefore there is no guarantee that the water is clean  There are no taps on the water tanks. So improvised with wooden sticks

Suggestions

 Need further capacity building in repairing and maintenance. e.g. training more artisans  Need to install taps on the water tanks  Need to replace the material used in the water harvesting tank/ refurbishment  In case of future expansion, the cost of biogas facilities should be shared between the promoter and beneficiaries;

4. GWPEA PARTICIPATED IN THE ADVISORY AND MANAGEMENT COMMITTEES’MEETING OF IDMP INITIATED BY WMO/GWP

The Advisory and Management committee meetings of the IDMP took place at the WMO offices in Geneva, Switzerland from 8-12 September 2015. GWPEA was represented in that meeting by Gerald Kairu, Regional Manager for IDMP_HoA. Other participants were from UN agencies, academia, civil society, development partners .

The main purpose of the meeting was to guide the implementation of the IDMP to provide indications about the latest scientific and technical advances in drought-related issues, and management committee and assess the IDMP activities and advise on their future development. While the management committee will be reviewing the progress of work, monitor and decide on the implementation of the program.

IDMP HOA is promoting drought resilience through offering technical support to HOA countries, support of on-the-ground activities adding to the already existing efforts and collaborating with other partners through the Country Water Partnerships (CWPs), using them as multi-stakeholder platforms for dialogue and facilitating change processes. IDMP HOA is operating within and contributing to the IGAD Drought Resilience Sustainability Initiative (IDDRSI) framework.

Presentation on IDMP HOA was made. It included the activity report for July 2014 to June 2015 and the workplan for the upcoming year. 51

A number of recommendations/management decisions came out from the meeting, such as: 1. Evaluation for IDMP in 2016 2. Documentation of case studies 3. Fundraising for phase 2 of IDMP

MEDITERRANEAN

No report.

SOUTHERN AFRICA

1.0 Introduction During the month of August and September, Global Water Partnership Southern Africa (GWP SA) was engaged in a number of activities. Key among them was the facilitation of the 7th SADC Multi Stakeholder Water Dialogue, which was held in Windhoek, Namibia from 29-30th September, 2015. The dialogue is a biennial activity which provides a platform for regional stakeholders to discuss and share experiences on different aspects of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) was also held in September in Windhoek, Namibia. Running under the theme “Watering Development in SADC: The central role of water in driving industrialization” this year's Water Dialogue focused on unpacking the role that water will play in driving industrialisation in the region. The dialogue further concluded consultations on the RSAP IV by providing a platform for further stakeholder input and finalization of input to the 4th SADC regional work programme.

Country input to the regional work programme were concluded in July/ August 2015 when GWPSA facilitated the last two SADC Water Weeks were held in South Africa and Angola on the 29 – 31 July 2015 & 2 – 4 September 2015 respectively. The successful completion of the SADC Water Weeks in all the 15 Member States contributed to the drafting of the Regional Strategic Action Plan P IV. A drafting Meeting which was also attended by GWP SA aimed at providing input to the RSAP IV formulation process.

In completion of the WACDEP Zimbabwe Capacity Development Programme, Planners drawn from the water, agriculture, energy, land and local governance sector who participated in the national training workshops held within the WACDEP implementing countries undertook an online UNITAR- GWP assessment between. The assessment contributed towards the continuous assessment of the programme, thus enabling attendees to receive a certificate of accomplishment.

Following the first reconnaissance visit by a team of consultants undertaking a baseline study under Works Package 5, another visit was made during the month of September to engage with relevant stakeholders on the water, food and energy situation on the ground.

2.0 September 2015 Activities

2.1 Water - an engine for growth, development and industrialisation

Right at the heart of Namibia, “the land of the brave”, in the capital Windhoek was the venue for the 7th SADC Multi- stakeholder Water Dialogue held from the 29th to the 30th of September, 2015. Held under the theme, “Watering Development in SADC: The central role of water in driving industrialization” the dialogue was attended by 150 delegates from across the region representing the water sector, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), cooperating and development partners, academia, the media, and other relevant stakeholders from non-water entities (energy, agriculture, industrialization). The delegates, of which a good number were youth were brought together to deliberate the role that water will play in driving industrialization in the region.

The crucial role of the benefits derived from shared water resources contribution to industrial development were noted in the official opening of the dialogue by the Namibian Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Water and Forestry, Hon Theo Diergaarat, who delivered the key note address. With a special emphasis on Nambia as an example, the Deputy Minister noted that the dialogue comes at a time when Namibia is faced with water challenges however as all perennial rivers are shared with neighbouring countries, transboundary cooperation and management for Namibia with other riparian States in this case is a MUST and NOT an option. He added, “Namibia like most African water scarce countries is looking to take advantage of cooperation in international shared water resources so as to maximise the benefits derived from these shared water resources from industrial development”, he added.

The Deputy Minister further acknowledged the road map and strategy on industrialization for the SADC region that was developed and launched in June 2015 in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe following a directive from Heads of States and Governments. It was noted that as the overall aim of the strategy is to drive industrialisation as a way of promoting socio- economic and value addition in the region, the strategy will enable Namibia and the rest of SADC to accelerate economic growth, diversify and broaden the manufacturing and industrial base.

Following the opening session, The dialogue programme included the second session, which set the scene by highlighting the recommendations, progress that the SADC region has made on the previous Dialogues. In that session, Ms Ruth Beukman, GWPSA Executive Secretary. The specific objectives of the dialogue as elaborated by the presentation made by Ms Ruth Beukman, GWP SA Executive Secretary pointed out to the dialogue aiming to provide better understanding of industrial development trends and the interaction with water resources management; understanding how nexus approaches can lead to sustainable industrialisation; strategising and proposing a clear way forward to ensure water resources in the region are developed, managed and used in a sustainable way to support the industrialisation agenda; and providing a platform to present and discuss RSAP IV, which is supporting the implementation of the Regional Indicative Strategic Development Plan (RISDP) and the industrialisation roadmap and strategy.

Additionally, as a result of the growing usage of social media platforms in disseminating information, Ms Barbara Lopi, Communications and Awareness Expert Water Sector, SADC Secretariat gave a presentation on ways of

broadening the water dialogue to the general public using Twitter. Thus apart from media present, delegates were encouraged to use social media as an awareness tool on the dialogue deliberations.

The technical paper made by Guy on “Water and Industrialization in the SADC Region” visited the SADC Industrialisation Policy through the water community’s eyes by providing an understanding that a successful and sustainable economic industrial future in SADC will rely on placing water at the forefront of development and industrial planning. The paper thus set the context to initiate dialogue with regards to understanding the critical role of water in driving the industrialisation agenda.

The third session of the programme comprised group sessions on “Industrialisation and Water”. The four groups comprised the following topics: environmental sustainability and the green economy, it is all about people, companies can make a difference and industrialisation phases of development.

This was followed by session four, a facilitated High level Panel Discussion entitled “ensuring water role as a stimulant in regional development through industrialization” made up of the Chairs from the groups: (SADC DIS Transport, SADC DIS Water; SADC TIFI, RBO representative, IWMI/RESILIM, GiZ- AWS, and ICP representing the chair positions)

The fifth session involved the Regional Strategic Action Plan IV Validation which took in the form of group work looking at the following topics:

 Regional instruments for cooperation: Support the harmonisation and implementation of the National Water Policies  Gender mainstreaming, Youth and Stakeholder engagement  Infrastructure development, operation and maintenance  Climate Change and variability  Industrialization and Nexus approaches  Water Resources Management for Sustainable development  Capacity development and research  Establishment and strengthening of oceanic states cooperation and shared watercourse institutions

In that session, the participants had the opportunity to validate the 8 components of the Regional Strategic Action Plan (RSAP) IV that was drafted after the successful completion of the SADC Water Weeks held in 15 member states.

The discussions during the dialogue raised a number of issues through which the region is better able to push for improved industrial structures. Particularly, in order for water to be an enabler to industrial development, delegates noted that:

 There is a need of demonstrating and communicating the value of ecosystem services and water in relation to the industrialisation agenda  Industrialisation offers significant opportunities for improving the well-being of people in Southern Africa and contributing to the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. Smart industrialisation is gender sensitive and guards against impacting women and youth.  Internationally, the private sector has recognised water as both a key input and a significant risk to business.  Creating perfect partnerships between government and companies, which go beyond corporate social responsibility, are critical in order to achieve water sensitive industrialisation and ensure that processes and approaches contribute to the effective management of water in the public interest.  The Industrialisation Strategy and Roadmap highlights 3 phases of industrial development and to contribute to each the water sector needs to better together and better and understand the geographic growth and opportunities presented by resource.  In order to achieve the sustainable benefits of industrialisation it is important to avoid a mismatch between the demand of water in various value chains and the water available – assurance of supply is critical in creating a conducive investment climate.

Following outside the main dialogue programme, a cocktail dinner hosted by the Ministry of Water (Namibia) was the place for the launch of the Zambezi Environment Outlook 2015 book and DVD produced by the Southern Africa Research and Documentation Centre (SARDC) in collaboration with Zambezi Water Course Commission (ZAMCOM) and SADC with funding from UK Aid, Australian Aid and GIZ. The aim of the knowledge products are to strengthen basin wide cooperation and regional cooperation.

During the closing session, Mr. Phera Ramoeli, Senior Programme Officer, SADC Secretariat informed delegates that He highlighted that the RSAP IV document should be out by December 2015. He added that he was looking forward to the enthusiasm and support from the participants on the implementation on the RSAP IV and the dialogue outcomes. He further applauded the great support that had been received from the youth and hoped that would continue in all the activities that will be undertaken. Further on during the closing session, Mr Ngwenya, Director of Water Affairs, Swaziland noted the high level deliberation during the dialogue on issues pointing to water as an engine for growth, development and industrialization.

The dialogue is a biennial activity which provides a platform for regional stakeholders to discuss and share experiences on different aspects of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM). The dialogue is supported from the Government of Denmark (Danida), the Governments of Germany in delegated cooperation with the Governments of Australia (AUSaid) and the United Kingdom (UKaid) managed by GIZ, in collaboration with the Global Water Partnership Southern Africa (GWP-SA). This year, additional support was received from two USAid programmes, namely Climate Resilient Infrastructure Development Facility (CRIDF) and Resilience in the Limpopo Basin Program (RESILIM).

Coverage in the media:

APA. “Namibia host 7th SADC Water Dialogue”. Available online at: http://en.starafrica.com/news/namibia- host-7th-sadc-water-dialogue.html

Mawire, Wallace Windhoek, Namibia. “Namibia tackles Water Scarcity During SADC Dialogue”. Available online at: http://ruralreporters.com/namibia-tackles-water-scarcity-during-sadc/

Nashuuta, Lahja. 5 October, 2015. “Water Essential for Industrialisation”. In Southern Times: The Newspaper for Southern Africa. Available online at: http://southernafrican.news/2015/10/05/water-essential-for- industrialisation

Tembo, Benedict. 5th October, 2015. “Youth participation in water issues cardinal.” Available online at: https://www.daily-mail.co.zm/?p=46068

Wallace Mawire . 6th October, 2015. Namibia hosts 7th SADC Multi-stakeholder Water Dialogue. Available online at: http://www.africanfarming.net/event-news/namibia-hosts-7th-sadc-multi-stakeholder-water- dialogue

2.2 Consultants’ site visit to Mtshabezi Mission - demonstration site for the water, energy and food nexus

Water, energy and food situation at Mtshabezi Mission

Following the exploratory site visit to Mtshabezi Mission undertaken by a team of consultants from the water, energy and food sector on the 17th of July 2015, the team had another visit from the 10th to the 11th of September 2015. The aim of the second visit was to engage with relevant stakeholders who will assist in shading more light on the challenges communities are facing in terms of water, food and energy. The team met up with

the Mtshabezi Mission School Headmaster, the Mtshabezi Mission Hospital Administrator and the Mtshabezi Mission Farm Manager and also set an appointment with community members for a later date.

From the baseline study, consultants are expected to produce a report that will highlight the impacts of climate change at Mtshabezi mission located in the Limpopo Basin. The report will also capture challenges being faced and offer possible solutions to address the challenges in the water, food and energy sector in the Limpopo Basin.

The work being undertaken by the consultants falls under Work Package 5 of the Water, Climate and Development Programme (WACDEP) that aims at implementing a demonstration project at an identified site.

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3.0 August 2015 Activities

3.1 Online assessment for Capacity Development Programme Participants

The January 2014 – June 2015 trainees of the AU-AMCOW-WACDEP Capacity Development Programme on the “Economics of Adaptation, Water Security and Climate Resilient Development” programme undertook the UNITAR – GWP online assessment from 3-14th August 2015.

The assessment, which was administered on the UNITAR virtual learning platform (www.learnatunitar.org) led to participants obtaining a certificate for programme completion. In Southern Africa, Mozambique and Zimbabwe have in total held 12 WACDEP Capacity Development workshops.

In Zimbabwe, five WACDEP Capacity Development training workshops were undertaken, targeted at 11 Planners (2 to whom are female) from the following Ministries: Environment, Water and Climate (EWC), Energy, Land, Local Governance, Metrology and Agriculture. All 11 Planners and two female Young Water Professionals with GWP SA undertook the exam and they all passed.

4.0 July 2015 Activities

4.1 Game changers for transboundary water resources management discussed during South Africa SADC Water Week

The South African Development Community (SADC) in partnership with South Africa’s Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS), and the Global Water Partnership Southern Africa (GWPSA) hosted the South Africa SADC Water Week which took place from 29-31 July 2015.

This event created a platform for country focused awareness raising of the SADC regional water programme and other initiatives towards the goal of improving water resources management and development in the region and in South Africa. More importantly the workshop sought to harmonise national and local water management strategies with SADC regional strategies for better water resources management and development.

The workshop took place over a period of three days. The first day of the Water Week focused on engaging with communication officers in the Department of Water and Sanitation and news reporters across various media houses to give them an opportunity to connect with experts and policy makers in the South African and regional water sector, and to give them insight on issues of water governance and integrated water resources management and development. This exercise benefited the media and communications personnel by assisting then to follow the water issues in the country and region, and to ensure effective disseminate of information. Running concurrently with the media training, a National Youth Forum took place on the 29th July, 2015. During the youth session, representatives from several youth networks and organisations in water, environment and sanitation related sectors met to develop a national action plan for mainstreaming youth in these sectors and inform a way forward with regard to their involvement at national and regional level.

The main consultative forum, held on 30-13 July, 2015 focused on key issues relating to cooperation in transboundary water resources management development within and beyond the SADC region and also, water financing for management and development resource as well as building local indigenous practices to manage climate change. The consultative forum was officially opened by Ms Lindiwe Lusenga Deputy Director-General: International Water Cooperation, on behalf of the Minister of Water. Ms Lusenga highlighted the importance of transboundary Water Resource Management for South Africa, and the need for the country to move with others in the common vision by riparian states. For South Africa, particular mention was made on the need to support the water sector in strategic engagement towards the achievement of the National Development Plan (NDP);

The various discussions also brought to light various game changers for transboundary water resource management in the region. Discussions pointed to the need for:

 Strong SADC with capacitated watercourses institutions (ORASECOM, LIMPCOM, TPTC, ZAMCOM, etc);

 Strengthened water and sanitation knowledge base of the watercourses;

 Strong investment on rural development (change of mind-set) and new ways of funding rural investment driven by PPPs.

 Gender, youth and disabled persons given entrepreneurship opportunities on infrastructure projects

 Strengthened SADC Water Division (secondments) to drive the overall regional water and sanitation agenda);

 Governance models of shared river basins that include stakeholders beyond government officials ;

The event forms part of the work of the SADC directorate of Infrastructure and Services – Water Division programme currently obtaining national input to the fourth stage of the SADC Water Programme. Similar events have been undertaken in all the SADC states – South Africa and Angola being the last states to hold the national consultation.

Read more: SAinfo reporter.

http://www.southafrica.info/news/water-crisis-310715.htm#.VfidW-3bPIU#ixzz3lqjzy5Dg

5.0 New Partner Additions

5.1 ICRD Group Foundation

Website: http://www.icrdgroup.org.za/

ICRD Group is a known institution by GWP SA and other key strategic South Africa based institutions such as the Department of Water Affairs and Water Resource Commission. The ICRD Group recently participated in the South Africa SADC Water Week. The Foundation is an actively engaged youth-led institution due to its focus on youth and women empowerment.

5.2 New Journalists Additions

The GWP-SA Journalists Network on Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM), is a body of journalists from the Southern Region empowered to build awareness on IWRM and water related issues in their country or region. The journalists have recently been recruited from the participants of the SADC Water Weeks. The following journalists joined the Network during the month of September, 2015, increasing number of journalist members to 29.

 Mr Baboloki Semele – Radio Botswana – Botswana  Mr Frans Koolike – Koolike Productions – Namibia  Ms Pearl Coetzee – Namibia Press Agency – Namibia  Mr Benedict Tembo – Zambia Daily Mail - Zambia  Mr Wandile Kallipa – Channel Africa External Service – South Africa

6.0 Upcoming Activities 2015

6.1 7th WACDEP Technical Coordination Meeting to be held in Accra, Ghana from the 5th to the 8th of October, 2015.

6.2 WaterNet/ WARFSA/ GWPSA Symposium - 28 to 30 of October 2015

The 16th WaterNet/WARFSA/GWP-SA Symposium will be held on the island of Mauritius from the 28 to 30 of October 2015 under the theme ‘Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) and Infrastructure Planning for Water Security in Southern Africa’. The University of Mauritius is the lead host of the 16th Symposium. The Symposia has been held annually in the Eastern and Southern African region for the past 15 years to promote interaction among policymakers, academics, practitioners from water and related sectors, and cooperating partners. Great emphasis will be placed on integration of knowledge, particularly involving scholars from the natural, medical and social sciences. The various presentations will be held under the following sub-themes:

 Hydrology and Global change;  Water and environment;  Water, Land and Agriculture;  Water and Society;  Sustainable Water Distribution and Sanitation; and  Water Resources and Infrastructure Management.

The opportunity of holding the meeting in Mauritius will enable partnership building for GWPSA whose recent partners are from Mauritius. A number of potential GWPSA partners based in Mauritius will be sponsored by GWPSA to participate in the symposium.

6.3 GWPSA Consulting Partners Meeting - 12th & 13th November in Pretoria

The 11th Global Water Partnership Southern Africa (GWP SA) Consulting Partners meeting will be held from the 12th & 13th November, 2015 in Pretoria, South Africa. The meeting that is held after every two years brings together the GWP Partners in Southern Africa, GWP SA Board, Regional Technical Committee (RTEC) and the GWP SA Secretariat staff. Also invited are the Strategic Partners with whom GWP SA has programmatic alliances, but these are self-funded.

This year’s meeting will serve as a platform to reflect on what has been learnt in order to better support regional and national development priorities. Much has been achieved with regards to getting Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM) principles acknowledged and incorporated in water legislation and policies in the region and countries have started applying these in water resources management. However, more needs to be done to avert the risks associated with water insecurity, which will impact a range of water

dependant sectors. Realising that the partnership needs to do more with regards to mitigating risks associated with water insecurity, GWP SA cannot continue to do the same things and expect different better outcomes. Therefore, the discussions will centre on how the partnership can be revamped and remodelled to address the critical water insecurity challenges that are faced in the countries. The discussions will feed into defining realistic approaches of making the country water partnerships effective and relevant. Depending on the status of the formulation of the SADC RSAP IV the CP – as a regional multi-stakeholder platform - will be given an opportunity to contribute to the regional action plan.

The CP 2015 meeting will comprise the following four sessions:

 SESSION 1 - The Annual General Meeting;  SESSION 2 – Development and implementation of country programmes;  SESSION 3 – Positioning the partnership to support national and regional priorities; and  SESSION 4 - Contributing to regional processes

Expected Outcomes

 Partners updated on the progress of implementation of resolutions from the 10th CP Meeting held in Harare and fulfilment of all governance requirements.  Report back on implementation of the current 3 year programme.  Reflection on CWP performance and ways of ensuring the partnership is positioned to address water insecurity risks and support development priorities.  Strategies for developing programmes with water related sectors such as environment and biodiversity, climate change and land & agriculture (food security and desertification issues).

The 11th CP meeting follows after the 10th meeting which was held in June 2013 in Harare, Zimbabwe and was critical in evaluating the previous strategic period (2009-2013) and also contributing to the GWP 2020 Strategy and the more immediate term 2015-2017 Regional Work Programme.

SOUTH AMERICA

GWP SAM- SEPTEMBER REPORT 2015

1. Peru - Fifteen water use permits issued of the middle and upper basin of Santa Eulalia River

The activity aims to license -fast and free- 15 blocked permits for water use for agricultural purposes. This formalization will benefit families settled along the middle area of the Santa Eulaliariver basin.

GWP PERUmade thecoordination with the Provincial Municipality of Huarochiri, as well as with other state agencies and neighborhood organizations, and also with the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru (PUCP ) and Climate and Water Development Program (WACDEP), so to achieve the greatest benefits for local families.

Formalization works began this year, on May 15, with a funding of 46.300 Soles, Peruviancurrency (app. 13.000 Euros).

At September 28th with the presence of representatives of SAM CD and Mr. Rudolph Cleveringa, the National Water Association (GWP Peru) formalized the processthat will benefit over 750 farming families living along the basin of the Santa Eulalia River.

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2. Peru. Local meeting in Huanza with the mayor and his team and SAM´s representatives

Meeting in Huanzawas organized by Wacdep with the mayor, his team, the manager of the Mancommunities, Wacdep team (Alexandra Carlier, Gregorio Ríos) Abel, teacher of Dra. Nicole Bernex, doing a thesis about fauna species in Huanza hydroelectric plant regarding climate changes, and SAM representatives: Yazenia Frontado GWP Venezuela and President of GWP SAM, Aldo Palacios President of GWP Chile, Jean Marie Terzieff President of GWP Uruguay and Corina Piaggio SAM´s Communication Officer.

Everyone presented themselves and there was a rich exchange of expectations and possibilities that WACDEPcan promote. The mayor and his team exposed their main concerns regarding the basins area and how the programmeis joining together some other communities from the basin to promote dialogue and find common goals.

SAM Presidents´ team emphasize the relevance of the project for the whole Southamerica; that it´s expected that it will be a success and can be replicated in other countries and express their full support and willingness that everything goes as the local communities expected. They also appreciate the warm welcome received.

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3.ANA has formally recognized WACDEP Coordination Committee as a specialized group

In the framework of the Executive Council session of the Peruvian forum for water GWP - Peru, the National Water Authority Chief signed the executive resolution, which in its article 1 ° resolves:

"Recognize the Coordinating Committee for Water, climate and development Programme, from GWP South America, as a specialized working group in charge of preparing and proposing a strategy for the integrated management of water resources implementation in the basin of Santa Eulalia ..." which aims to promote the sustainable use, conservancy, protection of the quality and increment of the availability of water and the protection of its associated property as well as the efficient use of water in the area of the sub basin of Santa Eulalia river.

Executive resolution: http://www.gwp.org/Global/GWP-SAm_Files/Noticias/RJ%20N%20236-2015-ANA%20-%20GWP%20- %20Comit%C3%A9%20R%C3%ADo%20Santa%20Eulalia.pdf

WACDEP PROGRESS MONTHLY REPORT September - Main highlights.

- Under the second line of activities of consulting with IDMA, workshops, meetings and visits were conducted in different locations. Part of the WACDEP team had the opportunity to participate in a training workshop - in Huanza location-, on the relevance of agreed development plans, as a management tool.

- Implementation of four fog catchers in the Huachupampa location, in close coordination with the local authorities in the area, as well as with the support of the "Peruvians without water" movement and Bolivian consulting company: Environmental Services S.A.C. https://www.flickr.com/photos/gwpsudamerica/albums/72157659237392160

- Coordination meetings with the photographic collective Supay, who will be responsible for the recording of the celebration of the water festival in San Pedro de Casta, as part of a promotional video of the WACDEP.

- WACDEP team presence in events related to IWRM and sustainable development, such as the International Conference about natural infrastructure organized by SUNASS, SEDAPAL, MINAM, among others.

- Presentations achievements in the conference “Water for the local development of the Chillón, Rímac and Lurín basins ” and the workshop “Formulation Shared vision and strategic targets formulation for the communal development plan of the intercommunities association”.

- Field visit for petroglyph figures analysis in Huanza under a report elaboration on territory occupation after the end of the last glacial period in the sub basin.

- Activities program organization for the meeting of the Steering Committee of GWP SAM of PACyD activities.

- Monthly meeting organization of the Adviser and Coordinator Committee of the PACyD.

- Visit of GWP Sam Steering Committee to the Sub-basin of Santa Eulalia River. The committee members had the opportunity to exchange thoughts with the authorities and residents of some localities in the sub-basin, as Huanza, Santa Eulalia, etc.

- Several meetings of GWP Sam Committee members along with government instances.

- Paper presentation at the Conference "Water for the local development of the Chillon, Rimac and Lurin river basins".

- On-line publication of the Resolution N° 236-215-ANA that recognizes the WACDEP Coordinating Committee of GWP SAM, as Specialized Working Group responsible for developing and proposing the implementation strategy of IWRM in the sub-basin of Santa Eulalia river.

SOUTH ASIA

Part 1: GWP SAS Regional Office 1.1 Webinar on South Asia Drought Monitoring System (SADMS) GWP SAS in collaboration with International Water Management Institute (IWMI) organised the first Webinar using Skype for Business to present the ‘Development of South Asia Drought Monitoring System (SADMS)’ on 30 September 2015.

National Stakeholders of Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka, who will be the users of this product were invited to get the latest updates on SADMS and the work in progress to validate the system before it is made operational. This is a follow up activity of the Interactive workshop held at the end of Phase I of the project in Dhaka on 20 April 2015 where a beta version of the SADMS was launched.

The presenter was Dr Giriraj Amarnath, Senior Researcher - Remote Sensing and Water Resources from IWMI, who is a lead scientist working on the SADMS developments (Photo 1). Dr Amarnath indicated that the objective of the project is to develop a product that is applicable to the entire South Asia.

Development of SADMS is a collaborative effort of IWMI, GWP SAS and World Meteorological Organization (WMO)/GWP Integrated Drought Management Programme (IDMP) and CGIAR Research programme on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS). Birla Institute of Technology, India and Symbiosis Institute of Geoinformatics, India are partnering as technical partners.

Photo 1: Dr Giriraj Amarnath, Senior Researcher conducting the presentation

Part 2: Bangladesh Water Partnership (BWP) 1.1 Workshop on Climate Change Adaptation and Safe Water Management at Chitra - Nabaganga Area Water Partnership, Narail

One day workshop on ‘Climate Change Adaptation (CCA) and Safe Water Management: Chitra-Nabaganga Area Water Partnership (AWP) in Narail District’ has been organised under the research project ‘Building Capacity on Safe Water Management and CCA through local organisations and youth in Chitra-Nabaganga AWP, Narail’. This is a joint project of BWP and Environment and Population Research Centre (EPRC) which is one of the partner organisations of BWP. The workshop was held on 15 September 2015 at Democracy Watch Auditorium, Narail with the technical support of Global Applied Research Network-South Asia (GARNET- SA) (Photo 2).

Participants were gathered to discuss CCA and safe water management and to present award to the winners of school essay competition 2015 in Chitra and Nabaganga water basin.

The workshop was chaired by Mr Tauhidul Anwar Khan, Secretary General of BWP while Mr Md. Fazlul Haque, Upazila Secondary Education Officer, Narail Sadar was the chief guest. The special guests were; Mr Md. Rawsan Ali, Principal of Birsresto Nur Mohammed College, Narail and Chair of AWP; Assistant Inspector, District Education Office, Narail and Executive Director, Sabolambi, Narail.

A paper on ‘CCA and safe water management” was presented by Md Abubakkor Siddik, Assistant Research Coordinator, EPRC and pointed out that Bangladesh is one of most vulnerable countries to climate change. The average temperature of Bangladesh is increasing and is harmful for living beings. Mr Siddik also discussed the salinity, cyclone, flood, sea level rise, arsenic, drought and its association with climate change as well as safe water management in his presentation and discussed a strategy to overcome the given problems. The key note address was followed by an open discussion with the participants including the students.

Mr Khan thanked the Department of Education and Schools for their involvement in the research project. The recommendations made at the workshop were; - Teachers should establish and monitor the safe water and technology management facilities and encourage students to properly maintain Water and Sanitation Programmes (WSPs) in schools. - Schools with the collaboration of Government and/or Non-governmental partners should organise awareness raising campaigns to mark the designated dates for climate change, safe water management, homestead waste management, hand washing and sanitation ect.

3) High quality educational materials on this subject to be prepared and distributed among all the schools. 4) Should encourage BWP and other development partners to conduct similar awareness raising activities in all around the country.

Photo 2: Participants attending the workshop 1.2 The 25th Steering Committee (SC) Meeting of BWWN.

The 25th SC Meeting of Bangladesh Women and Water Network (BWWN) was held on 20 September 2015 at BWP Secretariat, Dhanmondi, Dhaka. The meeting was presided over by Begum Shamsun Nahar, Coordinator of BWWN and facilitated by Ms Mukta Akter, Member Secretary of BWWN (Photo 3).

The Coordinator welcomed the members and Ms Akter gave a recapitulation of the 24th SC meeting of BWWN which was held on 16 August 2015. The main objective of the meeting was to discuss the agenda of the forthcoming workshop titled ‘Safe water and improved sanitation always adds value to the women’s lifestyle’. The expected outcome of the workshop is, to sensitise women from grassroots to professional levels on safe water and improved sanitation, to improve their quality of life. The workshop was rescheduled either for 14 or 21 November 2015.

The SC was conclude with vote of thanks of BWWN coordinator.

Photo 3: The 25th SC Meeting of BWWN

Part 3: Bhutan Water Partnership (BhWP) 1.1 Community sensitization on watershed management The Watershed Management Division of Department of Forest and Park Services has identified three districts - Tsirang, Dagana and Wangduephodrang as critical watershed zones of the Punatsangchu basin which affected by water scarcity. One of suggested interventions identified to overcome the challenge of water scarcity were, educating and awareness raising of local people. In response, BhWP conducted three sensitisation workshops for the key people including care takers of forest and water and village representatives. A total of 90 participants attended the programme.

The participants were educated on the critical watershed zones in their areas and given reasons for why the areas have identified as critical. Extensive discussions on how the areas have become critical and what would be the impacts in the future were undertaken. Having understood the situations of their watersheds, the local people have developed an action plan in order to address the issues. The report of the workshops will be shared with the district authorities, facilitating them to incorporate their issues in the given action plan (Photos 4, 5, 6 and 7).

Photo 4: Mapping their watersheds Photo 5: Participants of Dagana district

Photo 6: Listing down issues in the watershed

Photo 7: Discussions on their water sources Coming events: IWRM sensitisation programme for local leaders

Part 4: India Water Partnership (IWP) Core activity report

1.1 Review of State Water Polices of Goa and Tamil Nadu in line with National Water Policy- 2012 in the context of climate change

IWP as part of its Work Plan 2015 is reviewing the State Water Policy of Goa and Tamil Nadu in line with National Water Policy 2012 in context of Climate Change with the support of Institute for Resource Management and Economic Development (IRMED), Delhi.

The study of Goa State Water Policy was commenced with effect from September 2015 on completion of the study of Tamil Nadu State Water Policy. Mr A. G. Bhagwat from State Water Resources Department of Goa has nominated as the Nodal Officer to provide support to the study team. A copy of the recently passed Goa State Ground Water Policy was obtained for the study and selected the South Goa district for the detailed survey. The survey will provide the perception of grass-root level communities and block level and district level officials on State Water Policy and National Water Policy 2012 with respect to climate change and its impact. The survey will be commenced from first week of October and the State level workshop is planned for the latter part of October or early November 2015.

1.2 Capacity building workshops to propagate IWRM IWP with the collaboration of its one of the network partner Safe Water Network is undertaking a series of workshops on IWRM. The two workshops were held on 19 and 20 September 2015 at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malyal, Mahabubabad, District Warangal, Telangana State and at Training Centre of Bala Vikasa, Warangal (Telanagana State) respectively. Ten resource persons from Rural Water Supply and Sanitation, Warangal district; Centre for World Solidarity (CWS), Secunderabad; Safe Water Network, Horticulture and Micro-Irrigation Department, Warangal; K. V. K. Mahbubabad and Modern Architects for Rural India (MAREI) presented their views during the workshops. Presentations were on the following themes;  Optimum utilisation of water and construction of recharge structures  One acre drip system, suitable for low yield wells and affordable for farmer  Water resource management and measures to improve water use efficiency A documentary prepared by CWS, Secunderabad on micro-irrigation systems was also screened at the workshop. At the session of agronomical practices, farmers gave examples on diseases and the problems they face and was able to receive suggestions from experts to

overcome the problems. The workshop consisted of a mixture of visuals, lectures with discussions in between.

The key points discussed at the workshops were;

 Availability of water resources in different mandals (an administrative division) and stages of groundwater development for each mandal of Warangal district. The critical areas in Warangal district and possible remedial measures. Further the simple techniques of rainwater harvesting were explained to the farmers.

 A conventional micro-irrigation system - One Acre Irrigation System developed by CWS was shared and the simplified version of the system was preferred most by the farmers in both the workshops. Some farmers expressed their interest to adopt the system.

 CWS explained the concept of sustainable ground water management and rain water harvesting methods promoted by them for recharging the ground water.

 The resource person from Department of Agriculture explained the crop-water relationship which includes water requirement for different crops, water saving techniques and agronomical practices. The farmers were given opportunities to sought suggestions for some of the frequent diseases they observe in plant saplings.

Altogether 96 participants from 43 villages attended the workshops.

1.3 Famers’ field visit to demonstration sites to enhance knowledge on water use efficiency and climate resilient cropping patterns

IWP with the collaboration of its partner Safe Water Network organised a farmers’ field visit to Waddicherla and Vanaparthi villages of Jangaon Division, Warangal District for 55 farmers of selected villages of Warangal District, Telangana on 12 September 2015. The sites visited by the farmers were;

 Bore well recharge method for water harvesting - it costs around Indian Rs. 40,000 per bore well  CWS developed micro-irrigation system - One Acre Micro-Irrigation System. The method is cost effective and suitable for farmers who possess small land holdings and low yielding bore wells. People using the system in vegetable and cotton fields.  There is a shift in agricultural practices in the villages due to newly introduced projects - farmers adopted cultivation of dry land crops like cotton, vegetables, etc. and reduced the area of paddy cultivation due to high consumption of water. The system of rice intensification practice is adopted in rice cultivation, which requires less water and receive higher production.

 Constructed sump wells which store water on the surface.  Installed a rain gauge to collect rainfall data and to record seasonal water level fluctuations. The farmers were trained on participatory hydrological monitoring methods which are being used for crop water budgeting.  Formed a committee for Suwgam (Sustainable Ground Water Management) project. The committee is responsible for project interventions and awareness raising on water and crop related aspects in the village.  A water treatment plant which is managed by women’s Self Help Group has been installed in village.

 The village map and water level data are being displayed in common places of the villages of Waddicherla and Vanaparthi.

The community meeting was organised at a community hall in village Waddicherla hosted by the Centre for Rural Operation Programmes Society (CROPS), Jangaon prior to the field visit. CROPS facilitated the discussion and explained the purpose of visit. The Sugwm project committee members and locally elected personnel (Sarpanch, ward members, MPTC members, etc.) shared facts on project interventions. The feedback session was organised towards the end of the visit at School campus in Vanaparthy village.

1.4 Meetings/Workshops/Conferences

IWP undertook the review of regulatory and institutional framework of Maharashtra; Karnataka and Meghalaya to operationalise the National Water Policy 2012 with the support of its network partner; Indian Environment Law Offices in 2014. The review report of all the three States were shared with Secretary, Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, Government of India on 16 September by the Executive Secretary- cum-Country Coordinator, IWP along with the representatives of Indian Environment Law Offices.

WACREP Activity Report

2.1 Climate resilient development- A case study of Mashi Sub-Basin in Rajasthan

IWP is undertaking this activity with the support of one of its network partner, Centre for Environment and Development Studies (CEDS) based at Jaipur, Rajasthan. The following activities were undertaken in September 2015.

Activity 1: Progress in GIS and Remote Sensing data analysis: Writing the report based on the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) data, and report is expected to be completed by 15 October 2015.

Activity 2: Conduct Socio-Economic Survey: Writing the report based on geological and geo- hydrological information for the basin is in progress. It is expected to be completed by end of October 2015. The Village level data collection is in progress and prepared the plan for data entry and tabulation.

Activity 3: The Water Evaluation And Planning (WEAP) model to be completed with the completion of the above reports.

2.1 Water-Energy-Food Nexus: Developing a Framework for resilience in urban areas with reference to housing societies

IWP is undertaking the activity in four blocks of Gurgaon (Haryana) namely; Gurgaon, Pataudi, Sohna and Farrukhnagar with the support of The Tata Energy Research Institute (TERI). The activities undertaken in September are given below;

Questionnaire finalisation: Improved the questionnaire based on the responses of pilot testing conducted in August. The survey has been initiated in September.

Questionnaire finalisation for other stakeholders: The questionnaire for commercial and institutional stakeholders has been prepared. The survey to be started in October along with individual discussions with key stakeholders.

1.3 Promotion of Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM) in peri-urban settings (Action research to develop innovative IWRM investments)

IWP is undertaking the activity with the collaboration of TARU Leading Edge, New Delhi in Garhi Harsaru village in Gurgaon district of Haryana. The following activities were undertaken by IWP in September;

Consultation with PRI members: A consultation meeting was organised with the participation of Panchayati Raj Institution (PRI) members on 4 September to identify the water related issues in the village. The second meeting was held on 14 September to discuss the preparations for planned awareness raising programme on water conservation and water quality issues, which will be organised by IWP in the village school.

Conducting the awareness raising programme and the drawing competition: The programme was held at the Government school of project village for students of grade 6 to 8 on 28 September 2015. Approximately 160 students participated the programme.

Presentation on water conservation and water quality assessment: The awareness raising programme was followed by a presentation on water conservation and water quality testing by IWP using the water testing kit. The students tested the quality of water in their school and was obtained an idea about the quality of water they consume. The students received gifts from Sarpanch (Head of the Village), other Panachayati Raj Institution members and the School Principal at the end of the programme.

Part 5: GWP Nepal/ JVS Core Activities

1.1 Media sensitisation on water related issues Questionnaires which were disseminated to potential media personnel are being administered. The programmes for sensitising media on effective information dissemination and happenings in water sector will be designed based on these inputs.

1.2 Assessment of environmental flow in hydropower development and its implications in a Gandaki River basin

The policy and relevant documents are being reviewed by the sector consultant. The gap will be identified through literature review. The policy compliance of releasing minimum flow in the river during hydro-electricity generation shall be accessed and data on hydropower generation to be obtained through a field visit.

1.3 Assessment of water focused climate adaptation actions in 101 LAPA and its integration into local planning process in selected district Documents and LAPAs are being reviewed and water resources conservation related adaptation actions will be identified by the consultant. The entry points will be recommended for the integration of adaptation activities into local planning processes.

1.4 Participation in NAP launching programme Mr Tejendra B. GC, Manager, JVS/GWP Nepal participated for the launching of National Adaptation Plan (NAP) on 18 September 2015 organised by Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment, Nepal.

Part 6: Sri Lanka Water Partnership (SLWP) Core Activity Report:

1.1 SLWP in Collaboration with the Construction Industry Development Authority (CIDA formerly ICTAD) of Ministry of Housing and Construction organised a programme on ‘An alternative to River Sand in constructions’ on 2 September 2015 at the auditorium of CDIA. A total of 35 participants representing government institutions, industry and private organisations attended the programme. Experts from the University of Moratuwa have conducted the presentations and possible different options, magnitude of the problem and solutions were discussed at the meeting. A follow-up workshop is being planned which will discuss the issues related to supply and demand including specifications, quality control, standards and vocational/professional training in use of alternatives. This programme complements to the SLWP programme on River Sand Mining with Police/Regulators and communities which has been undertaking since 2003.

1.2 SLWP Chair participated for the preparatory programme of the upcoming 4th International Network For Water and Ecosystems in Paddy Fields (INWEPF), which will be core-organised by SLWP, held at Ministry of Irrigation on 10 September 2015. The international workshop will be held in November 2015.

1.3 A Brainstorming session for a youth programme on ‘Youth Engagement in Water’ was organised in collaboration with Verite Research on 16 September in Colombo. 18 youth participated the meeting and contributed in preparing the Action Plan. The programme will be linked with the GWP youth Strategy activities.

1.4 SLWP Programme Committee Meeting held on 23 September at SLWP.

1.5 SLWP Senior Advisor Ms Kusum Athukorala participated the Annual General Meeting of Girl Guides Association on 26 September.

1.6 The 2nd follow-up activity on ‘An Alternative for River Sand in Construction’ was held on 28 September at the auditorium of CIDA in Colombo. The programme was carried out as a brainstorm session for gathering views on alternatives for river sand and limitations in manufacturing, marketing and promoting the selected alternative. 39 representatives from government organisations - Geological Survey and Mines Bureau, University of Moratuwa and private sector attended the meeting. The work plans for the task forces to be 75

developed by CIDA as the focal Agency. SLWP will be assisting in awareness raising, capacity building and public campaigning efforts of the programme.

WACREP Activity Report:

2.1 A special Programme Committee Meeting was held on 14 September to discuss the suggested Media Programme. The activity leader along with the consultant hired by SLWP visited Department of Agriculture on 29 August and 9 September to discuss the format and content of the video and to obtain shots which are stored in the library. This will be conducted jointly with the Audio Visual unit of the Department of Agriculture.

SOUTHEAST ASIA

September Monthly Report

GWP Southeast Asia 31st Steering Committee Meeting GWP Southeast Asia held its 31st Steering Committee Meeting on 1-2 October 2015 in Siem Reap, Cambodia. In this meeting a new chair has been elected for the period of 2016-2019. Mr. H. E Watt Botkosal from Cambodia will be GWP Southeast Asia’s Next chair. All Country Water Partnership reported their activity which has been done in 2015 and start preparing their work plan for the next 2016. On the 2nd day of the meeting, GWP Southeast Asia invited ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) to rebuild cooperation between GWP Southeast Asia and ASEAN. GWP Southeast Asia and ASEAN presented respective programs and activities. Dr. Ampai Harakunarak from Cross Sectoral Cooperation Directorate (ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community Department) shared Interim action plan on ASEAN Post-2015 Environmental Cooperation and ASEAN Cooperation on Environment FactSheet to show the Cooperation Structures of ASEAN in promoting environmental cooperation among its member states including their working group called ASEAN Working Groups (AWGs). GWP Southeast Asia and ASEAN planned to organize activities to improve Water Security through promotion of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) in Southeast Asia. Both

organizations agreed to form a working team of 5 persons to write initial draft of possible joint activities between GWP Southeast Asia and ASEAN (Environmental Division of ASEAN Secretariat and AWGWRM). The team members from GWP Southeast Asia are (1) Mr. Watt Botkosal (Cambodia), (2) Mr. Hanapi bin M. Noor (Malaysia) and Dr. Sutardi (Indonesia). Team members from ASEAN will be appointed later, after receiving endorsement from 10 member countries. The working team will start by collecting data and information, and will hold a meeting in the second half of December, planned in Indonesia. After discussion we had an opportunity to learn the challenges to sustainable development and management of the Tonle sap lake, how it will survive people livelihoods and socio economic and environment of the Lake as the significant natural and economic assests of the Mekong River system in Cambodia. The trip was organized by CamboWP to visit and observe the Tonle Sap Lake environment and communities located in Kompong Phluk Commune, where people lives connect to the lake water, transportation, economics, fisheries, culture and eco-turism and environment protection activities.

Myanmar Water Partnership Identification of Water Quality Monitoring and Evaluation Approaches for Bago River

In Bago River, water has been used for Agriculture, Industries and Tourist attraction which means the quality of water is important to be used for human and other living things.

Water of good quality should be clear and free from harmful substances and can be used by humans and other living things.

Myanmar Water Partnership and Global Water Partnership-Southeast Asia together with government organizations, University, NGOs, INGOs (total 55 participants) gathered to discuss about water quality monitoring and evaluation aspects in Bago River on 15th September 2015 at Irrigation Technology Center, Bago. Workshop participants are from technical institutes and professional private organizations especially concerned with water quality monitoring and evaluation aspects.

Seven speakers discussed on topics related to their own tasks of the water quality monitoring in Myanmar Rivers. From these presentation and discussion, more understanding between the organizations getting an overview of who are doing monitoring in the actual area and what they are monitor for and how can they access the data. From Norwegian Institute for Water Research (NIVA), point out the interpretation of monitoring data and planning of monitoring programs possibly are the most important subjects.

Participants can learn techniques of water quality monitoring and evaluation approaches that are usually practicing in Myanmar. Knowledge exchange of Myanmar practices and Norwegian way of doing in this regards have been worked out. Based on the discussions among participants, identification of water quality monitoring and evaluation approaches for Bago River has decided.

Lao Water Partnership

National Seminar on Water Resource Management and Sustainable Development Agenda for Lao PDR

Lao Water Partnership with support from GWP Southeast Asia held a seminar on 15 June 2015 to support the Government of Lao PDR’s policy in relation to preparation and finalization of national socio- economic development plan 2016- 2020, Strategy 2025 and Vision 2030, which related to national sustainable development and green economy.

Mr. Thoumma Saleumxay, Deputy Director General of Department of Water Resource, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, chaired the meeting and expressed on the important of Integrated Water Resources Management, sustainable development management in Lao PDR in in his opening remarks.

Development is rapidly grown in the country in the past decade. Water resources are crucial and act as catalyst or center for livelihood of Lao people in the country whose majority live in the rural areas, near the river, stream, canal and other ecosystem. Most of people works are related to agriculture of about 80 percent of the population with link to water uses. In addition, water is important source of food and has income generated from water resources such as: agriculture-livestock, fishery, aquatic vegetables, bamboo shoot and others.

The impact to natural resources especially water also occurred throughout the country, unsustainable use and multi-sectoral use of water is increasing versus demands. Water resources management is needed to ensure sustainable development and to raise greater awareness and in-depth understanding of the importance of water resources, priority areas in water resource management and development‚ direction and decisions. Mechanisms are needed to coordinate activities implementation on the ground and at grass root level.

37 participants (11 females) from government institution, private sector, NGO, Academy and resource person from Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MONRE) and Ministry of Planning and Investment aware of this need and discussed on water resources management strategy contributing to sustainable development agenda of the country in the long run. And start put this understanding into the policy and plans.

Securing the policy and plans are integrated and aligned with new national vision 2030, strategy 2025 and AP 2016-2020 (SDG, Green Growth, Result Based Planning), reduce the water risks, robust water governance, improve water resource facilities for climate change resilience and disaster risk reduction, sustainable use of water with more coordinated plans, etc.

In addition, this workshop was a very good chance and platform to build better partnership among water resource management stakeholders with better understanding and coordination among each other as well as increase cooperation in the future.

All participants agreed of this follow up action, such as:  Continue to coordinate with stakeholders who joined the seminar as focal point.  Promote and conduct awareness raising activities on water resource management and sustainable development.  Government line agencies, private sectors and all related stakeholders in Lao PDR strongly urge to participate and joint implement the national water resources strategy 2025 with support and linkage with national socio-economic development plan, sustainable development goal, green growth.  Seek the fund for pilot project on integrated water resource management and sustainable development mechanism in practices.

Lao Water Partnership

National consultation workshop on review of water resource strategy implementation and integration in the national natural resources and environment strategy towards 2025

“Many activities had been done and showed progress in the past five years, but there are also still remaining a lot of challenges and many IWRM activities need to be done in the coming years. However, the new phase of strategy implementation has to be improved and aligned with national natural resources strategy and other water related sector plans as well as the 8th national socio-economic development plans of the government 2016-2020” said Mr. Thoumma Saluemxay, Deputy Director General of Department of Water Resources, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.

The workshop on 26 May 2015 highlighted that The Lao National Water Resources Strategy and Action Plan 2011-2015 implementation and development is very crucial for water sector collaboration among stakeholders in the country since the last five years of review.

It provided key guidance and instruments for sustainable water resource management in the country in the more holistic and integrated approach. The overall objective of the strategy is to promote integrated management, utilization and development of water resources for the outmost benefits and sustainability, while ensuring environment protection, effective climate change adaptation and livelihood improvement. Three missions have been identified in the strategy namely: 1). Formulate sustainable development and water resource management plan with emphasis on creating a balance between socio- economic and ecosystem outcomes/benefit; 2). Encourage, promote ownership and participation of all stakeholders; and 3). Prioritize water allocation to meet basic needs of human, ensure fairness of water use and benefit sharing from the existing water resource development.

The strategy has outlined 12 programs including:

1. Institutional Strengthening and Coordination; 2. Legislation, Plans and Implementation; 3. River Basin and Sub-river basins Management and Planning; 4. Groundwater Management; 5. Data and Information Management; 6. Water Allocation; 7. Water Quality Monitoring, Management and Ecosystems Protection; 8. Wetland Management; 9. Flood and Drought Management; 10. Water Resource Risk Management and Climate Change Adaptation; 11. Sustainable IWRM Financing; 12. Awareness, Participation and Capacity Building.

Regarding to implementation of the national water resources strategy and action plan, DWR-MONRE presented information on key reforms in Lao water resources management. In order to effectively manage the water and water resources, Government of Lao is working and defining clear responsibilities among the MONRE line agencies including central, provincial and district level, reviewed the new Water Resources Law and finalizing the new National Water Resources Strategy toward 2025 and Action Plan 2016-2020 (NWRSAP). While doing these efforts there are some confronting challenges such as: new institutional structure, limited concerned staff capacity, lack of accurate and quantitative information, increased investment in related to water bodies, natural disaster as more frequent flood/flash flood happened, limited financial support and sustainable mechanism, etc.

In addition, some outstanding milestones have been progressed and achieved such as: Lao PDR has applied IWRM in some 6 major river basins and more than 13 sub-basins with expanding the lessons throughout the country, piloted water quality monitoring and management project with more than 158 monitoring stations across the basins in the country, studied and designed National IWRM Demonstration Site and training centre, IWRM training/capacity building Plan, studied on IWRM financing, public-private-community IWRM awareness and participation, drafting technical related IWRM technical guidelines such as river basin planning, surface water resource inventory, wetland inventory, water quality monitoring, groundwater management, state of river basin report or profile, stakeholder promotion in IWRM in the context of Lao PDR, preparing national water resources inventory and water resource database system, preparing and drafting national groundwater profile as well as its preliminary management plan, and etc.

In addition, the Department of Planning and Cooperation (DPC) of MONRE presented the latest draft of the MONRE Natural Resources and Environment Strategy 2025 (NRES). The strategy contains MONRE’s vision, aims, and strategy and 5-year action plan 2016-2020. There are seven thematic sections including water resources as a key element of the overall strategy. The draft strategy also refers to laws in the country as well as international conventions that Lao PDR has ratified and has joint signatory agreements. This NRES 2025 will be finalized and submitted to MPI and it will be a first big/overall strategy for the ministry ever. Each thematic section including water resources will have their own strategic and more detail action plan documents which will be key document to support the implementation of the NRES.

50 participants (14 females) from government institution, private sector, academe, Social Association, resource persons – MONRE and Ministry of Planning and Investment gave some comments and feedbacks during the workshop: •There are many water-related legislation and strategy developments that are being developed, implemented and reviewed (water resource law, land and forestry laws, national water resources strategy 81

and action plan etc.); It was suggested that these documents should be technically consistent and supported or supplemented each other. •The water resource strategy and its action plan is significant part of the next 10-year Natural Resources and Environment Strategy and Action Plan 2016-2020. •Climate change is also main factor that impacts to water resources that we have to consider and find long-term solutions for resilience and adaptation that should integrate into next action plan of water resources. •Awareness raising for local people on natural resources conservation and sustainable development is very important and need to conduct regularly as series and widely expansion to all of the 18 provinces in the country. •Promote sustainable development in the water-related development project design and implementation in the country with participation of all related sectors especially private sectors and local actors. •This discussion is set as high priority of Government of Lao PDR (GoL) which supported and was in- line with the need of national water resource strategy review/update as well as development and finalization of natural resources and environment and next 5 year socio-economic development plan of GoL 2016-2020, strategy 2025 and vision 2030. •The participants recognized and gained more knowledge on the progress and issues of IWRM implementation in Lao PDR which presented and discussed for the period of past 5 years (2011-2015) which review mainly focused on water law approval and implementation, new updated strategy finalization and dissemination, river basin planning and related guidelines (water quality, groundwater, inventory, stakeholder promotion), need more financial support from both GOL and external, IWRM education in National University of Laos, water quality laboratory, etc. •In summary, practical comments and recommendation for better IWRM implementation in Lao PDR for the next 5 year plan (2016-2020) identified in the key: secure IRBM in 10 priority RBs, increase more synergy of related water use sectors, linkage of the water legislation and other water use sectors, improve sector coordination, secure sustainability and green growth, more awareness to stakeholder and local villagers, engage more private sector, use and apply technology for water utilization, water & climate change, etc. Water resource is among key 7 thematic areas in MONRE strategy 2025.

Follow up Action: •To support to consolidate and update the national water resources strategy 2025 and action plan 2016- 2020 •Integrate recommendation and key statements of national water resources strategy into natural resources and environment strategy 2025 and 8th national socio-economic development plans 2016- 2020. •Circulate the improved documents to participants and line agencies for further information and comments. •Continuously conduct awareness raising activities on IWRM and natural resources conservation and sustainable development. •Seek the project on sustainable water resources management and development.

WEST AFRICA

Monthly Report West Africa for September 2015

1. Ghana: CWP-Ghana progress meeting held The Executive Secretary of the Global Water Partnership West Africa (GWP-WA), Mr. Dam Mogbante met with the Management of CWP-Ghana on 9th September, 2015. The meeting was held at the conference room of the Water Resources Commission. The issues on the agenda for the meeting included; i) initial briefing of Dr. Yaw Opoku Ankomah on the Technical Committee; ii) discussion with the CWP-Ghana Executive Secretary and the acting Chairman on the progress of WACDEP and preparation towards documentation of ongoing activities and iii) discussion of preparation towards the upcoming 7th WACDEP Coordination meeting in Accra .

Moving forward, Mr. Mogbante advised the management to initiate the documentation process early in order to avoid information losses. Also, he asked the Ghana team to prepare towards the project under the Sustainable Development Goals in case Ghana is selected as one of the beneficiary countries. Furthermore, he recommended that WACDEP achievements be communicated to the regional office to avoid under reporting.

In attendance were the Acting Chairman of the CWP-Ghana and Executive Secretary of the Host Institution, Mr Ben Ampomah; the Chairman of the GWP-WA Technical Committee, Dr. Yaw Opoku Ankomah; the Project Manager and Executive Secretary of CWP-Ghana, Mr. Maxwell Boateng- Gyimah and other team members.

2. Burkina Faso: water and food security report validated Burkina Faso has produced a national report on water and food security in the framework of the national dialogue on water and food security to be presented as the country's contribution to the 42nd session of the World Food Security Committee (CSA) and the 21th Conference of Parties (COP21). The consultant’s report was presented to stakeholder during a workshop for amendments and validation on 9 September 2015.

The report focusses on Climate change and the links between water and food security. But participants have asked to integrate in the document proposals of actions to improve the knowledge on water resources and mainly ground water resources, to formulate actions for the development, diffusion techniques and solutions for an efficient management of water in agriculture and other development sectors. They also asked for the formulation of recommendations for the allocation of financial and technical resources for investing in security actions of natural resources. A working group was set up to follow the work of the consultant who was given a week to finalize the report.

3. The process for establishing an Authority for the Comoe, Bia and Tano transboundary river basins kicks off

ECOWAS Water Resources Coordination Center (WRCC) with it partners are supporting 4 riparian countries (Ivory Coast, Ghana, Burkina and Mali) in the participatory process for the creation of an Authority for the development and management of the Comoe, Bia and Tano rivers. The meeting was held in Accra, Ghana on 10 and 11 September 2015.

After the feasibility study developed and four National consultative workshops, the regional workshop aimed at consolidating the views of the main stakeholders on the keys issues such as the Objectives, the organizational scheme of the Basin Authority and it financing the participants agreed on the roadmap on a roadmap that will lead to the ratification of the convention earl 2017.

GWP/WA as one of the technical partners was represented by its Regional Coordinator, Mr. Dam MOGBANTE in that very important meeting.

GWP/WA was asked to support the countries concerned and ECOWAS/WRCC in the implementation of the roadmap including the promotion of the establishment of the Comoe- Bia-Tano Transboundary authority at national, sub-regional and international levels and strengthening the framework for consultation between the four States Parties, and Capacity building actions.

Since there is one CWP in each of the 4 countries it is expected that they play a strong role in the process.

After the Mono Basin Authority established, the process for the Comoe-Bia-Tano River basin Authority is in good way of coming to a reality.

This action goes in the frame of the implementation of the West African Regional Water Policy for which the concerted management of shared water resources is of a particular importance in West Africa, and the support to countries for the establishment of joint management authorities is a key action.

4. GWP/OQFJ Francophone Youth water initiative, Burkina validates report

The national assessment report on the involvement of youth in the governance of water and food security produced by a consultant in Burkina Faso was validated on September 15, 2015.

The report points out that youth involvement is not specifically established in water and food security management strategies and policies. It highlights that the youth issue should not be only mentioned but structurally built in and climate change management calls for a behaviour change and innovation.

It was recommended to include water governance in school curricula in order to train a generation of experts on water issues, to encourage the creation of youth associations on water issues.

For a better involvement of youth the report is recommending to

- set up agricultures zones around water points and help the youth to establish near and build their capacity in the management of water infrastructures; - organize youth by production sectors and help them in the trading of produces; - maintain the youth – government consultation framework in order to allow young people to take part actively in development actions of the country in the context of climate change - Allow youth to play a greater role in their local communities in building climate resilient strategies.

For the COP21, the report is calling of African countries to consult and agree on the coooperation process, developed countries to reduce their gas emissions and help developing countries to access to climate fundings.

The workshop was attended by the permanent secretary of the national council on environement and sustainable development (SP/CONEDD), representing the Minister and a representative of the French Embassy.

In Cape Verde

The meeting was held on September 15, 2015 in Praia.

5. The Mekrou Project at the NBA CRP

The Niger Basin Authority (NBA) held a meeting of its Regional Steering Committee on Projects in Cotonou from September 14 to 16. The Mekrou Project Manager with GWP WAf Chair took part in this meeting and presented the progress report of the project.

The NBA member countries were assured by the Technical Director that the project’s implementation is done closely in collaboration with the Executive Secretariat of the NBA. The coordination mechanism of the project where the three interested countries (Benin, Burkina, Niger) lead rotatively was explained to the other countries.

The Mekrou Project manager explained that the innovation in this project is that Northern and Southern scientists will work together and be co-authors of all scientific articles and data gathered through the project.

6. IDMP, Niger has established its national platform

The institutions member of the national platform for the integrated management of drought in Niger met on September 30 in Niamey. The meeting was led by the chair of the CWP. Out of the eleven (11) institutions eight (8) have designated their representatives making it possible the effective establishment of the platform. The Terms of References were presented to the participants who were asked at the end to bring ideas of no/low projects for the next meeting to be held on October 14, 2015.