Water in West Africa & GIRE: Ministerial Committee Meets to Accelerate Water Governance

The 6th ordinary session of the West Africa Water Management Committee was held on September 23, 2026, alongside the West Africa Regional Water Forum. Ministers, experts, and partners discussed issues such as implementing resolutions, funding, data access, and preparing for the UN water conference. The region faces increasing challenges from climate change, ecosystem degradation, pollution, and demographic pressure on water resources. ECOWAS emphasizes that water should serve as a tool for regional integration rather than division.