8. April 2026    566

SuSanA lead “Water for Prosperity” (Interactive Dialogue 2) for the One-Day Stakeholder Meeting in Dakar

2026 will be a pivotal year for water. Beyond the stock take on SDG 6 and several key regional and thematic milestones, the third United Nations Water Conference since 1977 will convene in the United Arab Emirates in December, co-hosted by Senegal. It will be a key moment to unite member states and the different stakeholder groups behind a clear vision for a water secure future and to position water as a priority globally, regionally, and locally.  

  6. January 2025    8474

The history of the advancements in sanitation and hygiene is often viewed through a Western lens, yet some of the most significant contributions came from the Middle East during the Islamic Golden Age. Two famous figures of this era, Al-Razi and Ibn Sina, made groundbreaking strides in the understanding and promotion of hygiene. Their works not only influenced their contemporaries but also laid foundational principles that influenced even our modern perception of health and hygiene.

  7. September 2023    4470

Yazd, a city nestled in the heart of Iran's central desert, holds a unique historical treasure - its ingenious water and sewage system. Dating back centuries, this remarkable system not only provided clean water and efficient sewage management but also demonstrated the resourcefulness and forward-thinking of its inhabitants. In this blog post, we delve into the historical background of Yazd's water and sewage system, explore what makes it unique, and uncover the valuable lessons it offers us in today's world.