Water and Climate: Building Resilient Communities (Final Report)

Cairo Water Week (CWW) has emerged as a key event in worldwide water resource management, addressing topics that are relevant on a local, regional, and international scale. Every year, the Egyptian Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation (MWRI) organizes CWW, which is held under the distinguished patronage of H.E. Mr. Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt. This one-of-a-kind meeting aims to advance cutting-edge information, facilitate strategic relationships, and promote conversation about long-term water solutions.

The 7th edition of Cairo Water Week, held from October 13 to 17, 2024, brought together leaders, experts, and stakeholders from around the world to address some of the most important water and climate issues. This year’s conference subject, Water and Climate: Building Resilient Communities, captured the broad desire to address water security concerns in the context of climate uncertainty.

Through five important sub-themes, attendees engaged in thought-provoking debates, expert exchanges, and actionable insights aimed at crafting a resilient future:
• The theme of Transboundary Water Governance for Sustainable Development focuses on cooperation and policy-making to ensure equitable and sustainable water use across boundaries.

• The track “Strategic Water Resources Management in Enhancing Community Resilience” focused on how effective policies and practices might improve community adaptation to climate effects.

• The theme “Innovation and Financing Resilient Solutions for Water Security” focused on innovative ideas and funding approaches to strengthen water systems against climate change.

• Water and Climate Adaptations and Resilience: Practical initiatives and frameworks were highlighted here, demonstrating efforts to integrate water and climate adaption methods to boost resilience.

• Climate-Smart Communities: Planning and Legislation: This issue addressed the role of governance by examining how careful planning and legislation may drive the creation of communities that are better prepared for climate change.