News
You’ll find all the latest news from Water Witness on this page- from our press releases and campaigns launches to more in depth looks at our programmatic work.
Accountability for Water Inception Meeting
On the 10th and 11th of December 2018, WWI hosted a number of partner organisations to mark the inception of the Accountability for Water, an innovative new action and research programme that aims to strengthen knowledge and practice of social accountability in the water sector.
Funded PhD Scholarships on accountability for water in Africa
We’re pleased to announce two exciting opportunities to work with Water Witness International and our partners to lead ground-breaking research on water and accountability via PhD scholarships funded by the Scottish Government’s Hydro Nation Scholars Programme. I'd be grateful for your help in circulating details of these opportunities among your networks so that we can find the best candidates.
Showcasing Scotland's contribution to climate resilient, pro-poor growth
On Monday 29th October, we hosted a diverse audience of 68 public sector, private sector and NGO stakeholders to discuss Scotland's role in driving climate resilient pro-poor growth in Africa through water stewardship.
A warm welcome to our new staff
We are delighted to welcome two new members of staff to Water Witness International. Dorcas Pratt joins as Deputy Director and Eva Schoof as Research and Communications Officer.
Habari za Maji prize for outstanding journalism
in October 2018, Water Witness International and its partners awarded the ‘Habari za Maji’ prize for outstanding journalism for accountability in water management. The Awards attracted 120 submissions from 46 journalists.