On 24 July, the Executive Secretary made a courtesy call on the new Minister for Water Development and Sanitation, Hon Collins Nzovu, MP. Discussions centred around developments in the Zambia water sector especially, Zambia’s drought response and measures to control the cholera outbreak. The opportunity was utilised to orientate Hon Nzovu on his role as a member of the Executive Committee of AMCOW.
In addition, the Executive
Secretary updated the Honourable Minister on the outcomes from AMCOW’s
engagements at the 10th World Water Forum. Also discussed was the
upcoming 9th Africa Water Week on 13-17 October 2024 in Cairo Egypt.
The 14th Ordinary Session of the Executive Committee during the
Africa Water Week will further guide the process of formulating the post-2025
Africa Water Vision and Policy.