About
A collaborative platform accelerating the adoption and implementation of Citywide Inclusive Sanitation across Africa.
Urban sanitation remains one of Africa’s most pressing development challenges.
Four constraints continue to hold back progress toward safely managed sanitation services for all:
ESTABLISHED
2022
The Africa CWIS Network was established as a collaborative platform to accelerate the adoption and implementation of the CWIS approach across the continent, bringing together policymakers, regulators, service providers, development partners, development finance institutions, civil society organizations, regional and global networks, and research and academic institutions.
At its core, the Network strengthens collaboration and coordination, amplifies shared learning, and fosters unified action to deliver inclusive, safe, equitable and sustainable sanitation services at scale, towards SDG 6 and country aspirations.
A permanent technical platform towards SDG 6 and Agenda 2063: The Africa We Want
By providing a structured space for collaboration, the Network enables partners to work more efficiently and strategically toward shared sanitation outcomes. It is guided by four interconnected objectives.
Leverage partnerships for scale and impact
Align and build on ongoing initiatives to expand reach and effectiveness across multiple countries.
Harmonize approaches and messaging
Develop a shared understanding and consistent narrative across institutions and drive a collective vision through contributions to the implementation of the Africa Water Vision 2063 and Policy.
Co-create knowledge and joint outputs
Collaboratively develop publications, events and technical resources.
Strengthen knowledge exchange and capacity development
Facilitate peer learning and continuous sharing of experiences, tools and lessons.
ANCHOR INSTITUTION
ESAWAS Regulators Association
The Africa CWIS Network is institutionally anchored by the ESAWAS Regulators Association, which supports Network coordination, partner engagement, knowledge exchange and alignment with continental priorities.
Stronger together
The Network brings together continental policy bodies, sector associations and networks, development finance institutions, development partners, research and knowledge institutions, civil society, philanthropic organizations and global sector networks.
