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Uganda signs Africa water agreement

Uganda has solidified its position as a hub for water and sanitation management in Africa by signing a historic host agreement with the African Water and Sanitation Association (AfWASA).

The agreement establishes the African Water and Sanitation Academy (AWASA) in Uganda, marking a significant milestone in the continent's water sector.

The agreement was signed yesterday by Uganda’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Gen Abubakar Jeje Odongo, and AfWASA president, Dr Silver Mugisha, during a ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Kampala.

Gen Odongo expressed pride in hosting AWASA through the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC), highlighting the alignment with Uganda’s commitment to improving water and sanitation services.

“Hosting the AWASA academy is a source of pride for Uganda. We have followed AfWASA’s activities closely and appreciate NWSC’s leadership in this initiative, "he said.