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African Youth Water Summit 2027
- 22–23 September 2027
- Accra, Ghana
Theme
Youth Driving Water Security in Africa: From Voice to Action
International delegates should plan to arrive on 20–21 September 2027.
Registration coming soon
Event Overview
AYWF’s flagship continental gathering.
The African Youth Water Forum is pleased to announce the African Youth Water Summit 2027, scheduled for 22–23 September 2027 in Accra, Ghana.
The Summit will be AYWF’s flagship continental gathering, bringing together youth leaders, governments, water and WASH institutions, development partners, researchers, universities, civil society organizations, private-sector actors, innovators and international participants.
Under the theme “Youth Driving Water Security in Africa: From Voice to Action,” the Summit will provide a platform for dialogue, knowledge exchange, youth innovation, policy engagement, partnership development and practical action on Africa’s water future.
The Summit is expected to host approximately 300 participants, including delegates from across Africa and other parts of the world.
Summit Objectives
What the Summit sets out to do.
- Strengthen meaningful youth participation in water governance and decision-making.
- Create a continental and international platform for dialogue on Africa’s water future.
- Showcase youth-led research, innovation, entrepreneurship and community solutions.
- Connect young water leaders with governments, development partners, investors, universities and water-sector institutions.
- Promote evidence-based policy dialogue, advocacy and knowledge exchange.
- Build partnerships and resource opportunities for youth-led water and WASH initiatives.
- Develop practical commitments and recommendations for advancing water security.
- Strengthen AYWF’s continental network and visibility.
Key Thematic Areas
Eight tracks across two days.
Youth and Water Governance
Youth Leadership and Participation
Water Security, Climate Resilience and Adaptation
WASH in Schools, Institutions, Urban Areas and Communities
Research, Innovation, Technology and Knowledge Management
Policy, Advocacy, Accountability and Storytelling
Water Bodies, Environmental Protection and Pollution
Partnerships, Financing and Investment for Youth-Led Water Solutions
Who Should Participate
The Summit will welcome.
- Youth water leaders and youth-led organizations
- Government ministries, departments and agencies
- Water and WASH institutions
- United Nations agencies and development partners
- Universities, researchers and students
- Civil society and community organizations
- Private-sector and water-technology companies
- Climate and environmental organizations
- Investors, foundations and philanthropic organizations
- Media professionals
- International youth leaders and water-sector professionals
Expected Outcomes
What the Summit will produce.
- The AYWF Youth Water Declaration 2027
- Practical action commitments from participants and partners
- A Youth Water Innovation Showcase
- New institutional and cross-border partnerships
- Youth-informed water-policy recommendations
- Stronger regional and country-level AYWF networks
- A Summit report and related knowledge products
International Delegates
Planning your travel.
International delegates should plan to arrive in Accra on 20–21 September 2027. Departure may be scheduled from 24 September 2027, depending on individual travel arrangements.
Detailed information concerning registration, accommodation, visa-support documentation, local transportation and delegate services will be published later.
AYWF cannot guarantee visa issuance or immigration approval. All participants will remain responsible for meeting the applicable entry requirements for Ghana.
Partnership
Partner with the African Youth Water Summit 2027.
The African Youth Water Summit 2027 offers governments, development partners, foundations, academic institutions, companies and civil society organizations an opportunity to support youth leadership and practical action for water security.
Partnership opportunities may include
- Financial sponsorship
- Youth-participation support
- International delegate support
- Technical expertise and speakers
- Innovation and exhibition support
- Research and knowledge partnerships
- Media and communications partnerships
- Digital and technology support
- In-kind contributions
Registration
Registration opening soon.
Registration, participation categories, fees and international-delegate information will be announced through the AYWF website and official social-media platforms.
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