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Implementing Transboundary Aquifer Cooperation in Africa

Australian Water School via YouTube

Overview

Explore the practicalities of implementing transboundary aquifer management in Africa through this 58-minute webinar. Delve into the experiences of two aquifers in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) projects on the Ramotswa and Stampriet systems. Gain insights into tools that can strengthen the management of shared groundwater resources. Learn about the growing recognition of transboundary groundwater and aquifers in Africa, and understand the challenges and solutions in data acquisition, conjunctive water management, and data collection. Examine the phases of implementation, including baseline reports, agricultural water solutions, and the establishment of groundwater hydrology committees. Discover the lessons learned from these projects and how they can guide future efforts in transboundary aquifer cooperation across the continent.

Syllabus

Introduction
Background
Transboundary Aquifers
New projects
Comparing conscious experiences
Location and objectives
Phases
Baseline Report
Ag Water Solutions
Transparent Aquifer Area
Orange Senku Basin
Groundwater Hydrology Committee
Lessons Learned
Issues
Data Acquisition
Conjunctive Water Management
Data Collection
Questions
Conclusion

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Australian Water School

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