{"id":36527,"date":"2026-09-30T08:49:28","date_gmt":"2026-09-30T06:49:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mwri.gov.eg\/mwri2\/?page_id=36527"},"modified":"2026-10-04T13:09:51","modified_gmt":"2026-10-04T11:09:51","slug":"cairo-water-week","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mwri.gov.eg\/mwri2\/?page_id=36527&lang=en","title":{"rendered":"Cairo Water Week"},"content":{"rendered":"

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An International Platform for Water Dialogue and Action<\/span><\/h2>\n

Cairo Water Week<\/span><\/h1>\n
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A leading international platform bringing together decision-makers, experts, international institutions, and development partners to address water challenges, exchange knowledge, and strengthen cooperation for a more sustainable and resilient water future.<\/p>\n

October 2026 | Cairo, Arab Republic of Egypt<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>[vc_row_inner rtl_reverse=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″]

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2018<\/h3>
Launch of the First Edition<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″]
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2026<\/h3>
9th Edition of Cairo Water Week<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column css_animation=”none” width=”1\/2″ offset=”vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-6 vc_col-sm-inherit”]
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From Cairo to the World<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Cairo Water Week is organized annually by the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation, under the auspices of H.E. the President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, as an international platform bringing together governments, ministries, multilateral institutions, development banks, scientists, civil society, and the private sector around a shared water agenda.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Since its launch in 2018, the Week has evolved from a regional platform addressing water challenges into a multidisciplinary international forum contributing to global water dialogue and policy.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_row_inner rtl_reverse=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″]

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International Dialogue<\/h3>
Strengthening dialogue and cooperation among countries and water-related institutions.<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Water Policies<\/h3>
Supporting policies and recommendations that contribute to achieving water security.<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Innovation & Scientific Research<\/h3>
Connecting scientific research with practical solutions and applications in the water sector.<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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International Partnerships<\/h3>
Building effective partnerships among governments, organizations, and development partners.<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Cairo Water Week in Numbers<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Eight editions of international dialogue, cooperation, and knowledge exchange in the field of water.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″]

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8 Editions<\/h3>
Since the launch of Cairo Water Week in 2018<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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28,000+<\/h3>
In-person and virtual participation across previous editions<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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2,300+<\/h3>
International and regional speakers<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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140+<\/h3>
Exhibitors and participating institutions<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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100+<\/h3>
Countries represented in each edition<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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95+<\/h3>
MoUs and cooperation agreements<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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21+<\/h3>
Conferences and ministerial meetings<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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650+<\/h3>
International and regional organizations<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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High-Level Participation<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Cairo Water Week brings together government leaders, ministers, senior officials, and representatives of international and regional institutions from around the world.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Participation spans water, environment, agriculture, energy, finance, foreign affairs, and planning, strengthening cross-sectoral integration and cooperation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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”120+<\/h3>
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”Wide<\/h3>
<\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][cz_service_box type=”vertical” title=”Dialogue & Cooperation” icon=”fa fa-solid fa-handshake” id=”cz_cww_high_4″ sk_icon=”color:#CBA123;font-size:40px;” sk_overall=”min-height:220px;padding:30px 20px;background:#ffffff;border-radius:10px;” sk_title=”color:#173F67;font-size:21px;”>Plenary sessions, bilateral and multilateral meetings, and governmental dialogues.<\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n

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Eight Years of Impact & International Dialogue<\/span><\/h2>\n
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A continuous journey of regional and international cooperation, connecting water priorities with global climate action and sustainable development pathways.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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”2018<\/h3>
<\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][cz_service_box type=”vertical” title=”2019 | Water Security in Arid Regions” icon=”fa fa-solid fa-water” id=”cz_cww_year_2019″ sk_icon=”color:#4F7A52;font-size:36px;” sk_overall=”min-height:220px;padding:30px 25px;background:#F7F9FA;border-right:4px solid #4F7A52;border-radius:10px;” sk_title=”color:#173F67;font-size:21px;”>Strengthening dialogue on water security in arid regions and hosting the 4th Islamic Conference of Ministers Responsible for Water.<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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”2020<\/h3>
<\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][cz_service_box type=”vertical” title=”2021 | Water at the Heart of Climate Action” icon=”fa fa-solid fa-cloud-sun” id=”cz_cww_year_2021″ sk_icon=”color:#173F67;font-size:36px;” sk_overall=”min-height:220px;padding:30px 25px;background:#F7F9FA;border-right:4px solid #173F67;border-radius:10px;” sk_title=”color:#173F67;font-size:21px;”>Contributing to preparations for the 2023 UN Water Conference and launching the Arabic edition of the World Water Development Report.<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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”2022<\/h3>
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”2024<\/h3>
<\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][cz_service_box type=”vertical” title=”2025 | Innovative Solutions for Climate Resilience” icon=”fa fa-solid fa-lightbulb” id=”cz_cww_year_2025″ sk_icon=”color:#173F67;font-size:36px;” sk_overall=”min-height:220px;padding:30px 25px;background:#F7F9FA;border-right:4px solid #173F67;border-radius:10px;” sk_title=”color:#173F67;font-size:21px;”>Promoting innovative solutions for climate resilience and expanding cooperation with regional and international partners.<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Innovation & Building the Next Generation of Water Experts<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Since 2018, Cairo Water Week has hosted specialized competitions that support innovation and scientific research while connecting academic knowledge with practical applications and water policies.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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”Best<\/h3>
<\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″][cz_service_box type=”vertical” title=”Three Minute Thesis Competition \u2013 3MT” style=”style11″ image=”36515″ size=”full” id=”cz_5740″ sk_overall=”min-height:250px;padding:30px 20px;background:#F7F9FA;border-radius:10px;” sk_title=”color:#173F67;font-size:20px;” sk_image=”width:150px;padding-bottom:35px;margin-top:30px;margin-bottom:30px;”>Giving researchers and postgraduate students the opportunity to present their water-related research in concise and accessible presentations.<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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”Young<\/h3>
<\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″][cz_service_box type=”vertical” title=”Save Our Water Competition” style=”style11″ image=”36514″ size=”full” id=”cz_7921″ sk_overall=”min-height:250px;padding:30px 20px;background:#F7F9FA;border-radius:10px;” sk_title=”color:#173F67;font-size:20px;” sk_image=”width:150px;height:150px;”>Engaging media students in producing communication messages and awareness content supporting water issues.<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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”9th<\/h3>
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Cairo Water Week 2026 Exhibition<\/span><\/h2>\n

A Platform for Water Technology, Investment & Partnerships<\/span><\/h2>\n
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The exhibition brings together companies, institutions, solution providers, and water technology developers with government entities, utilities, development partners, and delegates participating in Cairo Water Week.<\/p>\n

It provides an opportunity to showcase innovative technologies, services, and solutions in water resources management, irrigation, water treatment, and infrastructure.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>[vc_row_inner rtl_reverse=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″]

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25\u201329 October 2026<\/h3>
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Triumph Luxury Hotel<\/h3>
New Cairo, Egypt<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″]
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Photo Gallery<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Discover Cairo Water Week 2026<\/span><\/h2>\n

For registration, the full programme, thematic tracks, competitions, side events, and the latest conference news, please visit the official Cairo Water Week website.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Visit the Official Conference Website<\/strong><\/i><\/span>Visit the Official Conference Website<\/strong><\/i><\/b><\/a><\/div><\/div>
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