The WISA 2026 Biennial Conference and Exhibition is one of the largest and most influential gatherings in the Southern African water sector, bringing together government leaders, industry experts, researchers, utilities, engineers, municipalities, technology providers, and international delegates to address the region’s most pressing water challenges.
Taking place from 22–24 July 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, the conference will be hosted under the theme, “Rethink Amanzi – Securing Our Future.”
Water is a fundamental driver of socio-economic development, public health, environmental sustainability, and climate resilience. Yet water systems across Southern Africa face mounting pressures, including aging infrastructure, increasing demand, pollution, climate variability, and unequal access to safe water and sanitation services.
The 2026 conference theme calls for a bold rethinking of how water is valued, governed, financed, treated, used, and protected.
The conference provides a critical platform for reflection, collaboration, and action as the sector works to implement policies, projects, partnerships, and innovative technologies that can help secure a water-resilient future.
WISA 2026 is expected to attract more than 2 000 delegates, with representation from national, provincial and local government, the private sector, academia, NGOs, water boards, utilities, and international organisations. A diverse programme of parallel sessions, technical presentations, exhibitions, and networking opportunities will showcase practical solutions, emerging trends, and sector-leading expertise.
As the premier networking and knowledge-sharing event in the water sector, WISA 2026 offers significant opportunities for stakeholder engagement, collaboration, and industry visibility.
