Bridges Over Troubled Waters: Harnessing the Power of Water Diplomacy in Africa

Water, the essence of life, has become one of the most contested resources in Africa. As rivers carve paths through borders and aquifers span beneath nations, their management increasingly defines political, economic, and social stability. Yet, the uneven distribution of water, coupled with climate change, growing populations, rapid urbanisation, and weak governance, exacerbates tensions across the continent. The Potsdam Africa Dialogues address these pressing issues, exploring water both as a catalyst for disputes and a potential pathway to peace and cooperation.

The Potsdam Africa Dialogues are funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ)and supported by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH.