Cairo Water Week closes with Egypt set to host 10th edition in 2027

Egypt concluded the 9th Cairo Water Week on Thursday and announced the dates and theme of the 10th edition in 2027.

• The 9th Cairo Water Week concluded October 29 after five days of sessions drawing 2,500 participants from 65 countries.
• Egypt assumed the presidency of the Arab Ministerial Water Council and its executive bureau; Sudan was elected vice president.
• Minister Hani Sweilem announced the 10th Cairo Water Week will run October 31 to November 4, 2027, under the theme "Water at a Crossroads."
• A protocol was signed between the Islamic Network for Water Resources Development and Management and a Dutch partner to build 50 mountain lakes for rainwater harvesting in Wadi Feiran, South Sinai.