Nile Basin Discourse

NBD unites Nile Basin grassroots to champion water, climate action & cooperation; amplifying voices, driving advocacy, and sharing benefits for all.

[Nile Basin Discourse @nilebasin]

Transboundary action is key to climate resilience in #KageraBasin
@nilebasin convened 50+ stakeholders from Burundi, Rwanda & Tanzania in Ngara (29–30 April) to advance in IWRM & climate solutions
Community-driven, nature-based approaches are critical.
#ClimateAction #OneNile

[Nile Basin Discourse @nilebasin]

On 24 April 2026, NBD met with @nbiweb to deepen collaboration on Nile water resources management.

The meeting concluded with MoU signing , renewing their commitment to joint actions for sustainability.

@ciwaprogram @AseffaS @Nbdf_Rwanda @Uganda_NileDF @ethnilebasin

[Nile Basin Discourse @nilebasin]

@nilebasin Board Chair Ms. Aynalem at the Sululta Water & Hydro-diplomacy Conference - 2026. Reaffirms commitment to inclusive transboundary H20 governance; focusing on role of CSO in integrating gender perspectives & women’s voices in data-informed, people-centered H20 diplomacy

[Nile Basin Discourse @nilebasin]

At NBD, women lead change from Board leadership to women-led National Discourse Forums, the Nile Women Network, and empowering young female professionals through our internship program.
Give women opportunities, so we all gain.
#InternationalWomensDay #GiveToGain
@ciwaprogram

[Nile Basin Discourse @nilebasin]

The NBD with funding from @ciwaprogram @WorldBankGroup engaged communities in Mara basin TZ 🇹🇿 under the NCSCR Project to discuss citizen led data generation and management system development.
Communities will lead citizen Science to inform solutions.
@akvo
#NCSCR #MaraBasin

[Nile Basin Initiative @nbiweb]

Today, Executive Director Dr. Eng. Nestor Niyonzima warmly received the new Chairperson of NBI's "twin" institution @nilebasin Ms Aynalem Ashebir, who paid a courtesy call on him.

"We cannot do #NileCooperation without civil society," Dr Nestor remarked.

[Nile Basin Discourse @nilebasin]

Inclusive transboundary water governance: @NileBasin Chair Ms. Aynalem, joins the Male Champions for Women Empowerment Initiative at CIWA to spotlight gender-transformative practice in Ethiopia’s H20 sector. This 5th March, 4pm EAT. Be part of the shift: https://t.co/CeNMi8XgOd

[Nile Basin Discourse @nilebasin]

A new chapter for @nilebasin as Ms. Aynalem Ashebir - Ethiopia becomes NBD Board Chairperson, succeeding Ms. Verdiane Nyiramana - Rwanda. An experienced civil society leader, Aynalem brings strong regional expertise. Her election advances women leadership in water governance.

[Nile Basin Discourse @nilebasin]

The NBD GA is coming to Kigali - 16th Feb. 2026!
This biennial gathering brings together 30 delegates from 10 member countries to form the GA, NBD's highest decision-making body. The GA review progress, set strategic direction and elect new Board for next 2yrs. #OneNileOneFamily

[Nile Basin Discourse @nilebasin]

Proud to advance community-led data for climate resilience. Through NCSCR, @Nilebasin + #CIWA support, helps turn local evidence into policy action, delivering real gains for graroots, and sustainable land use. 🌱 #ClimateAction #NileBasin

[Cooperation in International Waters in Africa @ciwaprogram]

Throuh 'Nile Civil Society for Climate Resilience' (NCSCR), #CIWA & the @NileBasin Discourse support community-led data informing policy action across Rwanda’s Makera watershed:

🧑🏾‍🌾 1,600+ farmers supported
📈 Incomes doubled for 1,000+ members
♻️ 200ha of sustainable agriculture

[Nile Basin Discourse @nilebasin]

@ciwaprogram @nfidelis12 @nbiweb @rusumonelsap

[Nile Basin Discourse @nilebasin]

Call for EOIs - Regional Manager (RM)
NBD is inviting EOIs from qualified professionals for position of RM; to provide strategic leadership, regional coordination, and support for programmes.
🗓 Deadline: 6 Feb 2026 | 17:00 hrs (EAT)
🔗 Full details: https://t.co/Ncc79hv3Jp

[Nile Basin Discourse @nilebasin]

#CitizenLed data generation: NBD wraps stakeholder consultations in Sio-Siteko & Mara Basins! Communities & CSOs shared insights on wetland challenges, local solutions & climate impacts. Next: reconnaissance & prioritising challenges for citizen-led monitoring tools. #Wetlands

[Nile Basin Discourse @nilebasin]

🌍 Unlocking the Power of Nile Basin Information Services! This 20th Nov, 3 PM EAT - Webinar showcasing cutting-edge systems. From flood & drought early warning tools to climate, hydrology, groundwater, and decision-support platforms.
Register: https://t.co/rbA21H1rxd

[Nile Basin Discourse @nilebasin]

We kick-started consultations in Uganda-Kenya transboundary Sio-Siteko wetland communities to shape a citizen-led data system for better wetland mngt. Insights will guide inclusive, sustainable, and locally owned action across the transboundary basin. #CIWASupport #citizenScience

[Nile Basin Discourse @nilebasin]

💧NBD witness 🇺🇬 Govt hand over sites for the MAR Groundwater Prjct in Ntungamo & Bulambuli.

Implemented by @nbiweb , @UNDP & @theGEF
✅ 5 pilot sites in 🇧🇮🇰🇪🇷🇼🇺🇬 → safe water to 300+ p'ple each
🌍 NBD to lead community sensitization for the project
#NileBasin #WaterSecurity 💦

[Nile Basin Discourse @nilebasin]

🌍✨ Today @NileBasin handed over tools (wheelbarrow, rakes, spades, hoes & gloves) to @Lvrlac_EAfrica to support #LakeVictoriaCleanupDay. Together, we fight plastic pollution & protect the lake that sustains 40M+ people. 💧🌱
#CleanLakeVictoria #EndPlasticPollution

[Nile Basin Discourse @nilebasin]

📢 We’re hiring!

NBD seeks a PROGRAMME OFFICER to lead & coordinate our citizen-led data initiative.
🗓 Apply by 22 Aug 2025
📄 Details (EOI & ToRs) ➡ https://t.co/43gHMtohQp

#JobOpportunity #Hiring #NileBasin #CitizenData

[Nile Basin Discourse @nilebasin]

📢 Call for Expression of Interest: "CONSULTING SERVICES – Citizen-Led Data Generation & Management"
NBD seeks consultants to provide technical support for citizen-led data ativities.
🔗 Details & EOI: https://t.co/M4tDa3py3m
Please share widely! #Consultancy #CitizenData