City leaders, innovators, researchers and development partners unite to accelerate sustainable sanitation solutions for South Africa’s growing urban communities.
Johannesburg, South Africa – The City of Johannesburg, together with the Department of Water and Sanitation, Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA), South Africa Local Government Association (SALGA), Water Partnerships Office (WPO), Water Research Commission (WRC) and Planact, will convene a Symposium on Advancing Water-Efficient Sanitation Solutions on 30-31 July 2026.
The symposium comes at a crucial time as municipalities seek resilient and water-efficient solutions capable of meeting the needs of expanding urban populations while advancing sustainability goals. Through expert presentations, panel discussions and a dedicated exhibition of innovative water-efficient sanitation systems, participants will have the opportunity to experience first-hand the innovations reshaping the sanitation landscape in South Africa.
Key highlights of the Symposium engagement include:
- Policy and innovation dialogue for upscaling
- Showcasing of proven technologies
- Partnership and investment mobilisation
- High- level stakeholder networking
Members of the media are invited to make their reservations through Penwell Dlamini (PenwellD@joburg.org.za; 069 799 0764), Nthatisi Modingoane (Nthatisem@joburg.org.za) and Sibonelo Mtshali (SiboneloM@joburg.org.za; 069 163 1778)
Media enquiries:
1. Sduduzo Dludla- SduduzoD@joburg.org.za
2. Nthatisi Modingoane- nthatisem@joburg.org.za
3. Subject Experts:
Water Partnerships Office: Ramona Reddy-Maduray ramonar@dws-wpo.org.za
Department of Water and Sanitation: Andre Van Der Walt vanderwalta@dws.gov.za
Water Research Commission: Dr Valerie Naidoo valerien@wrc.org.za
Johannesburg Water: Dr Zakhele Khuzwayo zakhele.khuzwayo@jwater.co.za
Event: Symposium on Advancing Water-Efficient Sanitation Solutions
Dates: 30-31 July 2026
Venue: DBSA Vulindlela, 1258 Lever Road, Midrand.
Time: 8:00
Note for the Editor: Media will have the opportunity for One-on-One interview with the leadership between 08:00 and 09:00 before the start of the symposium on the first day. RSVP’s close end of business on Wednesday 29 July 2026.
Issued by the City of Johannesburg
