About Us

At the Association for Water and Sanitation Institutions of South Africa (AWSISA), we believe every drop counts. Our mission is to drive excellence across the water and sanitation landscape by championing policy reform, ensuring legislative compliance, and providing critical infrastructure insights. Through collaboration, applied research, and a commitment to climate-resilient solutions, AWSISA works tirelessly to advance sustainable water management and security for all South Africans.

Our Focus Areas

Driving sector excellence across the water and sanitation landscape.

180+ Member Institutions
30+ Years of Sector Leadership
9 Provincial Water Boards
5000+ Professionals Engaged

Water Governance

Championing policy reform and institutional capacity across all nine provinces.

Compliance & Legislation

Keeping members informed and compliant with DWS regulatory frameworks.

GIS & Infrastructure

Live project mapping showing water infrastructure status across SA provinces.

Knowledge Hub

Automated repository of global water sector reports, updated 24/7.

AWSISA in Action

Visualising the future of water and sanitation. Follow the dialogue and stay connected.

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Trusted Partners & Institutions

From water boards and catchment management agencies to research institutions and service providers, our network spans the full value chain of the South African water sector. Explore the organisations AWSISA works alongside to advance water security for all.