TCTA showcased its work at the 2026 biennial Water Institute of Southern Africa (WISA) Conference and Exhibition, held from 22 to 24 July at the Cape Town International Convention Centre.
Through its exhibition stand, TCTA shared information about its work and engaged with more than 2,000 delegates, including thought leaders, practitioners, researchers and policymakers from across the water sector. The conference was held under the theme, “Rethink Amanzi – Securing Our Future.”
Among the dignitaries in attendance were Minister of Water and Sanitation Pemmy Majodina, Deputy Minister Jack Bloom and the Department’s Director- General, Sean Philips.
The Minister and Deputy Minister visited the TCTA exhibition stand, where they were welcomed by Sharonese Pillay, Azwianewi Nelwamondo and Goitseone Kgwele. Mr Kgwele also participated in a panel discussion on acid mine water challenges during the conference.
In her keynote address at the official opening, Minister Majodina acknowledged the water challenges facing the country and outlined reforms being undertaken by her department to strengthen water security and address supply constraints.
She said the scale of investment required could not be met through public resources alone. Government was therefore promoting blended finance models that combine public, development and private capital while safeguarding water as a public good.
“One of the most significant institutional reforms is the establishment of the National Water Resource Infrastructure Agency. It creates a modern platform for planning, financing, developing, operating and maintaining major water resource assets with
improved efficiency, financial sustainability and long-term resilience,” said the Minister.
The technical programme featured more than 80 sessions across specialist streams, workshops and high-level engagements. Discussions covered microplastics, groundwater resilience, managed aquifer recharge and the Cape Flats Aquifer. Other topics included climate resilience, droughts, floods, alternative water services and water infrastructure renewal.
TCTA’s participation provided an opportunity to engage with sector stakeholders and contribute to broader conversations about water security, infrastructure development and the institutional reforms shaping the future of South Africa’s water sector.
