Former President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Dr Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, has participated in the High-Level International Panel on Investment in Africa’s Water Sector and International Cooperation, held on the sidelines of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, United States.

At the meeting, Dr Kikwete, serving as Alternate Co-Chair of the Panel, presented the progress report on the Africa Water Investment Programme (AIP), together with the AIP Water Investment Scorecard.

The report highlighted progress made, achievements recorded, existing challenges and practical pathways for accelerating investment in Africa’s water sector, with the aim of expanding access to safe and sustainable water services for more people across the continent.

The meeting brought together Heads of State and Government, leaders of international organisations, development finance institutions and other strategic partners.

It was chaired by Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of the Republic of Namibia and Co-Chair of the High-Level International Panel on Investment in Africa’s Water Sector.