Kagera River Basin Development and Conservation Planning, East Africa
Integrated water resources planning for sustainable development across four East African nations.
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This study formed part of the Kagera River Basin Management Project, which aimed to produce a basin-wide development plan based on integrated water resources management (IWRM). The focus was on development and conservation planning across the basin areas of Tanzania, Burundi, Rwanda and Uganda, with particular attention to the potential impacts on Lake Victoria.
The opportunity
The Kagera River Basin is a vital transboundary water system with significant potential for regional development. However, it faces challenges related to water resource management, environmental sustainability and climate resilience. The project sought to identify opportunities and constraints, and to develop strategic options for meeting water demands while protecting the basin’s ecological integrity.
What we did
Zutari contributed to the project through a range of technical and strategic activities:
Conducted a diagnostic assessment using existing studies to identify key water resource issues
Developed basin-wide strategic options and priorities for water demand management
Recommended specific water resource development and conservation options
Produced strategic goals, development scenarios and a portfolio of bankable projects
Created a 20-year development plan and a five-year implementation strategy and action plan
Undertook surface water hydrological assessments and modelling
Assessed water quality, hydropower potential, energy needs and climate change risks
Analysed current and future water use and demand
Reviewed sectoral technical contributions and proposed an institutional model for implementation
Strategic planning for water, energy and environmental sustainability across the Kagera River Basin.
The outcome
Integrated planning across borders is key to unlocking the full potential of shared water resources.
Zutari’s contribution to the Kagera River Basin Management Project demonstrates the power of collaborative, science-based planning in addressing complex regional challenges. The resulting strategy supports long-term development, environmental protection and regional cooperation in East Africa.
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