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Water Sensitive Urban Design Website

The Water Sensitive Urban Design website has information on the South African Water Sensitive Design Community of Practice. You can also find resources on recommended practices, and research in the field.

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Trans-disciplinary research

We conduct trans-disciplinary, collaborative and impact-driven research, and facilitate the update and use of our research across policy, practice and industry.

Postgraduate students

We support a strong cohort of postgraduate students to further our understanding of key water issues and develop connections across disciplines.

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Symposia and seminars

We host short courses, workshops, symposia and seminars to promote collaboration and knowledge sharing among academics, industry, government and civil society.

Innovative outreach

We maintain a strong public presence, using diverse initiatives and strategic communication to inspire and drive water sensitive behavior.

Our vision at the Future Water Institute is of sustainable and resilient water futures.

News

The green precinct and water treatment facility on UCT lower campus

Sod-turning ceremony for the Green Precinct and Water Treatment Facility on lower campus

A living laboratory for water management research, teaching and innovation.

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Water Hub Biofiltration Cells

Constructed wetlands treating contaminated surface water

New publication alert! 📢 'Field-scale application of constructed wetlands for treating surface water contaminated by an informal settlement' - Emily Nicklin, Kevin Winter & Kalpana Maraj.

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Can South Africa's Water Systems Overcome the Threat of Emerging Contaminants?

Congratulations to our Postdoc Researcher Dr. Nhlanhla Hlongwa on his recently published policy brief. The work highlights the urgent need for coordinated interventions to tackle emerging contaminants. Head over for further information🔗

Stormwater pond in Fulham road, Mitchells Plain

Future Water Wraps Up Six-Year Living Lab Project in Mitchells Plain

The Future Water Institute, together with the University of Copenhagen, has wrapped up phase two of the Pathways to Water resilient South African Cities (PaWS) Project. A six-year initiative at the stormwater pond in Mitchells Plain.

The impact of informal settlements on water quality

Kalpana Maraj highlights how polluted runoff from informal settlements contributes to emerging contaminant pollution in South Africa’s freshwater systems.

Dr. Amber Abrams

Dr. Amber Abrams awarded a 2025 CSID Network Fellowship!

This inaugural cohort includes five outstanding individuals, working to build and strengthen local Climate Sensitive Infectious Disease(CSID) communities around the world.