The SWAN Cape Town Workshop 2026 is set to convene Africa’s leading water utilities, private sector innovators, and global experts for three days of high-impact collaboration focused on the future of smart water and utility resilience.

Taking place from 9–11 March 2026, the workshop will welcome 20 utility speakers from across Africa, alongside influential private sector representatives, for in-depth discussions, technical masterclasses, and interactive roundtables addressing the most pressing challenges and opportunities in the water sector.

Hosted in partnership with the City of Cape Town, the event will also feature an exclusive, limited-capacity study tour, offering participants firsthand insight into Cape Town’s pioneering approach to water and sanitation resilience.

Expert-Led Masterclasses and Interactive Sessions

Attendees can expect a robust programme designed to deliver practical, actionable insights, including masterclasses on:

• Leveraging Private-Sector Water Risk Analytics
• Rethinking Procurement for Smarter Utilities
• The AI-Ready Utility
• Practical Foresight Tools for Long-Term Planning.

In addition, interactive roundtables will explore topics such as:

• Unlocking the SWAN Circular Smart Water Journey
• Unpacking Financial Challenges and Innovative Approaches in the Water Sector
• Cape Town Study Tour: Limited Spaces Available.

The Cape Town Study Tour will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis, with registration strictly limited. The tour will showcase real-world examples of how Cape Town is strengthening water security and building long-term resilience in the face of climate and infrastructure pressures.

View the full agenda here.

Supported by Industry Leaders

The SWAN Cape Town Workshop 2026 is proudly supported by a growing group of confirmed sponsors, reflecting strong industry commitment to advancing smart, sustainable water management across the African continent.

Registration is now open, and spaces are limited. Register here.

Water utilities, industry professionals, and decision-makers are encouraged to secure their place early to avoid disappointment – particularly for the Cape Town Study Tour.

View confirmed speakers and register today to be part of Africa’s smart water conversation.