Water Conservation Contest Draws 480 Participants, Irrigation Minister Says

Egypt’s Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, Hani Sewilam, said 480 contestants took part in a competition recognising outstanding practices in water conservation.

The competition was held as part of the ninth Cairo Water Week in 2026, bringing water-saving initiatives into focus.

Sewilam said the contest aims to share successful experiences in conserving water, highlighting practices that could offer useful lessons for others.

His remarks emphasised the competition’s role in spreading effective approaches to water conservation, alongside recognising the efforts of its participants.