Water Governance and Policy Frameworks
Gain practical knowledge of water governance, policy frameworks, legislation, and compliance. CPD-accredited Water Governance & Policy Training for water professionals and decision-makers.
- Online – Microsoft Teams
- 26 February 2026
- 2 CPD Points
- Price : R 5 999.00
LEARNING OUTCOMES
After successfully completing this course, you will be able to:
Understand key water governance principles and institutional arrangements
Interpret water policies, legislation, and regulatory frameworks
Identify roles and responsibilities of water authorities, regulators, and stakeholders
Apply governance tools to support sustainable water resource management
Assess policy compliance, licensing, and enforcement mechanisms
Support integrated and transparent decision-making in the water sector
Introduction to Water Governance
• Principles of good water governance
• Governance vs management
• Global and regional water governance challenges
Water Policy Frameworks
• Purpose and development of water policies
• National water strategies and policy instruments
• Policy alignment with sustainability and development goals
Water Law and Regulation
• Overview of water legislation and regulations
• Water use rights, licensing, and permits
• Regulatory compliance and enforcement
Institutional Roles & Stakeholders
• Government, regulators, utilities, and catchment authorities
• Public–private partnerships
• Community and stakeholder engagement
Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM)
• Principles of IWRM
• Policy integration across sectors
• Climate change and water governance
Governance Challenges & Best Practice
• Case studies and real-world examples
• Risk, accountability, and transparency
• Strengthening governance systems