This 90-minute thematic session showcases how peer-led, South-South Water Operator Partnerships (WOPs), supported by North-South facilitation, are accelerating access to water and sanitation services for low-income communities across Africa. The session will highlight the integration Human Rights-Based Approaches (HRBA) and digital strategies to drive inclusive utility management and achieve measurable performance gains. Through compelling case narratives, participants will explore how utilities facing similar developmental challenges co-create solutions, strengthen governance, and ensure no one is left behind in the pursuit of SDG 6. The 90-minute session will be structured as follows:
• Introduction by GWOPA Moderator (5-10 minutes): Setting the stage for peer-led South-South WOP innovations, integrating HRBA and digital strategies.
• Case Spotlights (35 minutes): Five selected case studies (7 minutes each) presented by utility representatives, offering concrete examples of challenges, solutions, and impacts.
• Moderated Panel Discussion & Live Q&A (50 minutes): A dynamic discussion among panellists and an interactive Q&A with the audience, surfacing success factors, challenges, and ideas for adaptation. The panel will include representatives from each showcased case.
• Key Takeaways & Call to Action (5 minutes): A summary of actionable lessons and an invitation for participants to contribute to WOP resources and explore new partnerships.