JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, October 10, 2025 — As South Africa grapples with increasing water scarcity, the upcoming Water Security Africa 2025 event in Johannesburg aims to unite industry leaders, policymakers, and sustainability experts to address one of the nation’s most urgent challenges — ensuring long-term water resilience for critical sectors.
Taking place from 4–5 November 2025 at The Maslow Hotel, Sandton, the two-day event, Water Security Africa 2025, will feature a series of facilitated, high-impact sessions designed to equip decision-makers with actionable frameworks to manage water-related risks, strengthen infrastructure planning, and align with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards.
The event is organized by VUKA Group, Africa’s leading convenor of sustainability and industrial innovation platforms.
Water Security Africa 2025: A Platform for Practical Solutions
South Africa’s water scarcity has become a systemic risk threatening industries from agriculture and mining to food & beverage, manufacturing, and hospitality.
Water Security Africa 2025 responds to this reality with an interactive, solution-driven program that helps organizations transition from reactive water management to proactive resilience strategies.
The program is divided into two key focus days:
Day 1 – Risk & Responsibility
The first day will open with a thought-provoking executive panel titled “Do We Really Have a Water Problem at Scale?” featuring top corporate leaders and sustainability officers.
This discussion will provide clarity on infrastructure reform, licensing bottlenecks, and the complex interplay between ESG commitments and operational imperatives.
The day will continue with “Securing Operations Across Sectors – From Field to Factory”, offering practical case studies on irrigation, water reuse, and industrial recovery.
Featured speakers include representatives from Coca-Cola Beverages Africa, highlighting circular reuse innovations, and NEPAD, presenting regional strategies on integrated water resource management.
Day 2 – Capital, Circularity & Compliance
The second day focuses on financing, technology, and compliance mechanisms under the theme “Banking on Water Security.”
Discussions will address structuring investments for large-scale efficiency and reuse projects and ensuring regulatory alignment.
- Highlights include:
- “From Farm to Facility” — Showcasing case studies on supply chain safeguarding and AI-powered monitoring.
- “From Pit to Plant” — Mining and manufacturing experts share insights on water reuse, pollutant reduction, and rehabilitation strategies, with contributions from Harmony Gold and Glencore.
- “Wastewater to Wealth Water” — A collaborative wrap-up session turning insights into actionable circular economy strategies.
Building the Case for Water Security in South Africa
According to the Department of Water and Sanitation, South Africa’s projected water deficit could reach 17% by 2030, underscoring the urgency of initiatives like Water Security Africa 2025.
The forum will guide organizations on how to align compliance frameworks with sustainability outcomes while driving industrial productivity.
“Water is not just an environmental issue; it’s an economic and operational priority,” said Vuyisa Mfobo, Event Manager at VUKA Group.
“Through Water Security Africa 2025, we are providing leaders with the tools, partnerships, and clarity they need to act decisively.”
Delegates will have opportunities to engage in facilitated dialogues, access best practices on water reuse, and explore models for catchment restoration and closed-loop systems.
In the lead-up to the event, VUKA Group is also hosting a free expert-led webinar, titled “From Pit to Plant: Scalable Mine Water Rehabilitation & Reuse.”
This session focuses on mine water treatment, catchment restoration, and industrial water recovery using digital innovation.
Watch on-demand here: https://apo-opa.co/4h8ZsUL
Why Attend Water Security Africa 2025
Executives, sustainability officers, and operations leaders attending Water Security Africa 2025 will gain hands-on insights into:
Financing and structuring water security projects.
Developing sector-specific reuse and recycling programs.
Overcoming policy and licensing challenges.
Embedding ESG and circular economy principles in operations.
“This is more than a conference — it’s a collaborative platform that connects water users, financiers, and regulators to create actionable pathways for sustainable water management,” said Stephen Campbell, Head of Partnerships at VUKA Group.
For delegate registration enquiries, contact:
📧 Vuyisa Mfobo – [email protected]
For sponsorship opportunities, contact:
📧 Stephen Campbell – [email protected]
About Water Security Africa 2025 and VUKA Group
Water Security Africa 2025 is convened by VUKA Group, a leader in connecting industries and organizations across Africa’s energy, mining, green economy, and infrastructure sectors through events, content, and strategic networking.
Through initiatives like Go Green Africa and the WomenIN Empowerment Platform, VUKA drives inclusive, sustainable industrial progress across the continent.
Website: https://WeAreVUKA.com/
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of VUKA Group.
SOURCE: VUKA Group
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