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WaterAid has one goal: to change the world through clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene 💦 www.wateraid.org/uk

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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Stronger health systems start with clean water. Clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene are essential for quality healthcare. Ahead of the 2026 UN Water Conference, we're calling on decision makers to put water at the heart of healthcare. #2026UNWaterConference #WaterAction #WASH
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
A maternity ward without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene puts mothers and newborns at greater risk of infection. Ahead of the #2026UNWaterConference, we're calling on decision makers to put water at the heart of healthcare. Safe childbirth starts with clean water. #WaterAction #WASH
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
There's a plan to solve the global water crisis. Scroll to discover more about The World Bank Group's ambitious initiative to ensure water security for one billion people by 2030, and how we're helping to shape sustainable and equitable outcomes. #WaterForward #WaterAction #SDG6
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
In a turbulent world, access to clean water is fundamental – to healthier societies, stronger economies and resilient communities. If we prioritise those facing the greatest barriers, we can achieve universal access to clean water, sanitation and hygiene. #UNWaterConference #WaterAction #SDG6
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
The conversation continued with an Independent’s comment piece from WaterAid Pakistan's Dr Shakeel Hayat, highlighting solutions already helping communities adapt to drought and floods, including rainwater harvesting.
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As super El Nino looms, wealthy nations have many lessons to learn
As a country on the frontline of the climate crisis, Pakistan is accustomed to water insecurity, writes Dr Shakeel Hayat. The country has had no choice but to find solutions to the climate crisis
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
WaterAid's warning about a looming "super" El Niño made headlines this week, with coverage in @the-independent.com showing how some of Asia's biggest cities could see major shifts in rainfall patterns and growing water security risks.
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How a record super El Nino could reshape extreme weather for 12 of Asia’s cities
Exclusive: Cities could swing to opposite extremes – according to research from WaterAid – with some pushed towards drought and others facing flooding. Stuti Mishra reports
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Developed with academics from Cardiff and Bristol universities, the research unveils how previous Super El Niño events left key industrial cities with too much water and others with too little. WaterAid is calling for greater investment in climate-resilient water systems.
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Super El Niño to hit major cities across Asia and Africa, disrupting livelihoods, economies and global supply chains, new WaterAid research warns
Regional map showing the impact of El NiNo across many of Asia’s major cities
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Our new Super El Niño research featured across @itvnews.bsky.social Evening News and What You Need to Know YouTube series. WaterAid's Caroline Maxwell discussed the risks of worsening droughts and floods disrupting global supply chains. www.itv.com/news/2026-08...
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
7 parts of the UK are now in drought as the 4th heatwave of the summer hits WaterAid's climate expert Julie Henri: "as our grass turns brown and our rivers run low, the value of water becomes impossible to ignore" - a dangerous reality so many in frontline countries have experienced for decades
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Half of England officially in drought as fresh heatwave sees temperatures soar to 35C | LBC
The fourth heatwave of the year is set to peak on Wednesday
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Its been reported today that 7 parts of the UK are now in drought as the 4th heatwave of the summer hits. "Everyone, everywhere needs water" - WaterAid is calling on the Ed Miliband to elevate water security as a priority.
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
'Water is life, yes - but it is also time, strength, health, safety, freedom. It is what allows care to be caring. It is what allows hope to take shape in the real world' In Malawi, Andi Oliver sees the transformative impact clean water can have on communities, as shared with @the-independent.com
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Water is everything for mothers forced to risk their lives giving birth
In Malawi, broadcaster Andi Oliver sees the transformative impact on clean water can have on communities where having a baby brings any number of challenges
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
1 in 9 mothers in Sub-Saharan Africa are dying from maternal sepsis due to unsafe delivery rooms.  By providing maternity wards with the basics of clean water, and decent toilets, cases and deaths could half. BBC's Focus on Africa podcast interviews WaterAid Zambia's country director on the topic.
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Focus on Africa - Nigerian teachers protest school kidnappings - BBC Sounds
Protesting teachers urge Nigerian government to rescue dozens of abducted learners
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Today the @wmo-global.bsky.social obal.bsky.social said this #ElNiño is likely to strengthen into 2026, driving more extreme weather globally. WaterAid’s Climate Expert Helen Rumford warns: “Extreme weather doesn’t fall equally… worsening global instability” www.bbc.co.uk/news/resourc...
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
#WaterSecurity is shaping the future of economies across Africa. In this Biz Day TV interview, WaterAid’s Patience Mukuyu shares why reliable water systems are essential for public health, resilient communities, and sustainable growth. Watch the full interview: www.youtube.com/watch?v=viIA...
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Insights from Africa | Building resilient water and energy systems | Part 1
YouTube video by BusinessDayTV
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
As covered in the @the-independent.com, WaterAid's protest in Geneva called for clean water in every health centre to save mothers and newborns' lives - call coming in the wake of an #Ebola outbreak www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...
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Mothers and midwives demand world leaders protect women giving birth
Protest in Geneva calls for clean water in every health centre and maternity ward to save mothers and newborns from dying – with the call coming in the wake of an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Repu...
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Midwives call on leaders to protect women and newborns with safe, maternity care at World Health Assembly demonstration - as part of WaterAid's #TimetoDeliver campaign www.wateraid.org/uk/media/wak...
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In wake of Ebola outbreak, midwives, nurses and mothers stage powerful protest to demand safer healthcare
Midwives call on leaders to protect women and newborns with safe, maternity care at World Health Assembly demonstration.
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
We're joining mothers and midwives around the world who are calling for clean water to be delivered to all health facilities - for every woman, every birth. Sign our petition here: www.wateraid.org/global/campa...
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Tell world leaders it's time to deliver
Join women and health workers to call on world leaders to fund clean water for every woman, every birth, every future.
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Read the full report "Born Without Water" here: www.wateraid.org/uk/media/bor... It unveils the state of maternity wards across Sub-Saharan Africa and the levels of maternal sepsis globally.
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Delivering in danger: lack of clean water leaves African mothers almost 150 times more likely to die from sepsis, WaterAid research finds
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
BBC Africa visited Zambia, reporting on our new Born without water report and the importance of clean water and sanitation in ensuring safe births and healthy mothers.  Watch the full TV piece here⤵️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xyys...
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A preventable tragedy: Maternal sepsis in Africa - BBC Africa
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
As new IDC report on the Future of UK Aid is published, highlighting critical gaps in the UK's new aid strategy, our CEO Tim Wainwright writes for @lbc.co.uk about why backing water is one of the smartest, best‑value investments the UK can make.  www.lbc.co.uk/article/uk-a...
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If UK aid is about value for money, start with water | LBC
The government is cutting the very kind of long-term, sustainable development models that the Foreign Office claims to champion, writes WaterAid boss
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Today, WaterAid joined the World Bank's major new initiative bringing water security to 1 billion people by 2030 🌏 Speaking at the launch in DC, Chief Executive of WaterAid UK Tim Wainwright said, "Water underpins heath, education, and economies." 💧 Read more here👇 www.wateraid.org/uk/world-ban...
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WaterAid joins historic World Bank Group commitment to deliver water security for over 1 billion people
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Too many mothers must give birth in clinics without clean water. @the-independent.com highlights stories from our Born Without Water report, published today. “A mother giving birth could bleed to death while I’m out looking for water.” It’s time to deliver. #TimeToDeliver
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‘A mother giving birth could bleed to death while I’m out looking for water’
Two midwives in Africa describe the transformative power of clean water to stop mothers dying during childbirth – something they fear happens all too often. Rachel Hagan reports
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
In the @the-independent.com, WaterAid’s Helen Hamilton reflects on safe care during her own childbirth: “I’m forever grateful my baby and I got the hospital care we needed – mothers across Africa need our help.” No woman’s life should depend on water access. #TimeToDeliver
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I’m lucky my baby and I got the care we needed – mothers across Africa need our help
Women everywhere want to be assured of a safe and dignified birth, where they are listened to and their needs – that they and their baby are protected from preventable harm and illness – acted upon, w...
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
@the-independent.com covers our research, women in Africa are nearly 150× more likely to die from maternal sepsis than in Europe, often due to lack of clean water. Sir Stephen Fry backs the campaign: “its aims are achievable — and when achieved will have the most dazzlingly marvellous impact.”
independent.co.uk
Women almost 150 times more likely to die from maternal sepsis in Africa than Europe
New WaterAid report says investing in and delivering water, sanitation and hygiene across healthcare facilities could prevent 10 million cases of maternal sepsis and 8,580 deaths worldwide every year
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Following our announcement, today’s @telegraph.co.uk piece lays bare the reality: 1 in 9 mothers in sub‑Saharan Africa faces life‑threatening sepsis. As midwife Patience Emmanuel says, “You know exactly what you need to do, but the environment does not allow you.” #TimeToDeliver
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
New WaterAid research shows mothers in Sub‑Saharan Africa are almost 150× more likely to die from maternal sepsis due to clinics without clean water, toilets or hygiene. No woman should face this risk. Add your voice — sign the petition. 💧 🔗 www.wateraid.org/uk/media/bor...
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Delivering in danger: lack of clean water leaves African mothers almost 150 times more likely to die from sepsis, WaterAid research finds
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Stars including Myleene Klass, Adjoa Andoh, Sir Stephen Fry & more are backing WaterAid’s #TimeToDeliver campaign for safe births. Myleene: “No woman should give birth without clean water… I can’t imagine the fear and risk.” 🔗 www.wateraid.org/uk/media/tim...
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'No woman should give birth without clean water – I can’t imagine the fear and risk' - Myleene Klass among stars backing WaterAid’s global campaign for safe births
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
1 in 9 births in Sub-Saharan Africa leads to maternal sepsis. A major cause? A lack of clean water and basic hygiene. Our new research uncovers the shocking reality facing mothers and newborns in Africa & Asia. Read it here: washmatters.wateraid.org/publications... #TimeToDeliver #WorldWaterDay
A graphic showing the illustrated silhouettes of nine women holding babies, on a blue background. One of the silhouettes is highlighted by a cream circle. Text above the graphic reads: 1 in 9 births leads to maternal sepsis
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Every two seconds, a woman gives birth in a health centre without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. World leaders can fix this at the UN Water Conference. Join women in calling on leaders to fund clean water in every health centre: www.wateraid.org/global/campa... #TimeToDeliver
A graphic of a black stopwatch with two seconds on the timer, against a cream background. Underneath, text reads: "Every two seconds, a woman gives birth without clean water, toilets or hygiene."
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Sensitive topic: pregnancy & birth No woman should give birth without clean water. Yet this is the reality for millions worldwide. Today we launch our #TimeToDeliver campaign calling for clean, safe births for every woman. Sign the petition & stand with women calling for change: brnw.ch/21x0LEV
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Victoria Seabrook @seabrookclimate.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
WaterAid emergency appeal: www.wateraid.org/uk/donate/so...
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Emergency appeal
Provide essential clean water and hygiene supplies to people whose homes have been destroyed by the devastating flooding in southern Africa.
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Our Mozambique Country Director spoke with Nick Ferris at @the-independent.com on how the floods have destroyed homes, water systems and lives — and why international support is urgently needed. Full article: www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a...
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Aid groups struggle to attract donors as floods devastate Mozambique
The country director for WaterAid Mozambique says it is proving much harder for aid agencies to generate funds to help than in previous crises
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
“Every hour counts. Clean water is the difference between safety and deadly disease,” says WaterAid Southern Africa Emergency Lead. WaterAid has launched an urgent appeal to restore water supplies and fix toilets for affected communities. Donate to support the response: www.wateraid.org/uk/donate
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Climate‑worsened floods have cut off whole districts. Families are stranded without safe water, sanitation or food, and at risk of a major cholera outbreak. “Strengthening water and sanitation systems is our first line of defence in a climate emergency” - Gaspar Sitefane on @france24.com .
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Eye on Africa - Climate change fuelled Southern Africa's catastrophic floods
In tonight's edition: Extreme flooding in Southern Africa has submerged towns and killed at least 200 people as scientists say climate change will make supercharged rainfall more likely in the years…
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
“All the rains... eventually flow through Mozambique to the sea, sweeping away everything in its path: people, our animals, our farms—almost everything.” Gaspar Sitefane, the country director for Water Aid in Mozambique, speaks to @news.sky.com about the devastating southern africa floods.
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Mozambique: Aid workers scramble to reach starving communities after devastating floods but it's a mammoth task
Sky News' Africa correspondent reports from the country's Gaza province, where hundreds of thousands of people have been affected by the disaster.
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
The report "captures a hard truth: the world's water crisis has crossed a point of no return", said Tim Wainwright At #Davos WaterAid is calling for urgent action to protect communities already living with permanent water insecurity. Every person deserves safe, reliable water. 💧🌍
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
”Water insecurity is a defining challenge of this century,” says Tim Wainwright, WaterAid UK Yesterday the @ununiversity.bsky.social and @unuinweh.bsky.social published a report warning that the world faces 'Global Water Bankruptcy', with global water sources beginning to run dry #WaterBankruptcy
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The defining challenge of this century, says WaterAid on new UN Global Water Bankruptcy’ report | WaterAid UK
In a new report released today at Davos, the UN has declared an era of global water bankruptcy; with deforestation, pollution, chronic groundwater depleting.
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
The world faces 'global water bankruptcy' as water scarcity becomes irreversible, warns a new United Nations report. This week at Davos, government and business leaders must prioritise the water crisis – to reshape global health, food security, and economies this century.
Two people walk along a dry piece of land towards a water body in Sindh, Pakistan.
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
WaterAid spoke to the Independent about the urgent need for investment, as mothers and midwives are forced to work in unhygienic and “dehumanising” conditions. Every woman has the right to a safe pregnancy and childbirth.
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
A powerful piece by @rachelschraer.bsky.social for the @the-independent.com, spotlighting the tireless work of health workers across Malawi - and the harsh realities of the maternal health crisis. Read more here: www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a...
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Why a solution to deadly bleeding in childbirth isn’t reaching mothers
A breakthrough to stop life-threatening bleeding in childbirth was only just starting to reach the mothers most at risk when Donald Trump’s aid cuts hit. Rachel Schraer speaks to health workers about ...
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
Nearly half of Madagascar’s population lack clean water near home. In the deep south, climate change worsens the crisis—many walk 4+ hours daily for water. WaterAid works with communities for lasting clean water & sanitation. Donate: wateraid.org
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
Powerful piece in @the-independent.com on Madagascar’s water & climate crisis, featuring WaterAid: “I fetch water from the Taranty River when I have no money. It is so far away.… We really struggle.” – Tsalova, 70 Read more: bit.ly/3ZMadagascar
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Water Magazine @watermagazine.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
This festive season, WaterAid is offering the driest Christmas dinner ever – a dehydrated meal designed to highlight the importance of clean water by showing what life is like without it... www.watermagazine.co.uk/2025/12/09/w... #WaterAid @wateraid.bsky.social
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Water footprint of a UK Christmas spread could fill 125 bathtubs as charity shows 'Everything starts with water' - Water Magazine
This festive season, WaterAid is offering the driest Christmas dinner ever - a dehydrated meal designed to highlight the importance of clean water.
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
WaterAid has launched the driest Christmas dinner ever - a dehydrated festive feast with shrivelled-up favourites like turkey and stuffing, but missing one vital ingredient - water. It’s a powerful reminder that nearly 1 in 10 people lack clean water close to home. Everything starts with water.
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 22/11/2025
"Some progress made - but a frustrating and dangerous standstill on climate action and finance." After two weeks, lengthy negotiations at #COP30 have finally come to a close. Read our snapshot analysis: 🔗 wateraid.org/uk/media/sta...
On a blue background, white text quote from Sol Oyuela, WaterAid's Executive Director for Global Policy and Campaigns, responds to the COP30 outcome: 

“Far more needs to be done, and it is deeply frustrating, and frankly dangerous, that the wider package agreed fails those most impacted by climate change. Progress cannot stall here: we need clear increases in finance, tangible adaptation actions and a step-change in ambition on mitigation.

“The climate crisis won’t pause for geopolitics. The floods, droughts and cyclones intensified by a warming world demand to be confronted now, not passed on to future generations.

“Now we have the framework, we need the finance to implement it. We urge the international community to harness the momentum of the past two weeks, regroup, and triple adaptation finance so we can close the financing gap.

“Millions of lives, livelihoods - and the legacy we leave behind - hang in the balance.”
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
Live from #COP30: Sol Oyuela, our executive director for Global Policy & Campaigns, tells @theguardian.com that climate change is an international health emergency, directly threatening global health security – and no country is immune.
A screenshot from the Guardian's live blog from COP30, on a background of water droplets. The text reads:

More on the links between the climate crisis and global health from Sol Oyuela, executive director for Global Policy & Campaigns at WaterAid UK, after Al Gore’s’ remarks on Bill Gates’ shifting position earlier.

Oyuela, who is in Belem, reiterated that it was impossible to separate tackling public health and addressing the climate emergency.

“Climate change is an international health emergency, directly threatening global health security – and no country is immune.

“When extreme weather strikes, water sources run dry or become contaminated and toilets overflow, fuelling deadly outbreaks like cholera and malaria, as well as dehydration and heat stress. And it’s the people least to blame who are paying the highest price - now 15 times more likely to die from floods, droughts, and storms.

“Cost-effective solutions exist, from flood defences to drought-resilient water systems. Now, COP30 must be the COP where we embed life-saving water, sanitation and hygiene solutions into climate and health plans and reach historic agreement on the new adaptation goal.

“These are life-and-death decisions that will shape the health of millions for years to come - the stakes could not be higher.”
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
We’re at #COP30, bringing frontline voices and expert insight on: - Water security - Climate adaptation - Climate finance Our team is available for expert reaction, commentary and interview requests. 📞 Contact us on lucycowie@wateraid.org or +44 (0)20 7793 4537 to connect with our delegates.
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
In Oromia, climate whiplash is real. Floods damage water systems and droughts dry up wells, threatening lives and livelihoods. @news.sky.com spoke with local children who can now go to school and stay healthy thanks to 32km of new climate-resilient pipes that supply clean water for 46,000 people.
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
We’ve partnered with @news.sky.com & @firstnews.bsky.social on a brand-new film on the water and climate crisis 🌍💧 Featuring our Ethiopia project, part-funded by the UK government, it shows how investing in water supports communities for generations. Watch 👉 live.firstnews.co.uk/sky-kids-fyi...
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Sky Kids Investigates: Are We Running Out Of Water? - First News Live!
I’m Moksha. I’m ten years old, and I’m a UN Water Week ambassador. I want to talk to you about a water crisis that is happening right now.
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WaterAid UK @wateraid.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Sir Stephen Fry and Adjoa Andoh MBE put water centre stage in Water Can’t Wait, our brand-new film launched ahead of #COP30. Joined by Mya-Rose Craig and Dr Vee, they remind us that the climate crisis is a water crisis.
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