Global South Conference on WASH Financing &
Sustainability April 1–3, 2026 | Kathmandu, Nepal 

Conference Themes 

01 WASH Financing Bottleneck Assessment & Opportunities 

02 Public Leadership, Decision Making & WASH Financing Reform 

03 Market Linkage, Blended Finance & Private-Sector Solutions for WASH Services 

04 Climate and Disaster Resilient WASH Services Financing ensuring Sustainability, Health, and Equity 

05 Urban WASH System Innovation, Affordability & Sustainability (SDGs 2030 and beyond) 

06 Strengthening Local Governance Through WASH 

Objectives 

• Generate actionable solutions to close financing and spending gaps.
• Strengthen government capacity for efficient resource planning and utilization.
• Promote long-term sustainability and climate-resilient WASH systems.
• Develop roadmaps for large-scale project financing in selected countries.
• Facilitate match-making opportunities between governments, funders, and investors.