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Water Institute of Southern Africa

The Water Institute of Southern Africa (WISA) was formed in 1987 when the Southern African branch of the Institute of Water Pollution Control (formerly the institute of Sewage Purification), which had served the water industry in Southern Africa for a period of 50 years, was disbanded.

The Institute keeps its members abreast of the latest developments in water technology and research through its national and international liaison, links and affiliations.

Currently the Institute has almost 1100 members and is growing steadily on an annual basis. The Institute embodies a multidisciplinary approach, and as such, members are drawn from all spheres of employment and varying disciplinary backgrounds.

Objectives
To provide a forum for, and communication channel between, interested and associated groups and individuals from public authorities, industry, suppliers, consultants, development organisations and research organisations.

To initiate an organise, or participate in open meetings, technical visits, workshops and conferences for the transfer and advancement of technology and information dissemination.

To encourage advise on or initiate, and if appropriate participate, in training and educational courses.

To develop, make available or be able to refer to relevant publications, manuals, guidelines, handbooks and software; and, if appropriate, to publish a newsletter.

To identify research needs and encourage the undertaking of research into current problems. To liaise with Government and Provincial, Regional and Local Authorities and Water Boards on all matters relating to the water environment and industry.

Links:
WISA Website
 

Contact:

WISA
P.O. Box 6011, 
HALFWAY HOUSE, Zambia 1685.
Tel: +27 (011) 805-3537
Fax: +27 (011) 315-1258
e-mail:  wisa@wisa.co.za