Multistakeholder partnerships for water adaptation
The African Cities Water Adaptation (ACWA) Platform works to advance urban water resilience in Africa
Years active:
2025 - Present
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Project aims
The African Cities Water Adaptation Platform (ACWA Platform) is a coalition of cities and partners including research institutes, civil society actors, development agencies, national governments, businesses, private sector investment groups, national banks, professional consultancies and associations joining forces to advance urban water resilience in Africa.
The African Cities Water Adaptation Platform (ACWA Platform) is a coalition of cities and partners including research institutes, civil society actors, development agencies, national governments, businesses, private sector investment groups, national banks, professional consultancies and associations joining forces to advance urban water resilience in Africa.
The project team
Multistakeholder partnerships for water adaptation team
Kiera Crowe-Petterson
Senior Professional Officer: Urban Systems
Kiera works at the intersection of urban systems and the circular economy. With experience spanning the public, private, third sector and grassroots organisations, Kiera explores alternative economies as tools for systems change, aiming to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Her areas of interest include water, jobs and just transition.
Anton Earle
Global Coordinator: Water Systems
Anton holds a Masters’ degree in Environment and Development from the University of London (SOAS). He has led teams in water management and development internationally, facilitating interaction between governments, civil society, the private sector and other stakeholders aimed at risk-reduction for investment in climate-resilient development. Anton’s significant experience extends to Africa, the Middle-East and East Asia. In his position at ICLEI, he is leading the development of a vision for ICLEI’s water programme globally, supporting local and subnational governments to secure sustainable and equitable access to water, while ensuring that healthy ecosystems continue providing their vital water quality, water storage, and flood attenuation services.
Luka Dreyer
Professional Officer: Urban Systems
Luka holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental and Geographical Science and Master of City and Regional Planning Degree from the University of Cape Town, with a research focus on the relationship between the Kuils River Corridor and surrounding urban fabric. He seeks to apply his multidisciplinary background, experience in public policy, analytical approach and passion for communication to systemically and sustainably integrate socio-ecological systems for greater equity and resilience.