The Water Game Changers Award 2025-2026
On 22 January, the Embassy of Switzerland in collaboration with the embassies of Mexico, Denmark and the OHCHR proudly hosted the Water Games Changes Award Ceremony, celebrating inspiring candidates who presented their impactful work aimed at building stronger, more sustainable communities across South Africa.
In collaboration with our valued partners, the event showcased innovative ideas, powerful stories, and community-driven solutions that are making a real difference on the ground. 🤝💧
Thank you to all our partners and candidates for your passion, dedication, and commitment to positive change. Together, we are shaping better communities—one initiative at a time. 🌍✨
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Switzerland
Counselor Jacquelene Friedenthal
Denmark
Sector Advisor Gustav Zilstorff Brade
Mexico - IMTA (Mexican Institute of Water Technologies)
M.I. Óscar Llaguno Guilberto
PhD. Juan Gabriel García Maldonado
M.G.I.A. Juan Manuel Figueroa Mendiola
PhD. Delmer Gómez Heleria
PhD. Alejandra Peña García
M.A. Viridiana Guerrero Arroyo
University of Pretoria
PhD Christina Breed
PhD Abimbola Olowa
Coordination
Min. Elía Sosa Nishizaki