Congress Committees
Meet the dedicated team of professionals organizing and guiding the 7th IAHR Africa Congress
Congress Chairs
Prof. Ignace GATARE
Congress Chair
Principal, College of Science and Technology, University of Rwanda
Prof. Omar MUNYANEZA
Congress Co-Chair
CEO, Water and Sanitation Corporation Group Ltd
Prof. Philippe Gourbesville
IAHR President
International Association for Hydro-Environment Engineering and Research
Prof. Moez Louati
Africa Division Chair
IAHR
Local Organizing Committee
François X. Tetero
Chair
GWPRW
Dr. Hussein Bizimana
Co-Chair
UR-CST
Mugwaneza I. Benigne
Co-Chair
RYWP
Dr. Abaho Gershome
Co-Chair
UR-CST
Davis Bugingo
Member
RWB
Francine Mbateye
Member
WASAC
Tuyikunde G. Divine
Budget
RYWP
Alice Mutoni
Member
RYWP
Patrick Tuyishime
Communication
RYWP
Rita Nishimwe
Communication
RYWP
Rutayisire A. Jenny
Logistics
RYWP
Umwali K. Alvine
Logistics
RYWP
Scientific Committee
We are honored to present the members of the Scientific Committee for the 7th IAHR African Congress, comprised of esteemed scientists from the international community, Africa, and local scholars.
This diverse group guarantees the event's high scientific value. Please note that the committee is currently being formed, and the full list of members will be updated as confirmations are received.
The full list of Scientific Committee members will be announced in early 2026.
International Advisory Board
The International Advisory Board for the 7th IAHR Africa Congress consists of distinguished experts from around the world who provide strategic guidance and support for the event.
The Board includes representatives from IAHR leadership, past Congress organizers, and prominent figures in hydro-environmental engineering and research. Their involvement ensures continuity and alignment with IAHR's mission and values.
The full list of International Advisory Board members will be announced in 2026.