Course Objective
The overall objective of the training course is to improve awareness and skills among water professionals working
in the region on the value and application of financial and economic instruments in the provision of water.

Expected outcome
The expected outcome is that water managers are able to manage water effectively, recover costs, where
appropriate, and administer charges and subsidies effectively with a view to finance water investments and
promote economic growth and social development, through increased access to and efficient use of water.

Target group
The course is aimed at Water Supply Authorities, Water Utilities, WASH Planners, Water Managers & Civil society.
Participants with capacity building responsibilities are encouraged to apply in order to ensure replication and
scaling-up of programmes and impacts.

Methods
The workshop will focus on participants sharing their own experiences, and be guided by the introduction of
new conceptual approaches and tools. There will be a combination of short lectures, practical exercises, group
work and discussion.

Venue and Organisation
The course is being organised by the National University of Lesotho and the Institute of Water and Sanitation Development. The course will be held in Maseru, Lesotho from 22-26 March 2010.

Limited Scholarships Available

Applications should be sent to the WaterNet Secretariat at waternet@waternetonline.org or rchioreso@waternetonline.org. The title of the email should read "Application: Economic instruments”

Deadline for applications: 1 March 2010.
Course fees for self funding participants: 425 USD.