"The DIVISION aims to serve the scientific sector of the groundwater community in Southern Africa, for the advancement of the science and technology of groundwater and to promote the efficient use of groundwater as well as professionalism throughout the groundwater industry."

About the Division

The Ground Water Division was established in 1978 by members of the groundwater community of South Africa and the Directorate of Geohydrology, Department of Water Affairs. Essentially a non-profit association, it is committed to upholding and promoting professionalism in the field of groundwater among its membership. It is a body of scientists, academics and technicians with direct or indirect involvement or interest in the optimal development of the country's groundwater as a limited natural resource, and in the preservation of its quality. Environmental consciousness is strongly supported.

The Ground Water Division mainly focus on Networking; Knowledge transfer and Capacity and Awareness building through a number of initiatives such as:

  • Events (Conferences, Seminars, Courses)
  • Sponsorships / Scholarships
  • Communication events and media relations
  • Publications (Newsletters / Articles )
  • Public Affairs and Community Relations

The Division strives to address issues of actual, collective importance and thus not only to become a true forum but also a national speaker for groundwater.