ICAR 2026 – 5th International Conference on African Rivers
ICAR 2026
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News SYSTA funding opportunities are now open for applications Conference ICAR 2026: A complete international scientific conference experience Programme Keynote sessions, communications, training and networking opportunities Publication SCOPUS-indexed journal publications Certificate Official training certificates guaranteed Deadline March 30, 2026 — Abstract Submission & Training Requests Deadline Notification April 15, 2026 — Acceptance Notification (Oral / Poster) Deadline April 30, 2026 — Early-Bird Registration Deadline Deadline June 20, 2026 — Standard Registration Deadline News SYSTA funding opportunities are now open for applications Conference ICAR 2026: A complete international scientific conference experience Programme Keynote sessions, communications, training and networking opportunities Publication SCOPUS-indexed journal publications Certificate Official training certificates guaranteed Deadline March 30, 2026 — Abstract Submission & Training Requests Deadline Notification April 15, 2026 — Acceptance Notification (Oral / Poster) Deadline April 30, 2026 — Early-Bird Registration Deadline Deadline June 20, 2026 — Standard Registration Deadline
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Mohammed V University
FSR UM5
IRD
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FRIEND Water
IAHS
IRN RHYMA-CEs
CRASTELF
AMED
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IWMI
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Miftah Essad
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Mohammed V University
FSR UM5
IRD
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FRIEND Water
IAHS
IRN RHYMA-CEs
CRASTELF
AMED
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IWMI
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Miftah Essad
Post-Conference Training

Training Sessions

Two days of specialized hands-on training led by international experts — 10 & 11 July 2026, Rabat.

S1 · Day 1 Integrated Remote Sensing & Multivariate Statistical Techniques
Pr. Mounia Tahiri

Pr. Mounia Tahiri

Professor, Faculty of Sciences
University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco

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S2 · Day 1 Machine Learning for Hydrological Impacts Mapping
Pr. Tarik Bouramtane

Pr. Tarik Bouramtane

Professor, Faculty of Sciences
University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco

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S3 · Day 1 Polarimetric SAR & Interferometric Techniques for Watershed Monitoring
Pr. Essam Heggy

Pr. Essam Heggy

Research Scientist, USC & NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

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S4 · Day 1 Hydrological Forecasting & GloFAS System
Pr. Christel Prudhomme

Pr. Christel Prudhomme

Expert in Global Hydrology
ECMWF, Reading UK

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S4 · Day 1 Hydrological Forecasting & GloFAS System
Mr. Mohamed Azhar

Mr. Mohamed Azhar

Hydrological Data Analyst
Associate Hydrologist, ECMWF UK

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S5 · Day 2 Isotopic Tracers in Hydrology
Pr. Bertil Nlend

Pr. Bertil Nlend

Senior Lecturer, University of Douala
Vice-Chair IAHS Africa Regional, Cameroon

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S6 · Day 2 Satellite Radar Altimetry for Ungauged Rivers
Pr. Sakaros Bogning

Pr. Sakaros Bogning

University of Douala, Cameroon

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S7 · Day 2 Deep Learning for Hydrological Time Series Prediction
Dr. Nour El Houda Karmouda

Dr. Nour El Houda Karmouda

PhD in Hydrology, Faculty of Sciences
University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco

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S8 · Day 2 LiDAR & Photogrammetry for Terrain Digitization
Dr. Laurent Froideval

Dr. Laurent Froideval

Researcher in Airborne LiDAR & Photogrammetry
CNRS, France

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S1 · Day 1 Integrated Remote Sensing & Multivariate Statistical Techniques
Pr. Mounia Tahiri

Pr. Mounia Tahiri

Professor, Faculty of Sciences
University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco

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S2 · Day 1 Machine Learning for Hydrological Impacts Mapping
Pr. Tarik Bouramtane

Pr. Tarik Bouramtane

Professor, Faculty of Sciences
University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco

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S3 · Day 1 Polarimetric SAR & Interferometric Techniques for Watershed Monitoring
Pr. Essam Heggy

Pr. Essam Heggy

Research Scientist, USC & NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

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S4 · Day 1 Hydrological Forecasting & GloFAS System
Pr. Christel Prudhomme

Pr. Christel Prudhomme

Expert in Global Hydrology
ECMWF, Reading UK

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S4 · Day 1 Hydrological Forecasting & GloFAS System
Mr. Mohamed Azhar

Mr. Mohamed Azhar

Hydrological Data Analyst
Associate Hydrologist, ECMWF UK

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S5 · Day 2 Isotopic Tracers in Hydrology
Pr. Bertil Nlend

Pr. Bertil Nlend

Senior Lecturer, University of Douala
Vice-Chair IAHS Africa Regional, Cameroon

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S6 · Day 2 Satellite Radar Altimetry for Ungauged Rivers
Pr. Sakaros Bogning

Pr. Sakaros Bogning

University of Douala, Cameroon

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S7 · Day 2 Deep Learning for Hydrological Time Series Prediction
Dr. Nour El Houda Karmouda

Dr. Nour El Houda Karmouda

PhD in Hydrology, Faculty of Sciences
University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco

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S8 · Day 2 LiDAR & Photogrammetry for Terrain Digitization
Dr. Laurent Froideval

Dr. Laurent Froideval

Researcher in Airborne LiDAR & Photogrammetry
CNRS, France

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Conference Themes

Theme 1: Hydro-climatic Drivers in Hydrological River Systems
In Africa, water resources are under increasing pressure due to climate change, rapid population growth, and accelerating economic development. A detailed understanding of hydro-climatic regimes and their variability is crucial to anticipating changes in river systems.
Theme 2: Advances in Observation and Modelling of Hydrological Processes
This theme explores new methods and technologies to observe and simulate hydrological processes in African basins, improving both scientific knowledge and decision-making tools.
Theme 3: Water Management and Socio-Ecological Dynamics of Hydrological Systems
Water management strategies must consider the socio-ecological complexity of river systems. This theme focuses on governance, equity, resilience, and the interactions between water users and ecosystems.
Theme 4: AI, Big Data and Remote Sensing in Hydrology
Emerging digital technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and remote sensing are reshaping hydrological research and monitoring capacities in Africa.
Submission

Submission Guidelines

English only

We welcome original research contributions on all aspects of African river systems

Oral Presentations

15-minute presentations followed by 5-minute Q&A sessions

Requirements:
Abstract: 300-500 words,

Poster Presentations

Visual presentations during dedicated poster sessions

Requirements:
Abstract: 300-500 words, Poster: A0 size (841 x 1189 mm)
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Opportunity to publish in

SCOPUS-INDEXED JOURNALS

Publication Opportunites

Selected authors will be invited to submit a full paper for publication in special issues of SCOPUS-indexed journals, such as Hydrological Sciences Journal, Bulletin de l'Institut Scientifique…

Important Dates

Mark your calendar with these key submission and registration deadlines

March 30, 2026

Deadline: Abstract Submission & Training Requests

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