3 June 2026, Colombo, Sri Lanka. UN-Habitat, together with the National Water Supply & Drainage Board (NWSDB) is implementing the project “Safe and Resilient Water Supply for Western Cities – Integrating Climate Resilience into Water Safety Plans of the Ambatale Water Supply Scheme”. The project is funded through a USD 469,232 grant from the Coalition for

In Sri Lanka’s Mullaitivu District, fishing communities face challenges to sustain their livelihoods.  They lack adequate knowledge and skills in proper fish handling and processing methods, as well as quality equipment and cold storage facilities. Unhygienic fish processing practices, poor storage and weak transportation systems are causing high post-harvest losses, leading to reduced incomes. To

30 April 2026, Mullaitivu, Sri Lanka. Farmers in Sri Lanka’s Mullaitivu District are facing difficulties in pursuing their agricultural livelihoods due to the adverse impacts of climate change in the region. With changing rainfall patterns, prolonged dry periods and poor soil conditions, farming communities are experiencing lower crop production, resulting in reduced household incomes and

2 March 2026, Colombo, Sri Lanka. UN-Habitat Sri Lanka together with the National Water Supply & Drainage Board and UNI Consultancy Services recently conducted preliminary field assessments to check the water quality of the Kelani River as part of the “Safe and Resilient Water Supply for Western Cities – Integrating Climate Resilience into Water Safety