The article directly connects agricultural water management (AWM) to SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), emphasizing that effective water management is crucial for achieving food security and agricultural transformation in Africa. The policy agenda outlined aligns with both Agenda 2063 and SDG 2, highlighting how accelerated, context-specific AWM can unlock substantial gains in food security, climate resilience, and rural livelihoods. The connection is reinforced through specific targets mentioned in the introduction, where water management is explicitly integrated into five of the six CAADP strategic objectives, supporting goals like 45% increase in agricultural output and 50% reduction in losses. Additionally, the AU's Agenda 2063 aims to enhance water productivity by 60%, capture 10% of rainwater for productive use, and recycle 10% of wastewater, directly supporting sustainable development through improved resource management.