Confronting Africa’s water challenge
Water is essential for life, and yet it is scarce in many parts of the world. Owing to the effects of climate change, Africa is experiencing its worst drought since 1945, especially in Southern Sudan, Somalia, Ethiopia and Northern Nigeria.
These fragile areas now need the global community’s support. We need to build resilient systems to ensure access to potable water for all people, and to improve water delivery and sanitation provisions in Africa’s rapidly growing urban areas.
We should begin by expanding Africans’ capacity to harness wastewater. With investment and proper management, wastewater can become a sustainable source of wealth for many, with added benefits for human health, agricultural productivity, and environmental sustainability.
