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Perennial water shortages have far-reaching implications on the health of residents and patients in hospitals, says a civil society organisation. Read more »
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An examination of the worlds largest river basins found nutrient-rich and powerful river discharges led to spikes in the blooms of plankton associated with cholera outbreaks. ... Read more »
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Only four countries in Africa are aiming to achieve Millennium Development Goal 7 to ensure environmental sustainability, which includes halving the proportion of the population ... Read more »
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Recycling is increasingly popular in today's ecologically aware world, but in the field of sanitation the "yuk factor" tends to get in the way. Most people recoil from the notion ... Read more »
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The link between water and peace inspired the AU-UN peacekeeping mission (UNAMID) to collaborate with the Sudanese government to develop a stable and equitable water service system ... Read more »
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The approach that has been taken by South Africa in managing its water, might ironically, lead to greater insecurity at local community levels. Read more »
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Nile Basin ministers in charge of water issues have noted that cooperation is critical in light of climate change and its impacts and uncertainty over available water resources. Read more »
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Many neighbourhoods had dug wells after the collapse of water and sanitation infrastructure during the economic implosion, creating ideal conditions for the proliferation of ... Read more »
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Despite reports of a ceasefire in Côte dÂÂIvoire, the availability of food still remains a concern for those living in Abidjan. Read more »
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The evidence of Gaborone's inadequate sewerage system hangs in the air over the Botswana capital's low income area. Read more »
