Water is an essential part of life on Earth and the demand
for water is increasing. Both water and energy are primary to Africa for
poverty reduction and economic transformation. Since the population is
increasing constantly, the demand for usable water also increases. There is a
very big challenge in front of Africa to
improve on their water security for the future. If the water is not secure in
the future Africa could hurt the growth and success of the continent.
According to forecasts it says that 5% of Africa's gross domestic
product is lost annually because of poor water access and sanitation. Five to
25% is lost to droughts and floods and 5% more could be lost in the future due
to climate change. Also over 18% of electricity in Africa is supplied with
hydropower. These numbers have a very big impact on Africa and could hurt them
significantly.
Africa and the rest of the world is dependent on water, and
it is scary to think not having water available is a concern. If people do not
have water available many more issues will arise. I am glad they are thinking
about the future, because this is not a problem that can be ignored. Not having
adequate water will not just go away.
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