South Africa is running short of water, but new research finds scarcity is only part of the problem: water is also not being shared fairly among those who need it.
- Professor, University of South Africa
South Africa’s water situation is complex. It needs better monitoring and implementation of plans.
The impression that’s been created is that political will is the only ingredient missing in fixing South Africa’s electricity crisis. But this is simplistic.
Giving rivers rights would enable custodians to perform legal acts on the river’s behalf.
Ideology informs foreign policy practice. Behaviour that could – for better or worse – influence individual lives.
Experts in city government are missing the perspective of residents.
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