In some regions, the pollution has reached alarming levels, leading to devastating consequences for both the environment and the people who depend on it. We explore the grave environmental, economic ...

A new World Bank report finds that many water utilities in Africa are working hard to expand access, but most haven’t kept up with the growing demand or the maintenance on aging infrastructure. This ...

The quality of any body of surface or ground water is a function of either both ... Pollution of Surficial and Groundwater Aquifers in Africa [- 314 KB] United Nations Environment Programme ...

Earlier this week, researchers tackled the spread of an invasive alien in the Crocodile River - an aquatic plant known as the water spangle - by introducing a weevil species that feeds on it.

Africa faces significant water resource challenges ... reducing contaminants before they enter major water bodies. Similarly, afforestation and soil conservation techniques increase water ...