Africa Water, Sanitation & Hygiene Africa water, Sanitation Mar- Apr 2015 Vol.10 No.2 | Page 4

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Commentary

Water and sustainable development
Water is at the core of sustainable development and is critical for socio-economic
development, healthy ecosystems and for human survival itself. It is vital for reducing
the global burden of disease and improving the health, welfare and productivity of
populations. It is central to the production and preservation of a host of benefits and
services for people. Water is also at the heart of adaptation to climate change, serving
as the crucial link between the climate system, human society and the environment.
Water is a finite and irreplaceable resource that is fundamental to human well-being.
It is only renewable if well manag