Tag: Africa

A Regional Analysis of the VNR Reports from 2023

Review of 2023 VNR Reports and SDG 6 The Voluntary National Review (VNR) process, as outlined in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, is designed to provide a platform for countries to assess and share their progress in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This report analyses the national reports […]

Community-Centered Water Governance in Mali

Water management must center on community involvement, ensuring the human right to water and sanitation. Sustainable solutions require local knowledge, especially from marginalised groups like women and Indigenous communities.

In Mali, the African Development Bank’s Bamako/Kabala project improved water access for 1.6 million people by involving local councils and grassroots organisations. This demonstrates how public participation leads to better, more sustainable water governance.

Accountability in water resource management

Accountability is a key element of achieving the human right to water and sanitation, but what does it mean?  We have explained one way to support this through a case study in our African publication in Chad whereby we cite the national legislation and a project where it is demonstrated. […]

Water Policies to Support Investment in Humans and Nature

Water Policies to Support Investmentin Humans and Nature: A Compilation of Good Practices in Africa Good governance, supporting the HRBA, can reduce investment risk through greater sustainability. Inclusive decision-making with a wide range of stakeholders helps to strengthen local ownership, and encourage broader thinking and innovation for more sustainable design […]