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Hidden and Forgotten: Managing Groundwater in Southern Africa

Did you know that most of the Earth’s freshwater actually lies below its surface?

In Southern #Africa, people rely heavily on groundwater to meet their needs. However, water doesn’t conform to international borders, making the management of this resource very complex. Learn about how a regional plan gets countries to work together to prevent groundwater depletion and pollution: http://wrld.bg/coiw30ct5wQ

Hidden and Forgotten: Managing Groundwater in Southern Africa

As climate alters the amount of surface water that is available, people in Africa are increasingly turning to groundwater. With CIWA support, the Southern African Development Community has established the Groundwater Management Institute.