The pivotal role of the plastics industry in preserving water resources
The Greek Plastics Industry Association emphasizes the crucial contributions of plastics in reducing drinking water losses and providing safe water access during World Water Day.
Kenya: Kenya Steps Up Push for Clean Water Access As Women Bear Burden of Shortages
Kenya is intensifying efforts to improve access to clean water, addressing gender disparities in water access as highlighted during World Water Day celebrations.
World Water Day: CSOs urge FG to prioritise women in resources management
Civil society groups in Nigeria are calling for the Federal Government to prioritize women's involvement in water governance as part of addressing the country's water crisis, coinciding with World Water Day's focus on gender and water access.
Lagos eyes partnerships to bridge water supply gap
The Lagos State Government is seeking strategic partnerships to improve public access to clean water and decrease reliance on private boreholes and wells.
Iran Poses a Cataclysmic Threat to the Freshwater Access of Gulf Countries
Iran threatens the freshwater access of Gulf countries by possibly targeting desalination plants.
Why is World Water Day celebrated today?
World Water Day is celebrated on March 22 to raise awareness about the importance of potable water and address unequal access across the globe.
Brazil halves the number of schools without access to water, says Unicef
Brazil has significantly reduced the number of public schools without access to water, according to a Unicef report released on World Water Day.
Water: the public good that is not taken for granted by all
The article discusses the global water crisis, highlighting that 2.2 billion people lack access to safe drinking water and emphasizing the importance of safeguarding this public resource.
When Goethe 'Resurrected' Thales
The article addresses the significance of World Water Day amidst ongoing conflicts, highlighting the dire circumstances under which millions lack access to clean water as nations invest in arms rather than infrastructure.
Climate change and population growth slow universal access to water
Climate change and population growth are hindering universal access to water, with over 2 billion people lacking access to safe drinking water and sanitation.
The family that drinks water from a contaminated lagoon to survive: "It has a very fierce taste"
The Mercado family in Chaco, Argentina, survives by drinking contaminated lagoon water due to a lack of clean water access.
Water and its debt to women and girls
The article discusses the urgent relationship between water access and gender equity, highlighting the challenges faced by women and girls in obtaining water.
Africa: Remarks By UNICEF Executive Catherine Russell On World Water Day 2026 - Where Water Flows, Equality Grows
UNICEF Executive Catherine Russell emphasizes the critical link between water access and gender equality in her remarks for World Water Day 2026.
Flood in the District: Access to Homesteads Remains Flooded
Floodwaters in the Žalgiriai and Sausgalviai areas of Lithuania are slowly receding, but access to homesteads remains submerged as local authorities monitor the situation.
Africa: 80 Percent of Rural Households Without Direct Water Access - World Water Report
A UN report reveals that a significant portion of rural households in Africa lacks direct access to water, highlighting critical global water inequality and its intersection with gender and poverty.
Clean water can save half a million lives
A new report highlights the critical need for clean water in healthcare settings, indicating that improved access could prevent half a million maternal and infant deaths annually.
Part of Garliava's residents couldn't use toilets for a week, basement flooded with feces
Residents in Garliava faced a week without access to toilets or running water, leading to significant discomfort and hardship due to sewage flooding in their basement.
Without bathroom and water: truck drivers report days in line at port in Pará; case exposes bottlenecks in transportation in Brazil
Truck drivers in Pará, Brazil, are enduring extreme conditions with no access to water or bathrooms while waiting for long periods to reach the port, highlighting significant deficiencies in the country's transportation infrastructure.
Piped water supply system reaches families in the community of Aveiro
Families in the village of Escrivão, in the municipality of Aveiro, Brazil, now have access to piped water thanks to a newly implemented micro supply system that uses solar energy.
‘Water Squad’ Starts in Cuajimalpa to Ensure Water Supply in Dry Season
The mayor of Cuajimalpa has launched the 'Water Squad' initiative to ensure access to potable water during the dry season.
In Madagascar, informal economy jobs: water carriers [2/3]
In Madagascar, the lack of access to running water has forced many residents to rely on water carriers, highlighting the struggles of those in the informal economy.
'I don't want wealth, I want money to survive,' says farmer who found possible oil in Ceará
'I don't want wealth, I want money to survive,' says farmer who found possible oil in Ceará.
Lack of access to WA mine sites sparks concerns over drinking water
The Water Corporation is raising concerns about difficulties in monitoring drinking water quality due to lack of access to Alcoa's mining sites in Western Australia.
Lack of access to WA mine sites sparks concerns over drinking water
Access issues to Alcoa's mine sites are raising alarm over the safety of drinking water in Western Australia.
The Police and Border Guard Board has prohibited access to the ice on border water bodies starting Friday
The Police and Border Guard Board in Estonia has banned access to the ice on all border water bodies due to unsafe melting conditions.
Attacks on water systems emerge as a dangerous new war threat in Middle East
Recent strikes on water desalination plants in the Middle East highlight a troubling new trend in warfare, with significant implications for civilian access to water.
Misery under Russian Occupation: 'Argue over Water'
Residents in Russian-occupied Donetsk are facing severe shortages of water and heating, leading to disputes among community members over access to basic necessities.
Africa: Johannesburg's Dry Taps Threaten to Unravel Africa's Most Ambitious Water Plans
Johannesburg faces severe water shortages, jeopardizing both local residents and a continent-wide initiative to improve water access in Africa.
Starting from March 4, it is prohibited to be on the ice of all bodies of water in Riga
Due to weather conditions and insufficient stable ice on water bodies, Riga authorities have prohibited access to ice on all lakes and coastal waters beginning March 4.
Drinking water reaches 56 rural communities with support from Banco Pichincha's Sumar Juntos program
Banco Pichincha's Sumar Juntos program has successfully provided access to drinking water for over 31,000 people in rural communities across eight provinces in Ecuador.
The Pier for Winter Swimmers is Breaking Down Year After Year in Oulu – This Time It Was Taken by Millions of Cubic Meters of Flow and Ice
A group of winter swimmers in Oulu’s Tuira area has been forced to change their route to access the ice-cold water due to a damaged pier caused by strong water flow and ice.
Why do the rich drink tap water while the poor drink bottled water?
The article examines the disparity in water consumption and access between wealthy and impoverished populations, highlighting the social and environmental implications of bottled water in the context of droughts and public health crises.
What does the Glacier Law that Milei's government wants to pass in Congress say?
The Milei administration seeks to amend the Glacier Law to facilitate mining investments, which has raised concerns among environmentalists about water access.
Egypt denies granting Ethiopia access to the Red Sea and reaffirms its position on the Renaissance Dam
Egypt has denied reports claiming it is willing to grant Ethiopia access to the Red Sea in exchange for concessions on the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) negotiations.
Step by Step: Qatar Charity Quenches the Thirst of Children in African Villages
Qatar Charity has initiated projects to provide clean water to children in African villages, who often have to walk long distances to access contaminated water sources.
Indigenous leaders outline priorities for spring sitting of Parliament
Indigenous leaders in Canada are preparing to engage with a new federal government led by Prime Minister Mark Carney to address their priorities for self-government and access to clean drinking water.
From the Eyes of Saša Mitrofanov: Russians have neither water nor heat even without war
The article discusses the ongoing issues in Russia regarding access to basic utilities such as water and heating, highlighting systemic failures.
Three decades in the service of clean water and people in Estonia
The EY Estonia Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 gala celebrated Christina Jörg for her three decades of dedication to ensuring access to clean drinking water for Estonian citizens.
‘I slashed my water bill by £400 a year by following Martin Lewis tip’
A MoneySavingExpert.com reader shares how she reduced her water bill by £400 annually by using advice from Martin Lewis to access a water social tariff.
Water Management Control Based on the Water Law Act
The article discusses a promotional offer combining access to Polish and international journalism, including The New York Times, but lacks information on water management law specifics.
The laundry house in Baltinava will soon cease operations
A local laundry facility in Baltinava, Latvia, is set to close due to declining usage and rising costs, affecting residents without access to water or laundry machines.
South Africa: 'I Fought for Freedom, and Now I Am Going to Die Without Water' Says Mpumalanga Pensioner
Residents of the Lekwa Local Municipality in Mpumalanga, South Africa, have been facing a dire water crisis, with many living without reliable access for over a decade, despite government reports highlighting the issue.
More than 80,000 Acapulco residents still without drinking water after January earthquake in San Marcos
Over 80,000 residents of Acapulco are still lacking access to drinking water nearly two months after the earthquake in San Marcos, Guerrero.
Salomón Jara announces High Impact Plan with concrete actions in health, security, water, and roads
Governor Salomón Jara Cruz of Oaxaca has announced a High Impact Plan focusing on improvements in health, security, water access, and road infrastructure.
8-Meter Crater Caused by Breakage of Water Main Closes Access Road to São Pedro Highway
An 8-meter deep crater, caused by a break in the rainwater drainage gallery, has disrupted traffic access to the Geraldo de Barros Highway in São Pedro, Brazil.
In Campo Grande, sanitary inclusion is already a reality
Campo Grande in Brazil has made significant strides towards achieving sanitary inclusion, providing basic sanitation services to a large portion of its population.
39th African Union Summit in Ethiopia: Water, Security and AI on the agenda
The 39th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa focuses on water access, security, and the call for Africa's permanent representation on the UN Security Council.
Africa: The 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union At a Glance Water Security Is a Strategic, Development, Peace, and Climate Issue
The 39th Assembly of the African Union emphasizes the importance of water security as fundamental to development and climate issues, especially given the statistics of millions lacking access to water and sanitation.
LEDs Distributed Without Electricity in Anganwadi Centers
In Madhya Pradesh's Agar Malwa district, efforts to provide electricity to Anganwadi centers have led to improvements in facilities for children, including the use of smart TVs and access to clean water.
Ukraine: Tens of thousands of buildings without electricity, water and heating after Russian strikes
Tens of thousands of buildings in Ukraine have lost access to electricity, water, and heating following Russian attacks, impacting hundreds of thousands of residents.