An assessment of the effects of Africa's water crisis on food security and management

Besada, Hany; Werner, Karolina

An assessment of the effects of Africa's water crisis on food security and management

2015

Besada, Hany | Werner, Karolina

Food security remains one of the most pressing concerns of this century. This article explores the often overlooked role of water scarcity in food security. This is particularly important within the African context, because most states on the continent rely heavily on agriculture. The article therefore focuses on Africa, discussing triggers and practices related to water usage currently in place, as well as their impact on development. The authors offer various recommendations on how to improve and streamline policies to encourage efficient water use.

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