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South Africa has failed to deliver access to enough water for millions. A new approach is needed

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84% Informative

South Africa is one of only 52 countries that guarantee access to water as a human right.

Section 27 of the country's constitution stipulates that everyone has the right to access sufficient water.

But water quality and safety has declined over the past ten years .

Almost half of South Africa's drinking water is considered unsafe for human consumption.

Water is becoming more and more unaffordable for impoverished households.

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84

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81

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informal

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English

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63

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long-living

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