Challenges and Policy Recommendations

Abstract

The current challenges which face the water sector of South Africa need to be kept in mind when deciding on and implementing water efficiency measures within the various sectors. The most profound challenge facing South Africa is poverty. High poverty levels is exacerbated by high level of inequality and lack of access to natural, political and financial resources and is consequently one of the root challenges facing the water sector. Different constraints also exist in the variety of sectors of South Africa which may inhibit the adoption and implementation of WC/WDM solutions and measures. The implementation of management information systems as well as the other identified constraints needs to be kept in mind and be properly addressed for WC/WDM to be effectively implemented. Focus is placed on current challenges and constraints facing the implementation of WC/WDM as well as possible policy recommendations. There are multiple opportunities for businesses in the form of investments as well as the establishment of collaborations with various stakeholders in terms of water efficiency in the country.