Schlettwein pushes for acceleration of investments in water, sanitation

NAMPA

2024-11-08

ABIDJAN, 07 November 2024 - Calle Schlettwein speaking at the opening session of the 24th African Water Facility Governing Council. (Photo: Contributed)

WINDHOEK, 08 NOV (NAMPA) - Minister of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform and African Water Facility (AWF) Chairperson, Calle Schlettwein, has emphasised the urgent need to ramp up investments in water and sanitation in Africa.
Opening the three-day 24th AWF Governing Council Meeting in Cote d’Ivoire on Thursday, Schlettwein said the AWF serves as a critical platform for fostering sustainable water management in Africa and increasing access to c...

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