Life in a war zone

• Global Overview: Around 703 million people worldwide lack access to clean water. 
• Sub-Saharan Africa: In countries like Niger, 54% of the population lacks access to clean water. 
• Gaza: The coastal aquifer, Gaza’s primary water source, is severely polluted, with 97% of water deemed unsafe for drinking. Ongoing conflict and the blockade have made the crisis even worse, leaving many with little access to clean water.
• Ukraine: The war has damaged critical water infrastructure, with millions facing disruptions to water supply, particularly in conflict zones like Mariupol. Over 7 million people in Ukraine have been affected by water shortages since the war began.
• Central and South Asia: 1.5 billion people in this region rely on basic, unsafe water sources.