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Egypt has been suffering from severe water scarcity in recent years. Uneven water distribution, misuse of water resources and inefficient irrigation techniques are some of the major factors playing havoc with water security in the country. Being more or less an arid country, Egypt is heavily dependent on rain in other countries to support its rapidly growing population and development. The River Nile is the lifeline of the country as it services the country?s industrial and agricultural demand and is the primary source of drinking water for the population.
Rising populations and rapid economic development in the countries of the Nile Basin, pollution and environmental degradation are decreasing water availability for Egypt. Egypt is facing an annual water deficit of around 7 billion cubic metres. Infact, United Nations is already warning that Egypt could run out of water by the year 2025. Water issue in Egypt is rapidly assuming alarming proportion. By the year 2020, Egypt will be consuming 20 percent more water than it has. With its loosening grip on the Nile, water scarcity could endanger the country?s stability and regional dominance. It is imperative on the Egyptian government and the entire population of to act swiftly and decisively to mitigate water scarcity, implement water conservation techniques and control water pollution develop plans that would install more efficient irrigation techniques, and control water pollution in order to avoid a disaster. |
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This issue touches the whole world. The world population is increasing as the water supply is decreasing. This is a serious issue which is not given the attention and importance required.
Posted 28-11-2014 09:47
Water scarcity & potable water availability are turning into serious issues throughout the globe. It needs immediate attention & rectification.
Posted 27-11-2014 19:14
Cyprus has the same problem, I think that out community should to take immediate actions on this subject so as to prevent minimization of portable water in the world.
Posted 23-11-2014 23:23
the water problemn in Egypt i can see very serious now.We need to do something about it
Posted 23-11-2014 23:17
Thanks for informing us on this matter. I always had the opposite opinion on the water availability in Egypt.
Posted 23-11-2014 10:05
yeah friend and thanks so much for your support
Posted 23-11-2014 08:35
Hi Ahmed, Egypt is really trying by ddepending on water from other countries, here in Nigeria we have enough supply of water and even rain water but still lack access to potable water. I think fingers are not equal indeed. its an educating article keep it up!
Posted 23-11-2014 08:14