Challenges in water provision in Mbulwane area of uMvoti Municipality.
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2018
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Clean water provision is a challenge around the world. The aim of this study was to explore the challenges to water provision in Mbulwane area of uMvoti Municipality. The study sought to explore water provision, challenges and possible solutions in Mbulwane area. The study used the Social Justice and Human Right Theory as an anchor. The study employed the qualitative research approach by interviewing key informants and community members as well as examining documents related to water provision. The findings of the study revealed that that in Mbulwane there water is scarce and is of poor quality. This is due to poor governance and corruption. The study recommended community empowerment; improved distribution of infrastructure, concrete government approaches public participation as well as environmental change mitigating factors.
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Masters Degree. University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban.