Identify and explain the possible underlying factors that lead to limited availability o
water in our country.
■ Assess your own position and experience regarding other poor service delivery cha
issues in your community or close to your community.
Activity 2: Literature and article review
Read the article attached thoroughly to get a comprehensive understanding of the topic
note of other recommended articles that can help you throughout your literature review.
Your report of literature review should be in an essay format and use the following guid
■ Explain why poor access to clean water is regarded as a human rights violation.
■ Identify one law/legislation in South African that address the issue of poor access t
water and explain the purpose of the law identified.
■ Discuss three other issues that can arise in a community due to lack of unequal ac
clean water and explain how these concerns can be addressed from a human right
perspective.
■ All the government levels must play their role in addressing poor service delivery su
water crisis. Critically examine how the following can play a role in addressing iss
water accessibility and quality.
1. Government policies.
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I see that you have posted a set of instructions related to identifying factors leading to limited water availability in the country, discussing service delivery challenges, and reviewing articles on the topic. To address the factors leading to limited water availability, it's important to consider issues such as: 1. **Climate Change**: Changes in weather patterns can result in droughts, affecting water supply. 2. **Population Growth**: Rapid population growth can strain water resources. 3. **Infrastructure**: Poor maintenance of water infrastructure can lead to leaks and water loss. 4. **Pollution**: Contamination of water sources can reduce available clean water. When discussing poor service delivery challenges in the community, one may consider factors like: 1. **Lack of Maintenance**: Inadequate upkeep of public services. 2. **Resource Mismanagement**: Inefficient allocation of resources. 3. **Corruption**: Misuse of funds intended for service improvements. In terms of the importance of clean water as a human right violation, access to clean water is essential for health and well-being. Without it, individuals may suffer from waterborne diseases and other health issues. Regarding laws addressing poor water access in South Africa, the "National Water Act" aims to ensure water resource sustainability and access for all citizens. Three issues arising from unequal water access in communities can include: 1. **Health Concerns**: Increased risk of diseases. 2. **Social Inequality**: Disparities in access affecting marginalized groups. 3. **Economic Impact**: Productivity and livelihoods can be compromised. Government policies play a crucial role in addressing water accessibility and quality by setting standards, allocating resources, and enforcing regulations. Different levels of government must collaborate to effectively tackle water crises.