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USAID Assists 60 Million People Worldwide in Accessing Safe Drinking Water
By Stellamaries Amuwa, Abuja
USAID has assisted nearly 60 million people to have access to safe drinking water globally.
Introduction
Ms Michelle Corzine, Director of the Office of Economic Growth and Environment, made this known recently at a USAID-funded Water for Agriculture (WFA) Activity Closeout and Dissemination event in Abuja.
Implementation Partners
- Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
- Diamond Development Initiative (DDI)
- Pastoral Resolve
Focus on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
According to Ms Corzine, access to clean water, as well as food security, are key priorities of the United States (U.S.) government.
“Through USAID’s global hunger and food security initiative, Feed the Future, we have partnered with governments, NGOs and research institutions to transform food systems globally and to lift an estimated 23.4 million people out of poverty.
“In Nigeria, USAID recognized the importance of access to water for consumption and agricultural use, thus, our water for agriculture activity, implemented by our partner CRS.
“Also, we involve in addressing some challenges by increasing access to water for smallholder farmers and livestock herders and strengthening the governance and management of water resources,’’ she said.
CRS’s Contributions in Nigeria
Similarly, the Country Representative of CRS, Mr Paul Townsend, said CRS had worked in Nigeria for more than 25 years, implementing health, emergency response, agriculture, and livelihood programs in 35 states of the federation.
“CRS partners with the Catholic Church, other faith-based and community-based organizations, the private sector, local and international Non-Governmental Organizations, and government institutions.
“We partner to implement a range of programs to build the resilience of vulnerable communities. All of CRS’ projects are made possible with the generous contributions of many private individuals and organizations.
“This has enabled us to reach approximately 80 million participants in Nigeria with much-needed assistance in the year 2022,’’ he said.
Project Objective
Meanwhile, Mr Ekramul Kabir, Project Chief of Party, said that the idea behind the project was to provide equitable access to adequate and sustainable water from July 2019 to July 2023.
“The big idea behind the project was the provision of equitable access to adequate and sustainable water resources. This can unlock the North East agricultural potential and reduce violent competition.
“WFA is a four-year activity founded by USAID, improved access to water for small-scale farmers and herders by proving water points.
“This is important for growing crops and livestock, in the North Eastern Region of Nigeria namely; Borno, Yobe and Adamawa respectively from July 2019 to July 2023.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
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SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
- Target 6.1: By 2030, achieve universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water for all.
- Indicator 6.1.1: Proportion of population using safely managed drinking water services.
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SDG 2: Zero Hunger
- Target 2.1: By 2030, end hunger and ensure access by all people, in particular the poor and people in vulnerable situations, including infants, to safe, nutritious and sufficient food all year round.
- Indicator 2.1.2: Prevalence of moderate or severe food insecurity in the population, based on the Food Insecurity Experience Scale (FIES).
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SDG 1: No Poverty
- Target 1.1: By 2030, eradicate extreme poverty for all people everywhere, currently measured as people living on less than $1.25 a day.
- Indicator 1.1.1: Proportion of population below the international poverty line, by sex, age, employment status and geographical location (urban/rural).
Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation | Target 6.1: By 2030, achieve universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water for all. | Indicator 6.1.1: Proportion of population using safely managed drinking water services. |
| SDG 2: Zero Hunger | Target 2.1: By 2030, end hunger and ensure access by all people, in particular the poor and people in vulnerable situations, including infants, to safe, nutritious and sufficient food all year round. | Indicator 2.1.2: Prevalence of moderate or severe food insecurity in the population, based on the Food Insecurity Experience Scale (FIES). |
| SDG 1: No Poverty | Target 1.1: By 2030, eradicate extreme poverty for all people everywhere, currently measured as people living on less than $1.25 a day. | Indicator 1.1.1: Proportion of population below the international poverty line, by sex, age, employment status and geographical location (urban/rural). |
Analysis
The article highlights the efforts of USAID in providing access to safe drinking water globally and in Nigeria. This aligns with SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation, which aims to achieve universal access to safe and affordable drinking water for all. The specific target under SDG 6 that can be identified is Target 6.1: By 2030, achieve universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water for all. The article mentions that USAID has assisted nearly 60 million people in accessing safe drinking water globally, indicating progress towards this target. The indicator that can be used to measure progress towards this target is Indicator 6.1.1: Proportion of population using safely managed drinking water services.
The article also mentions the importance of access to water for consumption and agricultural use in Nigeria. This connects to SDG 2: Zero Hunger, which aims to end hunger and ensure access to safe, nutritious, and sufficient food for all. The specific target under SDG 2 that can be identified is Target 2.1: By 2030, end hunger and ensure access by all people, in particular the poor and people in vulnerable situations, including infants, to safe, nutritious, and sufficient food all year round. The article mentions USAID’s partnership with governments, NGOs, and research institutions to transform food systems globally and lift an estimated 23.4 million people out of poverty. This indicates progress towards this target. The indicator that can be used to measure progress towards this target is Indicator 2.1.2: Prevalence of moderate or severe food insecurity in the population, based on the Food Insecurity Experience Scale (FIES).
Additionally, the article briefly mentions poverty reduction efforts by USAID. This relates to SDG 1: No Poverty, which aims to eradicate extreme poverty for all people everywhere. The specific target under SDG 1 that can be identified is Target 1.1: By 2030, eradicate extreme poverty for all people everywhere, currently measured as people living on less than $1.25 a day. The article does not provide specific information or indicators related to this target.
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