American Journal of Water Science and Engineering

Volume 9, Issue 2, June 2023

  • Neighbours' Mini Water Networks in Saguia, Arrangements, Solidarity and Innovation in Urban Water Services in Niamey, Niger

    Moussa Yaye

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 2, June 2023
    Pages: 26-35
    Received: 13 March 2023
    Accepted: 30 March 2023
    Published: 27 April 2023
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    Abstract: Niamey, the capital of Niger, like other cities in sub-Saharan Africa, is experiencing water insecurity due to the mismatch between rapid urban growth and substantial investment in water services. On the outskirts of the city, where the water distribution network is almost non-existent or inconsistent, private water points are increasingly being bu... Show More
  • Assessing Challenges of Potable Water Supply, Demand and Enhancing Sustainability

    Ebissa Gadissa Kedir

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 2, June 2023
    Pages: 36-40
    Received: 4 February 2023
    Accepted: 25 April 2023
    Published: 10 May 2023
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    Abstract: This paper presents the challenges of water supply demand and enhancing water sustainability in rural areas. Data collected from field observation, regional water offices and officials, questionnaires and community responses were conducted. Data from the selected districts of the study area was discussed and analyzed. Two hundred seventeen water su... Show More
  • A Review on Challenges, Opportunities and Outlook of Water Sector Privatization for Sustainability and Water Scarcity Management

    Jeet Chand, Farjana Akhter, Shiva Kumar Jha

    Issue: Volume 9, Issue 2, June 2023
    Pages: 41-49
    Received: 13 April 2023
    Accepted: 2 May 2023
    Published: 10 May 2023
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    Abstract: The sustainable use and management of freshwater resources is on the center of developmental debate and becoming a global challenge. The overall aim of this study is to document published literature in the field of water privatization, critically review them and to draw a conclusion about how private sector participation can contribute in the initi... Show More