July 28, 2024, marks the 14th anniversary of the United Nations General Assembly’s adoption of Resolution 64/292, recognizing access to clean drinking water and sanitation as a fundamental human right. 14 years after, how is the world faring in not just recognizing access to water and sanitation as a human right but accepting, adopting, respecting and enforcing it through through country and state constitutions? The Nigerian Blue Community NEWARI, Network of Water Rights Initiative, offers its reflections on the Human Rights to Water and Sanitation. They conclude (and we join in):
As we reflect on the past 14 years, it is clear that while significant strides have been made, much work remains to ensure universal access to clean drinking water and sanitation. Let us recommit to this fundamental human right and work together to address the challenges ahead.
