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Water resources of African countries: a review

Year of publication 1995

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Pages 35

Author FAO

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Book (series)

Series title FAO AQUASTAT Report

Edition 1

Synopsis (short abstract) In order to provide a rational basis for the discussion on increasing water scarcity and the potential for irrigation expansion in Africa, AQUASTAT compiled existing information on the water resources of the African continent. Contrary to previous attempts, this survey is based essentially on country-based statistics and information contained in sector studies and master plans. Due account has been taken of the interaction of groundwater and surface water and the problem of transboundary flows.

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