INVESTING IN WATER INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT FOR ACHIEVING SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOAL 6

Abstract

Objective: The objective of this article is to examine and address the implementation status of the Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in improving urban water infrastructure in Africa.   Theoretical Framework: Public-private partnerships can play a significant role in enhancing water infrastructure and achieving SDG 6's goal of providing communities with safe drinking water. How these concepts can be used to enhance peoples' quality of life is investigated in the article.   Method: The study is qualitative and offers desktop analysis of data available in public domain. The data is compiled through literature and document reviews, and further analysed using document and conceptual analysis.   Research Implications: The study identifies various challenges related to water infrastructure development (focus) in African context (locus). The study suggests African governments to partner with private sectors for meeting the needs of delivering water by using proper and maintained infrastructure and able to accommodate the growing population.   Originality/Value:  The study contributes by suggesting varied resources required by PPPs to implement effective urban water infrastructure in Africa.