On the occasion of World Water Day,
Gaza is facing a severe water crisis. Most groundwater is unsafe for drinking due to pollution and high salinity, along with a major shortage of clean water caused by the blockade and the destruction of infrastructure during the war on Gaza. This poses a serious threat to public health. The average water available per person per day is only 3–5 liters.
In the West Bank, people face restrictions in accessing water resources, unequal distribution, and control over water sources. This leads to a continuous shortage of drinking water and affects daily life. The average water availability per person is around 70 liters per day, and in some areas during summer it drops to around 30 liters. According to the World Health Organization, the recommended minimum is 100 liters per person per day. In contrast, the average Israeli water consumption reaches around 300 liters per person per day.
The attached image highlights the efforts of MA’AN Development Center, which has provided approximately 169,723 cubic meters of drinking water over more than 30 months, including 148,170 cubic meters in Gaza and 21,553 cubic meters in the West Bank, as part of responding to growing humanitarian needs and supporting the resilience of affected communities.
