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To examine the disconnect between policy goals and actual outcomes in South African community water supply.

July 3, 2026Open Access

Muddying the elephant's water: policy and practice in community water supply

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The article reveals issues in community water supply implementation in South Africa, highlighting significant policy gaps.

To examine the disconnect between policy goals and actual outcomes in South African community water supply.
Analysis of policies and practices from the post-1994 South African government
Review of implementation challenges and successes
Discussion of adaptive strategies and lessons learned
Identification of sustainable water supply issues despite successful policy development
Critique of the implementation process revealing selective criticisms and varied outcomes
Insights on adapting policies in response to implementation challenges

Human Sciences Research Council (2026) studied this question.

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