The incidences of water shortage, pollution, degradation and depletion is increasing as increased water demand has
occurred in line with economic and population growth;
The current practice of groundwater withdrawal is unsustainable;
Water demand is increasingly growing as the growth of new urban development and population is continuing to grow;
Many urban areas are experiencing uncontrolled population growth and urbanisation, associated with increased water
needs;
Community involvement is not fully engaged and given inadequate attention.