Zambia steps up efforts to meet UN goal on access to clean water, sanitation

LUSAKA, May 22 (Xinhua) -- The Zambian government said on Wednesday that it has intensified efforts to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal of ensuring access to clean water and sanitation for all by 2030.

Speaking at a press briefing to announce the 12th Zambia Water Forum and Exhibition, to be held next month, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Water Development and Sanitation Joe Kalusa said the government is committed to ensuring that the target is met and efforts have been intensified, with only six years to go before the deadline.