ACHIEVING SUSTAINABLE GROUNDWATER MANAGEMENT IN THE KAFIRGUÉLA ALLUVIAL PLAIN: INSIGHTS FROM A CASE STUDY IN BURKINA FASO

Authors

  • Dr. Moussa Diarra National Institute of Hydrology and Water Management, Bamako, Mali
  • Dr. Aminata Diallo National Institute of Hydrology and Water Management, Bamako, Mali
  • Dr. Amadou Barry National Institute of Hydrology and Water Management, Bamako, Mali

Keywords:

Groundwater resources, alluvial aquifer, Karfiguéla, Burkina Faso, Irrigation, Sustainability, Water management

Abstract

Groundwater is an important source of water for irrigation and drinking in Burkina Faso. However, the demand for groundwater is increasing due to population growth and climate change. This study investigated the exploitation rate and sustainability of groundwater resources in the alluvial aquifer of Karfiguéla. The results showed that the aquifer has a high potential for irrigation, but it is already being exploited at a high rate. This could lead to groundwater depletion in the future. The study recommends that the government of Burkina Faso take steps to manage groundwater resources sustainably, such as by introducing water pricing and regulations on groundwater abstraction

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Published

2024-06-17

Issue

Vol. 11 No. 4 (2023)

Section

Articles