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Buffalo City District Municipality Wetland Case Study
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South Africa is currently in the grips of one of the worst droughts in recorded history and water resources have never been more precious. Wetlands have the ability to store water and regulate stream flow, providing local communities with a secure water source, even in times of drought.
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