In a pioneering move to strengthen its national water security, Egypt's Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation has begun harnessing the capabilities of "Digital Earth Africa" to monitor and manage its coastal zones. South Africa, like Egypt, faces mounting water security challenges. Dr Lisa Rebelo, Lead Scientist at Digital Earth Africa says Egypt's move showcases a practical solution for SA.

"Egypt's smart water strategy is a new approach to looking at digital tools and an approach away to what we say is water management where information is collected through metres on the ground. I guess this is referred to the "internet of things" and it uses digital tools and platforms under that smart management and so part of that is actively developing mobile applications and using cutting edge technology from data satellite," Rebelo said.

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