West African countries have made progress in developing WASH policies, but implementation remains a challenge due to limited funding, inadequate infrastructure, and weak institutional capacity.
Effective advocacy strategies include community-led advocacy, social media campaigns, partnerships, and evidence-based advocacy.
Governments, NGOs, and local communities have key roles in addressing WASH challenges, including policy development, support for community-led initiatives, and active participation.
Challenges and barriers to WASH improvement include funding constraints, infrastructure challenges, cultural barriers, and limited institutional capacity.