The infographic highlights the persistent gaps in access to safe drinking water and sanitation around the world. It shows that 2.2 billion people still lack access to safely managed drinking water, and 4.2 billion people lack access to safely managed sanitation. These gaps are particularly acute in low- and middle-income countries, and among marginalized and vulnerable populations.

The infographic emphasizes the need for increased investment and political commitment to achieve universal access to safe drinking water and sanitation. It shows that current levels of financing for water and sanitation are insufficient to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targets, and that many countries are facing significant financing gaps. The infographic also highlights the importance of strengthening governance and institutional capacity to ensure sustainable and equitable access to water and sanitation.

The infographic highlights some of the key challenges and opportunities for improving water and sanitation services, such as climate change, urbanization, and digital technologies. It shows that these challenges require innovative and integrated approaches, and that there are many examples of successful interventions and partnerships that can be scaled up and replicated.