Displaying Ratings
Ratings provide a visual representation of a country’s performance on the indicator.
Legend
SDG achieved
Challenges remain
Significant challenges remain
Major challenges remain
Information unavailable
Description
Percentage of the population using a safely managed drinking water service. A safely managed drinking water service is one where people use an "improved" source meeting three criteria: it is accessible on premises, water is available when needed, and the water supplied is free from contamination. Improved sources are those that have the potential to deliver safe water by nature of their design and construction.
Long-Term Objective
The long-term objective for this indicator is a value of 100.
Reference
WHO/UNICEF JMP