The Concept of “Benefit-Sharing”, Its Theoretical Background and Practical Reflections

Water as a basic human necessity, is a critical resource for all aspects of human existence, environmental survival, economic development, and good quality of life. Water has become more and more crucial and strategic natural resource in the Middle East and South Africa. It is claimed that the crucial aspect of water resources in these regions will precipitate conflict in these regions. There are many interrelated reasons, which contribute to water-related crisis situation. The first reason is the increasing world population. The second reason is the changing and increasing human necessities.