71% of the global population had access to basic handwashing facilities in 2020.
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Access to basic sanitation facilities is a necessity that must be met by every resident. Safe basic sanitation is recognized as a top priority in improving the health, nutrition, and productivity of the community.
A UNICEF report shows that the number of people worldwide with access to basic handwashing sanitation services increased from 5 billion in 2015 to 5.5 billion (71%) in 2020.
In 2015, the number of people with access to limited basic handwashing sanitation services was 1.7 billion (23%). This figure decreased to 1.6 billion (21%) in 2020.
Meanwhile, 700 million people (9%) worldwide lacked basic handwashing sanitation facilities in 2015. This figure also decreased to 670 million people (9%) in 2020.
For information, the basic handwashing sanitation services referred to by UNICEF include the availability of handwashing facilities with soap and water, both at home and at school.
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