Tap Water Safety in Africa
Africa has the world's largest gap between water treatment capability and reliable delivery. South Africa's major cities have historically maintained good municipal water, and Morocco's urban systems are chemically treated, but for most of the continent — including tourist destinations in Kenya, Tanzania, and Egypt — bottled or purified water is essential for visitors.
Generally Safe (4)
Caution (7)
Not Safe (41)
City Guides in Africa
Cairo
Not Safe
Egypt
Cape Town
Generally Safe
South Africa
Casablanca
Caution
Morocco
Fez
Caution
Morocco
Johannesburg
Generally Safe
South Africa
Marrakech
Caution
Morocco
Mombasa
Not Safe
Kenya
Nairobi
Not Safe
Kenya
Zanzibar
Not Safe
Tanzania