Hydrological Evaluation of Rainwater Harvesting Potential in Arid and Semi-Arid Regions of West Kordofan State: Al-Nuhud Locality

Abstract

This study clarified the role played by water resources and the method of managing them in achieving development and stability in arid and semi-arid areas, using the ecological and descriptive approach. It reviewed the definition of harvesting, its concept, objectives, benefits, methods of harvesting water, and also the proper methods of managing it in arid and semi-arid areas. The study reached many results, including: The lack of an accurate assessment of water resources in arid and semi-arid areas in Sudan, especially West Kordofan State. The lack of coordination between the bodies responsible for water management. The lack of planning for water harvesting projects. There are many recommendations, the most important of which are: It is necessary to benefit from rainwater by developing water harvesting technologies. Also, establishing stations to monitor rainwater and devices to measure water levels in valleys and seasonal creeks. In addition to paying attention to training and qualifying technical cadres working in the field of water management and harvesting.