Bechem is taking a major step toward resolving its long-standing water challenges as Newmont Ghana Ltd, working jointly with the Bechem Traditional Council and the Tano North Municipal Assembly, has initiated the construction of two modern mechanized boreholes. The project is being framed not only as an immediate intervention but as part of a broader strategy to secure sustainable water access for the township.
The facilities, to be installed at Bechem Presbyterian SHS (PRESEC) and the Adekyem enclave along the Breme road, are expected to provide consistent water flow to thousands of residents, including students, businesses, and households that have endured years of unreliable supply.
Officials say the move aligns with Newmont’s wider community investment agenda, which continues to prioritize long-term solutions in education, health, and water systems across the Ahafo Region. The company maintains that durable water infrastructure remains essential to improving the quality of life in its host communities.
At the sod-cutting ceremony, the Tano South Municipal Chief Executive, Mr. Emmanuel Kwame Frimpong, described the project as a strategic boost to Bechem’s development trajectory.
“This goes beyond solving today’s problem — it strengthens our municipality’s resilience and capacity to deliver essential services,” he said. He also revealed ongoing plans to expand potable water access to additional second-cycle institutions within the district.
The contractor, Nana Kofi Appiah, assured stakeholders of a professionally executed project, promising completion within four months to enable early commissioning.
For the Bechem Traditional Council, the initiative represents a renewed commitment to the welfare of the people. The Queen Mother, Nana Serwaa Dwamena Adwoa-Po II, commended Newmont for consistently investing in community improvement and urged residents to take ownership and ensure the systems are well maintained.
Community members who attended the ceremony expressed optimism that the project will reduce the daily burden of searching for water, while also improving sanitation, schooling conditions, and economic activities.
With the new infrastructure set to come on stream soon, Bechem’s leaders believe the community is inching closer to a more reliable and sustainable water network—one that supports future growth and strengthens the town’s development outlook.
