Residents of Gui in the Akatsi South Municipality of the Volta Region are expected to benefit from improved access to clean and safe drinking water following the commissioning of a mechanised borehole by the Kekeli Co-operative for the Needy (LBG).
The project is aimed at addressing longstanding water challenges in the community while helping to reduce the incidence of water-borne diseases associated with the use of unsafe water sources.
Community members described the facility as a major relief that will improve living conditions and enhance public health outcomes for households in the area.
Speaking on behalf of the community, Joseph Akana expressed appreciation to the organisation and its partners for responding to a critical need that had affected residents for years.
He noted that access to potable water would help protect community members from diseases such as cholera, bilharzia and typhoid fever, which are often linked to contaminated water sources.
Beyond the water project, Akana appealed for additional support to establish a computer laboratory for three schools in the area and to assist local farmers in adopting mechanised farming methods to improve productivity.
The Paramount Chief of Avenor and President of the Avenor Traditional Council, Togbe Dorglo Anumah VI, described the project as a significant milestone in efforts to improve the welfare of communities across the traditional area.
He explained that the borehole was delivered in response to requests made by residents during previous engagements and forms part of broader community development initiatives.
According to him, the newly commissioned facility is the 75th borehole provided through the organisation’s interventions within the Avenor area, reflecting a sustained commitment to improving access to clean water.
Togbe Anumah also commended the organisation’s international partners, particularly Director of Fundraising Brian Mosko from Canada and Director of Operations Michael Nyahe, for their dedication to supporting vulnerable communities.
Mr Mosko praised the leadership of Togbe Anumah and acknowledged the contribution of Mr Nyahe in overseeing the successful implementation of dozens of borehole projects across Ghana.
He reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to promoting community development through investments in water, health and social welfare initiatives.
Chairman for the occasion, Torgbui Ahui III of Suipe Ahiakpakope, said the project would have a lasting impact on the socio-economic development of the community by providing a reliable source of potable water.
Assembly Member for the area, Johnson Agbemazi, also welcomed the intervention, noting that improved access to clean water would enhance the quality of life of residents and contribute to better health outcomes.
The commissioning forms part of ongoing efforts by the organisation and its partners to expand access to essential services and improve living standards in underserved communities across the Volta Region.
