Delivering Hope Through Water
With funding from World Vision Korea and support from the Government of Ghana, World Vision Ghana has successfully commissioned four mechanised water facilities across communities in the Kwahu Afram Plains North and South Districts. Each facility, with a capacity of 20,000 litres, is designed to serve approximately 25,000 residents, providing reliable access to clean water for drinking, domestic use, education, and economic activities.
Speaking at the commissioning, Felix Afeti, Cluster Manager for Fanteakwa, emphasised the transformative impact of the initiative:
“This water is not just here to quench thirst but to increase school enrolment, improve health service delivery, and empower our mothers to expand their economic and livelihood activities.”
Cephas Wedam, WASH Technical Programmes Manager at World Vision Ghana, expressed gratitude to the District Assembly and urged stakeholders to support the long-term sustainability of the facilities. He noted that the Water and Sanitation Management Teams (WSMTs) will play a critical role in maintaining the systems.
The initiative has also received strong endorsement from local authorities. Victoria A.Y. Barku, District Director of Education, praised the project’s contribution to education:
“This will promote teaching and learning in the districts. We pledge to work with students and teachers to ensure the system is well-maintained.”
Kwadwo Owusu Ansah, Director of Ghana Health Service for Kwahu Afram Plains South, highlighted the health benefits of clean water.
“It’s better to contribute a token for clean water than to spend a fortune on a coffin. We must be willing to pay for water to sustain these facilities.”
District Chief Executive Moses Tangmee commended World Vision Ghana for easing the burden on the Assembly and reaffirmed his commitment to a forthcoming Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at achieving Universal WASH Coverage in the district.
Irvine Aboagye, Regional Operations Manager, called for collective responsibility. “Sustainability requires a united effort. We must all play our part.”
Nana Anyang Ohene-Obeng, Chief of Samanhyia, expressed his happiness with the water project. He thanked World Vision Korea for funding this project and assured WV Korea and Ghana that he will ensure the sustainability of the facility. Nana and his Queen Mother contributed GHS 2,000 as seed funding to support the maintenance of the facility.
“We are grateful to World Vision Korea and Ghana. We will ensure this facility serves generations,” the Chief said.
For Elizabeth, a 14-year-old student, the project has been life-changing: “I used to walk 15 minutes to fetch water before and after school. Now, I have water in my school and near my home,” she shared with joy.
World Vision Ghana remains committed to transforming lives through access to clean water. However, sustaining these gains requires ongoing collaboration with local authorities, community leaders, and development partners. We invite all stakeholders to join us in ensuring that these water systems continue to serve communities for generations to come.
Together, we can build a future where every child, family, and community thrives through safe and sustainable water access.
