Three KNUST students rehabilitate 33-year-old borehole in Aveme Beme

Three students from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, through a borehole rehabilitation project, have brought clean water to the residents of Aveme Beme.

Nana Kwabena Addo, Constant Titus Amentor and Prince Makafui Nanewortor, all MSc Development Management students, worked on a borehole rehabilitation project as part of their social entrepreneurship and philanthropy.

According to the team leader, Nana Kwabena Addo, the project began with a thorough needs assessment, where the team identified the dire need for clean and reliable water sources in the community.

This led to the idea of rehabilitating an existing borehole to provide safe drinking water to the residents of Aveme Beme.

This, the team believes, is in line with achieving Sustainable Development Goal 3: “Good health and well-being” and Goal 6: “Clean water and sanitation.”

The team raised funds through the help of crowdfunding campaigns and sponsorships from individuals and their funds to complete the project. The team collaborated with the North Dayi District to rehabilitate the borehole through the expertise of the Assembly’s water engineer.

The sustainability of the project was ensured through diverse ways. In line with this, proper monitoring and evaluation mechanisms were put in place by the team.

A water management team for the community was constituted and trained to manage the affairs of the borehole. Regular check-ins with the community and maintenance of the borehole are key components of their long-term plan.

The team worked closely with the traditional council, assembly members and residents of Aveme Beme, involving them in every step of the process, from planning to implementation.

“We believe access to clean and safe drinking water is essential for the health and well-being of any community and that, the water project will improve the quality of life for the residents of Aveme Beme.”

Reporting by Albert Kuzor in the Volta Region