Ghana Water Company Limited (GWL) has announced its proactive engagement in addressing the water supply challenges in the Nsawam township, following widespread concerns voiced by residents over prolonged water shortages.
The Communications Manager for Ghana Water Limited, Stanley Martey, expressed concern about the difficulties encountered at the Nsawam treatment plant, which not only serves Nsawam but also adjacent areas such as Pokuase and Amasaman.
In an interview with Citi News, Mr. Martey identified two primary factors contributing to the water supply issues in Nsawam and neighboring towns: pollution of the Densu River and recent power supply irregularities.
Mr. Martey disclosed that efforts are underway to install new pumps, which is expected to enhance water supply in the region once completed.
“We have a very serious challenge with the Nsawam treatment plant that serves the entire Nsawam area, Pokuase, Amasaman and all that. That plant is less than 10 years old but unfortunately, all the pumps broke down at the same time so we are replacing them.
“The pumps broke down as a result of the pollution of the water in the Densu River around the Nsamam area. And then there are the numerous power outages that we have been experiencing. So we have had to change all the pumps in that area. And you know pumps are quite expensive.
“We needed to import them into the system. So we are almost done with the installation of the pumps and when we are done, at least water flow to the Nsawam municipality will improve.”