Ho: Abutia Kloe Clinic gets mechanised borehole to tackle water crisis and boost healthcare
The Abutia Kloe Clinic in the Ho West District of the Volta Region has taken a major step toward improved healthcare delivery with the commissioning of a fully mechanised borehole, ending decades of persistent water scarcity that had hampered the facility’s operations.
The borehole project, officially handed over to the clinic over the weekend, marks a milestone in the community’s journey toward sustainable health infrastructure. The availability of clean and reliable water is expected to significantly enhance hygiene, patient care, and overall healthcare efficiency at the clinic.
“This is more than just a water project—it is a life-saving intervention,” said Mr Akorli Agyeman Edem, a representative of the Ho West District Health Directorate. “Water is central to healthcare delivery, from cleaning and sterilisation to ensuring the dignity and safety of patients. We are deeply grateful for this support.”
The intervention is being hailed not only as a solution to an immediate need but also as a symbol of progress toward achieving several of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being), Goal 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), and Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
At a ceremony attended by community leaders, development partners, and residents, the chiefs and elders of Abutia Kloe expressed their gratitude for what they described as a “life-changing gift.”
The Special guest of honour Mr Rich Kofi Kofituo, Acting Deputy CEO of the Tree Crop Development Authority, praised the spirit of collaboration that made the project possible.
He stressed the role of citizen-led initiatives in local development, noting, “The government alone cannot do everything. It is through collaboration that we can truly transform our communities. I want to especially commend Mr Horlali Yaw Haligah for his exceptional love for this community. This project is a clear example of what’s possible when we take action.”
The borehole project was executed through the joint efforts of Promasidor Ghana Ltd., World Vision Ghana, and individuals including Horlali Yaw Haligah, Gideon Kodo, Jerome Eli Bediako, Edward Opoku Asante, and Fred Kofi Elorm Buatsi.
Mr Haligah, who was instrumental in coordinating the project, called for community ownership of the facility. “Let’s not see this as the end, but as a beginning,” he said.
“This borehole must be maintained and protected so that future generations will continue to benefit from it.”
