About Bekwia Amoamo
Amoamo is a rural community in the Bekwai Municipal District of the Ashanti Region of Ghana. The community faces serious challenges in accessing safe, clean drinking water—especially during the dry season. Many households rely on unprotected water sources such as rivers, streams, or dugouts, or must travel long distances to reach functional boreholes. This situation forces residents, including children, to spend significant time fetching water, affecting education and livelihoods. Livestock often share limited water sources, increasing health risks and posing sanitation concerns. The dispersed settlement pattern and limited infrastructure further exacerbate water scarcity.
Borehole Technical Specifications
- Borehole Depth: 100 metres (artesian borehole)
- Solar Power System:Direct PV Pump system with a total capacity of 2,000 W, consisting of:
- Solar panels (PV): 300 panels of 550 W each.
- Hybrid DC controller: 80–200 V, IP68 insulation, thermal class F, 2,000 W capacity, 0–17 A, with a float switch for water level control.
- Solar pump: 1,100 W (1.5 HP) pump, flow rate 10 litres per minute, head 70 metres (range 40–75 metres).
3. Water Tank: One metallic tank of 10 m³ capacity.
4. Tank Platform: Constructed from 8 inch diameter steel pipes, 17 feet high, for stability and durability.
5. Water Distribution Area: Equipped with six (6) taps for easy community access.
6. Livestock Watering Trough: Dedicated trough providing water for both humans and animals.
7. Protective Fencing: Wire mesh fence surrounding the tank, solar panels, and borehole area for safety and sustainability.
8. Water Quality Test: Conducted and approved by the Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) to meet national drinking water standards.
9. Lighting System: Six (6) solar floodlights installed around the borehole and water distribution area to provide illumination and security at night.
Expected Benefits:
- Provides safe drinking water for the Amoamo community, reducing reliance on unsafe or distant sources.
- Improves health outcomes for residents by reducing exposure to contaminated water and easing the burden of water fetching.
- Ensures water availability for livestock, thereby enhancing livelihoods and supporting local agricultural activities.
- Contributes to sustainable access to water and infrastructure resilience in the Amoamo community, improving social and economic well-being.