By Jibril Abdul Mumuni
Accra, May 9, GNA- PACKS Africa, a non-governmental organisation, has launched the EAUtonomy Project to strengthen Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) governance and improve service delivery across Ghana.
The initiative will focus on research, stakeholder engagement, and policy support to enhance access to safe water and sanitation.
Mr Divine Adongo, Project Lead, speaking at a stakeholder meeting in Accra, said the project would guide reforms and improve institutional performance in the WASH sector.
“The EAUtonomy Project is designed to make sure policies reflect the real needs and experiences of communities,” he said.
The meeting brought together key actors in the WASH sector to review and agree on research priorities and emphasised continuous engagement for accountability and commitment.
Mr Adongo explained that the project is part of a broader programme implemented across several African countries to address challenges in water access and sanitation while promoting inclusive and sustainable governance.
He said the project would involve multiple stakeholders, including government agencies, civil society, community leaders and development partners, to develop locally appropriate solutions.
The initiative will employ surveys, group discussions and consultations to identify gaps in service delivery and governance.
Mr Adongo said that the project would focus on gender issues, noting that women and girls are disproportionately affected by water and sanitation challenges.
“Women’s voices must be included in decision-making and policy development,” he added.
Mr Adongo also stated that the project would examine the impact of climate change on water resources and infrastructure and propose measures to enhance resilience.
“As part of implementation, the project will set up a national review committee made up of experts in water governance, gender, and climate change.
“The committee will help review findings and support engagement with policymakers,” he said.
GNA
Edited by Kenneth Sackey