SOCIAL

Dadiesoaba and Nkaseim Communities to Benefit from New Boreholes

The Asutifi South District Assembly has awarded a contract for the drilling and construction of eight manual boreholes with concrete platforms across selected communities in the district as part of efforts to improve access to safe and potable water.

Date Created : 11/18/2025 : Story Author : Afia Obeng Yeboah/ Ghanadistricts.com

The project is aimed at addressing persistent water shortages in underserved communities, particularly in the Dadiesoaba and Nkaseim areas, where many residents continue to rely on unprotected water sources for their daily domestic needs.


Funded through the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF), the intervention forms part of the Assembly's broader commitment to expanding access to essential social infrastructure and improving the living conditions of residents across the district.


The construction of the boreholes is expected to provide reliable sources of clean drinking water, reduce the incidence of waterborne diseases, and ease the burden on women and children who often travel long distances in search of water.


Assembly officials noted that improving access to potable water remains a key priority in the district's development agenda, as it contributes to better public health, enhanced sanitation, and overall socio-economic development.


The project is also expected to support government efforts to achieve universal access to safe drinking water by ensuring that more rural communities benefit from sustainable water supply systems.


Residents of the beneficiary communities have welcomed the initiative, expressing optimism that the new boreholes will significantly improve their quality of life and eliminate their dependence on unsafe water sources.


The Asutifi South District Assembly reaffirmed its commitment to implementing development projects that respond to the needs of communities and enhance access to essential services, including water, education, healthcare, and roads.