In the struggling farming community of Ofosu in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region, access to clean drinking water remains a daily battle — one that leaves children sick, farmers helpless, and mothers in despair.
Although Agro Crown West Africa Company Limited recently constructed a mechanised borehole in the town, residents say the intervention only serves a portion of the population. Hundreds still rely on a distant, muddy stream shared with livestock for water to cook, drink, and bathe.
“We appreciate the borehole AgroCrown gave us, but it serves only one part of the community,” said 62-year-old farmer Kosi Wotordzro. “The rest of us still drink with animals. We feel forgotten.”
Living in Isolation
Beyond the water crisis, residents also contend with dilapidated roads, a lack of electricity, and no health facilities. Pregnant women endure hours on motorbikes to access basic healthcare, while schoolchildren walk long distances barefoot to class. The rainy season often cuts off the community entirely.
“We are not asking for much — just water, roads, and a small clinic,” said resident Madam Dorcas Aliglo. “Are we not part of Ghana too?”
A Call for Support
While grateful for AgroCrown’s effort, community leaders are appealing to NGOs, government agencies, and faith-based organisations to extend further support.
“This is an SOS to the government and NGOs. Help us. Don’t let AgroCrown carry this burden alone,” pleaded Chief Tetteh Komla.
As many residents continue to fetch water from animal-infested streams, their plea echoes across the hills: “See us. Hear us. Help us.”
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