CBG hands over 26 boreholes to underserved communities

Consolidated Bank Ghana Ltd (CBG) has handed over 26 boreholes to various underserved areas across the country. 

The initiative is a part of the bank's contributions to achieving the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal Six, which aims to ensure the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.

The Managing Director of CBG, Daniel Wilson Addo, expressed satisfaction with the Bank’s ability to address a basic human right.

He emphasised that “access to clean water is not merely a convenience; it is vital for health”.

“Unfortunately, many still face the challenges and dangers of unsafe water sources.

This initiative reflects our commitment to changing that narrative.

I urge you all to take ownership of this critical resource and train local community members on its maintenance to create long-term positive impacts,” Mr Addo added.

Community leaders and members expressed gratitude for CBG's intervention, highlighting that reliable access to water will greatly improve their daily lives.

"Water is life. With access to clean water, our children will be healthier, and we will be able to focus more on education and business," stated a community chief during the handing-over ceremony. 

Access to water

Access to clean water is a fundamental human right to ensure improved health, education, and economic development.

However, many communities in Ghana still rely on unsafe water sources, which pose health risks and hinder potential growth and prosperity.

CBG, therefore, implemented sustainable solutions after engaging with the relevant communities to identify their needs as part of the broader corporate social responsibility strategy of the bank.

So far, the 26 boreholes have been constructed in communities across the Lambussie, Sissala East, Wa West, Techiman South, and the Oti Region, providing clean water to underserved areas and improving public health.

The communities include Nchumuru, Asempa Akura, Odeefo, Borae, Banda, Tanosim Ahyiayemu, Buligine, Karni Nyanbul, Kpare-Dakpoo, Gyirgan, Kadiligo, Zumara, Duu East, Wellembelle-Bidieboi, Kunchugu, Hakyagagand, Samoa-Lung and Balawa.

Initiative

The borehole initiative represents a significant step in CBG's commitment to enhancing the living conditions of those in need and promoting a more sustainable and equitable world.

The boreholes were strategically installed in the neediest communities, ensuring that thousands would benefit from reliable access to clean water.