As part of Ghana's Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Week celebrations, key players in the have organised a special event aimed at solving one of Ghana’s biggest challenges – access to clean and safe water.
The event, themed, “Expanding Access through Innovation: Israeli Water-Tech for Ghana’s WASH Sector,” was organized by the Economic and Trade Mission of Israel to Ghana, in partnership with CONIWAS and with support from the Israel Export Institute.
The gathering focused on practical, proven solutions to improve WASH outcomes across Ghana. Five Israeli companies presented field-tested water technologies that have already made a difference elsewhere and could help address Ghana’s water needs.
Speakers at the event emphasized the power of collaboration, stressing that real change happens when governments, NGOs, communities, and the private sector work together.
Israel is known worldwide for turning water scarcity into water security using innovation and resilience. By combining this expertise with Ghana’s local insight and commitment, organizers believe the two countries can move closer to achieving safe, reliable water access for all
The event ended on a hopeful note, with calls to build strong partnerships that lead to real, lasting change in Ghana’s WASH sector.
Background
The WASH Project in Ghana focuses on improving access to clean water, proper sanitation, and good hygiene practices to support public health and development. Many communities still struggle with water and sanitation challenges, but efforts from the government, NGOs, and partners like Israel are helping to change this. Through initiatives like Ghana WASH Week, practical and innovative solutions such as Israeli water technology are being introduced to ensure safe and sustainable water access for all.