People of Kasoa, Central region expressed their worry on the shortage of water in their homes and work places. The situation has persisted for the last two weeks, impacting various areas such as Bluetop, Peace town, Nyanyano and Amanfrom.
Residents have not hesitated to voice their concerns, expressing their dissatisfaction with the prolong water shortage. A resident of Bluetop, Davina Sirleaf said “Managing our households has become extremely tough without a reliable water source. We are forced to rely on a stored water or purchase water from vendors at inflated prices.”
Similarly, Joshua Tetteh from Nyanyano said “Water is an essential need, the authorities should act promptly to resolve this problem. The current situation disrupts our daily routine and adds unnecessary stress.” The scarcity of water has not only affected the daily lives of the local population. This is to say, it has also cast a shadow on local businesses including developmental projects.
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Amina Muhammed who owns a shop near Peace town expressed her worries, “Customers are hesitant to visit my shop. This is due to the unavailability of water nearby and it has led to a drop in sales. It has an impact on my livelihood because I don’t get enough money to cater for all my needs.” The assemblyman of Kasoa, Kwaku Awuku, provided assurance to the residents that steps are being taken to address the matter.
Awuku affirmed, “We are collaborating closely with relevant agencies to pinpoint the underlying cause of this water shortage in Kasoa. Most importantly, we will implement necessary measures that will alleviate the situation.” He appealed to residents for patience while the authorities work diligently towards a prompt resolution.
As Kasoa continues to wrestle with this water scarcity, the affected residents remain hopeful that their voices will be heard. They need a sustainable solution that will bring relief to their parched community.
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BY: KERLYN WYMON