The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) is set to launch a Pilot Water Cleaning Exercise on the Birim River at Adiukrom in the Asiakwa Area today, Tuesday, 24th February 2026, at 8:00 a.m.
The initiative, as outlined in a statement issued by the Authority, forms part of ongoing national efforts to combat the escalating pollution of water bodies, particularly resulting from illegal mining activities.
This pilot intervention aims to demonstrate practical, scientifically guided methods for restoring degraded river systems and strengthening long-term water resource management.
The exercise is being undertaken in collaboration with key national institutions, including the Ghana Water Company Limited, the Water Resources Commission, the Water Research Institute of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission, the Ghana Standards Authority, SciencePlus, and Eillish Solutions.
The statement added “Illegal mining has significantly impacted water quality, aquatic ecosystems, and access to safe drinking water. The EPA remains committed to safeguarding Ghana’s water resources through coordinated, science-based interventions and stakeholder partnerships.
Members of the public and all interested stakeholders are invited to attend and observe this important initiative.”
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
