Young Ghanaian author and social impact advocate Gido Napogbong is using proceeds from his book to help address water insecurity in an underserved community in the Bono East Region.
Driven by a desire to improve living conditions, Gido is leading the Nyaabea Water Project, an initiative focused on providing safe and reliable drinking water to residents of Nyaabea in the Kintampo Municipality.
According to him, the project was inspired by the difficult conditions residents face in accessing clean water.
“My drive is to end the struggle for unsafe and inaccessible water in Nyaabea by providing a reliable, clean water source that protects health through a borehole,” he said.
For years, residents, especially women and children, have relied on unreliable and contaminated water sources. The situation has exposed many people to waterborne diseases while forcing residents to spend long hours searching for water.
Gido said his first visit to the community left a lasting impression on him.
“Until I walked to the water source, I couldn’t believe this was actually what they offered me to drink during my first visit,” he recounted.
To address the challenge, the Nyaabea Water Project plans to construct a mechanised borehole system that will provide a sustainable supply of clean water to the community.
The intervention is expected to improve public health, reduce the burden of water collection, and improve the overall quality of life for residents.
The project is projected to directly benefit about 2,000 residents, including nearly 800 women who are primary water collectors, 500 children vulnerable to water-related diseases, and about 300 men and youth.
As the author of The Process, Gido said proceeds from sales are being invested into the water project. “Proceeds from the book are directly invested into the Nyaabea Water Project to support borehole drilling, installation of pumping systems, and water storage and distribution,” he explained.
He disclosed that the book has so far generated about GHS 6,000, reflecting growing support for the initiative.
Beyond raising funds, the book is also being used to create awareness about water challenges in underserved communities and encourage support for sustainable solutions.
“Achieving the goals of the Nyaabea Water Project requires collective effort. Individuals, organisations, and partners can support through donations, purchasing and promoting the book, as well as partnerships and sponsorships,” he appealed.
The initiative highlights how youth-led efforts can help tackle development challenges and improve access to clean water in vulnerable communities.
