Biwater Commences The Development Phase For The Tamale Water Supply Scheme In Ghana

Biwater has commenced the Development Works for the Tamale Water Supply Scheme, a key step towards increasing the delivery of drinking water to the people in the Northern Region of Ghana.

In 2019, Biwater signed a $272M contract with the Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) who represent the Ministry of Sanitation and Water, and the Government of the Republic of Ghana, to construct and expand the water supply infrastructure in Tamale. The project’s Development Works will include geotechnical and topographical surveys, environmental and social impact assessments, and detailed designs for the water treatment plant process structures.

John Terry, Biwater’s Contract Manager for Africa, said, “Biwater is on-track to deliver this important phase of the project, and we are pleased to be working with the Ghana Water Company Limited to provide increased potable water supplies for the residents of the Northern Region.”

The scope of works for this scheme includes the design, construction and commissioning of a new 135,000 m³ /per day water treatment plant at Yapei, with pumps and transmission pipelines, reservoirs, pumping stations, new district Revenue Offices, staff accommodation, dedicated power lines, and the implementation of a water asset management programme.

In addition to this, at the request of GWCL, Biwater is currently scoping the works required to provide potable water to Damongo and its environs together with the communities along the route of the treated water pipeline. This will expand the water distribution network from the Yapei water treatment plant thereby allowing GWCL to serve new consumers with a supply of potable water.

About Biwater:
Biwater provides large-scale water and wastewater solutions for clients across the world. Since its inception in 1968, Biwater have gained recognition for innovative approaches aimed at overcoming the world’s most pressing water-related challenges. Throughout its history, the company has grown to meet the demands of many water-stressed countries and their burgeoning populations. It has a successful record of accomplishment, having completed over 25,000 projects in over 90 countries – financing, consulting, process engineering, designing, constructing, operating, maintaining and owning water facilities – in both rural and urban environments.

Africa:
Biwater, through its Group and acquired companies, have been involved in over 300 water infrastructure and construction projects within the African continent over a period of 80 years, with the first regional project being recorded in Egypt in 1932. Since this time, Biwater have been bringing the benefits of water infrastructure solutions and project finance to countries right across Africa, gaining an unparalleled track record. For more information, visit biwater.com.