Vol. 2006 No. 1 (2006)

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NGOs' Role in Adopting and Sustaining Clean Water Technologies in Off-Grid Ghana Villages

Abena Agyeman, Department of Advanced Studies, Food Research Institute (FRI) Achamfu Adobea, Department of Research, Food Research Institute (FRI) Amoako Ameyaw, Department of Research, University of Cape Coast Atuahene Aggrey, University of Cape Coast
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18832743
Published: June 23, 2006

Abstract

NGOs have played a significant role in facilitating access to clean water technologies for off-grid villages in Ghana. A mixed methods study combining survey data from NGO staff and interviews with community members to explore factors influencing technology uptake and long-term maintenance. Findings indicate that while initial adoption rates were high (85%), sustainability challenges include limited funding for ongoing operations, leading to a gradual decline in service availability over time. Despite the challenges, NGOs continue to be pivotal actors in promoting access to clean water technologies in off-grid communities. NGOs should prioritise sustainable financing mechanisms and community engagement strategies to enhance long-term technology efficacy.

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Abena Agyeman, Achamfu Adobea, Amoako Ameyaw, Atuahene Aggrey (2006). NGOs' Role in Adopting and Sustaining Clean Water Technologies in Off-Grid Ghana Villages. African Developmental Psychology, Vol. 2006 No. 1 (2006). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18832743

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GeographicSub-SaharanAnthropologyCommunity EngagementEvaluation DesignParticipatory Action ResearchEthnography

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