Ghana Boundary Commission provides mechanised borehole for Agatuse community

The Ghana Boundary Commission (GhBC) has inaugurated a mechanized borehole in the Agatuse community, located in the Bawku West District of the Upper East Region. This initiative aims to enhance access to clean water and foster peace and stability within the border community.

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The Ghana Boundary Commission is interested in the livelihoods of border residents, as they constitute one of our key stakeholders.

The project received funding from the International Organisation for Migration's (IOM) Integrated Border Stability Mechanism and was part of the 2026 African Border Day celebrations. John Tsotorvor, Director of Research at the GhBC, emphasized that reliable water resources are crucial for peacebuilding and human security in border areas. He stated the intervention would improve living conditions and strengthen coexistence among residents who rely on limited natural resources.

Tsotorvor highlighted that border residents are key stakeholders for the commission, and social intervention projects in deprived border communities are a strategic priority. "The Ghana Boundary Commission is interested in the livelihoods of border residents, as they constitute one of our key stakeholders," he said. The sixth strategic objective of the commission focuses on social intervention initiatives in deprived border communities.

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The sixth strategic objective of the commission focuses on social intervention initiatives in deprived border communities.

James Ayamwego, District Chief Executive for Bawku West, commended the GhBC and IOM for the timely and life-saving intervention. He acknowledged that water scarcity negatively impacts livelihoods, sanitation, and community relations in many border areas. Daniel Tagoe, National Planning Officer for the IOM, underscored the importance of basic amenities like water in conflict prevention and fostering unity. He expressed confidence that the borehole would serve as a catalyst for cooperation and development in Agatuse.

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He said water scarcity continued to affect livelihoods, sanitation and harmonious relations in many border communities and expressed optimism that the borehole would help address those challenges.

In addition to the borehole, the commission donated 500 exercise books to Agatuse Primary and Junior High School and organized health screenings for over 500 residents and pupils. The commission also conducted educational sessions on its mandate and the importance of safeguarding Ghana’s territorial sovereignty. A similar borehole is planned for the Nakolo community.

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He expressed confidence that the borehole would serve as a source of cooperation and development for the people of Agatuse.