{"id":234646,"date":"2024-10-18T06:26:58","date_gmt":"2024-10-18T06:26:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/10\/18\/miif-umat-team-up-to-clean-waterways\/"},"modified":"2024-10-18T06:26:58","modified_gmt":"2024-10-18T06:26:58","slug":"miif-umat-team-up-to-clean-waterways","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/10\/18\/miif-umat-team-up-to-clean-waterways\/","title":{"rendered":"MIIF, UMaT team up to clean waterways"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div style=\"-webkit-user-select: none; -webkit-touch-callout: none; -moz-user-select: none; -ms-user-select: none; user-select: none;\">\n<p id=\"article-123\">In a groundbreaking move to combat the devastating effects of illegal mining popularly known locally as \u2018galamsey\u2019, on the nation\u2019s vital water resources, the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) and University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) are set to officially launch \u2018Operation Clean the Water Bodies\u2019.<\/p>\n<p>This innovative partnership leverages advanced technology to directly address the environmental damage caused by unauthorised mining activities, with early pilot results showing remarkable improvements in key river systems.<\/p>\n<p>The pilot phase of this ambitious initiative has already demonstrated significant success in two heavily impacted waterways: the River Pra and River Bromo.<\/p>\n<p>These initial outcomes mark the beginning of a national campaign aimed at reclaiming and restoring Ghana\u2019s contaminated water bodies. In the Beposo section of the River Pra, turbidity levels plummeted from 3,000 Nephelometric Turbidity units (NTU) to a mere 0.5 NTU, while Total Suspended Solids (TSS) decreased from 450 milligrams per litre (mg\/L) to 25 mg\/L. Perhaps most notably, lead contamination dropped from 0.51 mg\/L to 0.01 mg\/L \u2013 well below World Health Organisation standards.<\/p>\n<p>Similarly impressive results were observed in the Nkroful section of the River Bromo. Turbidity decreased from 2,390 NTU to 13 NTU and total suspended solids were reduced from 13,400 parts per million (ppm) to less than 0.1 ppm.<\/p>\n<p>The water\u2019s apparent colour also saw a dramatic improvement, changing from 79,738 ppm to 253 ppm. These outcomes not only highlight the initiative\u2019s effectiveness but also provide a promising framework for expanding \u2018Operation Clean the Water Bodies\u2019 across the nation, ensuring cleaner water for communities and ecosystems affected by galamsey.<\/p>\n<p>Professor Richard K. Amankwah, Vice Chancellor-UMaT and Deputy Chairman of the project steering team, expressed his enthusiasm about the results, stating:\u201dThe use of eco-friendly solutions has delivered exceptional outcomes. <\/p>\n<p>This collaboration with MIIF marks a key engineering milestone in our mission to restore Ghana\u2019s rivers and ensure their sustainability for future generations\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng, CEO-MIIF, emphasised the project\u2019s significance for the nation\u2019s well-being and economic prospects. \u201cClean water is vital to Ghana\u2019s health and prosperity,\u201d he remarked.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMIIF is proud to be part of this initiative, which aligns with the Fund\u2019s commitment to environmental responsibility and long-term sustainable growth. The long-term success of this operation however hinges on a complete stop of illegal mining in our waterbodies,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<p>Professor Douglas Boateng, Chairman-MIIF and interim Chairman of \u2018Operation Clean the Water Bodies\u2019, highlighted the urgent need for collective action in addressing this environmental crisis.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe created this problem, and only through collective effort can we fix it. The damage is vast, but with focused engineering initiatives, we can restore our rivers and prevent further harm. <\/p>\n<p>&#8220;This initiative is not only about cleaning our water bodies but also about empowering communities to take ownership of their environmental stewardship. Together, we can build a future where our natural resources are preserved and cherished,\u201d Prof. Boateng explained.<\/p>\n<p>The professor concluded by stressing the importance of collaboration among all stakeholders: \u201cSuccess in this endeavour will require cooperation among all stakeholders, including local communities, government agencies, and civil society. We must unite to reclaim our rivers and secure a healthier environment for generations to come.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>This partnership between MIIF and UMaT, West Africa\u2019s leading mining university, marks a critical turning point in Ghana\u2019s battle against galamsey pollution. It offers a long-term, sustainable solution to one of the country\u2019s most pressing environmental challenges.<\/p>\n<p>However, the ongoing success of \u2018Operation Clean the Water Bodies\u2019 ultimately depends on completely halting illegal mining activities in and around Ghana\u2019s water bodies, underscoring the need for continued vigilance and enforcement alongside these restoration efforts, he added.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a groundbreaking move to combat the devastating effects of illegal mining popularly known locally as \u2018galamsey\u2019, on the nation\u2019s vital water resources, the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) and University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) are set to officially launch \u2018Operation Clean the Water Bodies\u2019. 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