Kwesimintsim: Pupils and teachers of Freeman Methodist Primary School A at Saw Mill, a suburb of Kwesimintsim in the Effia-Kwesimintsim Municipality, now have access to a reliable source of clean drinking water following the commissioning and handover of a borehole by Jammie Tart Appiah-Kubi and her partners from Caring Hands, a charitable organisation based in the United States.
According to Ghana Web, the intervention is expected to significantly improve access to safe drinking water for hundreds of pupils, teachers, and community members while reducing the health risks associated with unsafe water sources. Speaking at the handover ceremony, Jammie Tart Appiah-Kubi emphasized Caring Hands' commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable communities through practical and sustainable interventions.
"At Caring Hands, we believe every child deserves access to clean and safe drinking water. Water is life, and no child should have to worry about where the next drink of water will come from before concentrating in the classroom. We are honoured to partner with this community and hope this borehole will serve generations of pupils and residents," she said. She further encouraged the school authorities and the community to cultivate a strong maintenance culture to ensure the facility remains functional for many years, urging them to protect, maintain, and use it responsibly.
Gorge Abekah, the headteacher of Freeman Methodist Primary School A, expressed gratitude on behalf of the staff and pupils, describing the donation as a turning point for the school. He noted that access to potable water had been a significant challenge for many years. "This borehole has brought lasting relief to our school. Our pupils can now focus on their studies without worrying about where to fetch water. We are deeply grateful to Jammie Tart Appiah-Kubi and her partners for this remarkable act of generosity," Abekah stated. He also highlighted that the availability of clean water would greatly improve sanitation, hygiene, and the overall learning environment.
Benjamin Kwofie, a representative of the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA), commended the donors for responding to a critical need. He remarked, "This is one of the most meaningful gifts any institution can receive. Beyond providing drinking water, this project will improve the health and well-being of our children and reduce the financial burden on many parents."
Community leaders at Saw Mill welcomed the intervention, describing it as a life-changing investment for the area. The Assembly Member for the electoral area praised Caring Hands for extending its support beyond borders. "Development is achieved through partnerships, and today's donation demonstrates what can happen when people who care decide to give back to society. This borehole will benefit not only the school but the entire Saw Mill community. We sincerely appreciate Jammie Tart Appiah-Kubi and her partners for remembering us."
Some pupils expressed their excitement after the commissioning of the facility. Benedicta Yeboah, a Primary 6 pupil, speaking on behalf of her colleagues, expressed happiness and promised to take good care of the borehole, using the water wisely. "We thank our donors for thinking about us," she said.
The commissioning of the borehole underscores the critical role that partnerships between local communities and international charitable organisations continue to play in addressing basic social needs. The project is expected to improve access to safe water, promote better hygiene practices, and contribute to a healthier teaching and learning environment for Freeman Methodist Primary School A and the surrounding Saw Mill community.