Parliamentary Committee on Sanitation and Water Resources conducts benchmarking visit to Rwanda led by MP for Salaga South
A delegation from Ghana’s Parliamentary Select Committee on Sanitation and Water Resources recently undertook a benchmarking visit to Rwanda to study effective water resource management and sanitation systems. The delegation was led by the MP for Salaga South, who doubles as a committee member, underscoring the commitment of parliamentary representatives to upgrading Ghana’s WASH standards.
During the visit, the delegation engaged with Rwandan authorities and local water management officials. They observed sanitation infrastructure, water treatment mechanisms, community water‐supply processes, and maintenance systems that Rwanda has implemented to ensure clean water and effective sanitation nationwide. The goal was to learn best practices that Ghana can adapt, especially for rural and underserved communities where water scarcity and poor sanitation remain critical challenges.
Back in Ghana, the MP for Salaga South emphasized that the trip was not a one-off exercise. He pledged that subsequent visits and stakeholder engagements will be planned to ensure that lessons learned are translated into concrete actions. He also assured constituents and the broader public that efforts will be made to secure funding and political support for projects that deliver safe water and reliable sanitation services.
The committee’s benchmarking visit reflects increased urgency among lawmakers to address recurring water supply problems facing parts of the country. Many communities continue to struggle with outdated infrastructure, irregular water delivery, and public health concerns linked to inadequate sanitation. By reviewing international models, the committee hopes to propose policy reforms, infrastructure upgrades and community-based solutions that improve water access and hygiene for Ghanaians.
Civil society groups and local leaders have welcomed the initiative. They describe it as a long-overdue step toward confronting systemic water and sanitation challenges. However, they stress the importance of accountability, transparency and continued follow-up to translate ideas into sustainable improvements.
As Ghana navigates the twin challenges of rapid population growth and environmental pressure, the parliamentary visit to Rwanda may mark a turning point in how the country approaches water resource management. The coming months will reveal whether the insights gained translate into effective reforms on the ground.
