Water is more than a resource; it is a lifetime asset and a right to the people of Ghana. As such, there is a need to conserve it with the right innovations and increase awareness.
To address these growing challenges in stormwater and wastewater management, Pureco Africa, in collaboration with the Hungarian Embassy in Ghana, hosted its maiden industry workshop. The event, held at the Hungarian Embassy, brought together industry stakeholders, experts, and policymakers to discuss sustainable solutions for water and wastewater management, with a focus on innovation and technology.
The event commenced with a keynote speech by H.E. Tamás Fehér, Hungarian Ambassador to Ghana. In his speech, he highlighted that “Water is the foundation of life, development, and prosperity. It is no coincidence that nations with well-managed water resources thrive in economic growth, public health, and environmental sustainability. Ghana, a country experiencing rapid urbanization and industrialization, faces increasing challenges in stormwater and wastewater management—challenges that demand innovative and sustainable solutions. This is where Pureco Africa’s contribution becomes so important.”
It also featured presentations of innovative solutions on stormwater management, wastewater management, and drinking water provision and treatment for rural communities employing point-of-use (PoU) technology.
Presentations were followed by a panel discussion featuring Mr. Bálint Horváth, CEO of Pureco Group, Mr Delali Aklika (Special Projects Lead for Pureco Africa), Mr. István Sulyok (Project Manager for Pureco projects in Africa) and Ing. Pascal Annor (Head of Engineering at Sewerage Systems Ghana Limited).
The Q&A session, moderated by the General Manager for Pureco Africa, Mr. Richmond Aguiar, was interactive, insightful and informative, with delegates representing relevant companies in the water industry such as Volta River Authority, Ghana Hydrological Authority, Environmental Protection Authority, CONIWAS, academia, real estate among others.
Business-to-business sessions were held afterwards to give workshop delegates and panellists the opportunity for further and deeper engagement.
Pureco Africa's maiden workshop marked a significant step toward addressing Ghana's water challenges through innovation and collaboration. By bringing together industry leaders and stakeholders, the event showcased the potential of technology-driven solutions to secure sustainable water management in the country.
Stay tuned for more updates from Pureco Africa as they continue their journey to transform water management in Ghana and beyond.
