Accra, Ghana – November 19, 2024 – The Coalition of NGOs in Water and Sanitation (CONIWAS) joins the global community in celebrating World Toilet Day, underscoring the importance of safe, accessible sanitation for health, dignity, and societal stability. It’s also an international day set aside to remind everyone about the millions of people globally who […]

The 35th edition of the MOLE Conference on Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) opened on Monday, October 7, at the Volta Serene Hotel in Ho, bringing together key stakeholders to discuss strategies and challenges in achieving sustainable access to water and sanitation in Ghana. Present at the opening ceremony were Lydia Eyram Alhassan, Minister for […]

The Coalition of NGOs in Water and Sanitation (CONIWAS) expresses deep concern over the increasing devastation caused by illegal mining (Galamsey) in Ghana. This unchecked exploitation threatens water bodies, public health, and livelihoods, especially in vulnerable communities, undermining sustainable development efforts and endangering millions who rely on clean water and a healthy environment. While small-scale […]

On August 28, 2024, Ghana signed a Presidential Compact on Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH), elevating WASH initiatives to a top priority. The compact seeks to; provide strong leadership for optimal WASH outcomes in Ghana, strengthen institutions and partnerships for resilient WASH systems, overcome inertia to accelerate progress on SDG-6 and related SDGs and renew […]

The Coalition of NGOs in Water and Sanitation (CONIWAS) held a strategic meeting with the Minister for Sanitation and Water Resources to formerly engage her since her assumption into her office. The meeting was held to discuss collaborative efforts and key initiatives aimed at improving water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services in Ghana   The […]

Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) is a critical social issue that is gaining global attention, aiming to make menstruation a comfortable and dignified experience for adolescent girls and women. Recognizing the importance of this issue, May 28th has been designated as Menstrual Hygiene Day, celebrated worldwide to foster discussions and improvements in menstrual health. This year’s […]