GrowthAid Ghana is a non-profit development organization dedicated to expanding access to safe water, improved sanitation, hygiene, and public health services across Ghana. Since our founding in 2002, we have worked in close partnership with communities, local authorities, and national stakeholders to address some of the country’s most pressing health and development challenges.
We operate at the intersection of WASH, health system strengthening, and social equity bridging infrastructure with behavior change, service delivery with policy advocacy, and humanitarian support with long-term development.
Ghana, a country of over 33 million people, continues to face critical challenges in water, sanitation, and public health particularly in its northern and rural regions. Despite progress, millions still lack access to basic and safely managed WASH services, especially in schools, healthcare facilities, and hard-to-reach communities. These gaps contribute to persistent health risks, increased school absenteeism, and preventable disease transmission.
The burden of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) remains high in the northern and coastal belts, with women, children, and people living in poverty disproportionately affected. Inadequate WASH infrastructure, poor hygiene practices, and weak health systems deepen the cycle of disease and marginalization.
At GrowthAid Ghana, we view these intersecting challenges not as obstacles, but as a clear call to action. Through gender-responsive, climate-resilient, and community-led WASH, health, and livelihood interventions, we are committed to transforming lives, from vulnerability to resilience, and from exclusion to dignity.
Population (2024 est.)
Refugee Population
Live below national poverty line
Rural Access to Safe Water
Urban Access to Safe Water
Rural Access to Improved Sanitation
Urban Access to Improved Sanitation
Health Facilities Lacking Basic Water
Schools with Basic WASH Services
Access to clean water and dignified sanitation remains a daily struggle for many households in Ghana, especially in rural districts and coastal communities. Our WASH programs deliver inclusive, climate-resilient solutions designed to meet the needs of all: women, children, persons with disabilities, and the elderly.
Access to clean water and dignified sanitation remains a daily struggle for many households in Ghana, especially in rural districts and coastal communities. Our WASH programs deliver inclusive, climate-resilient solutions designed to meet the needs of all: women, children, persons with disabilities, and the elderly.
We work alongside the Ministry of Health to eliminate Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), integrating WASH interventions with mass drug administration, health education, and community mobilization. Our approach targets endemic regions and emphasizes inclusion, behaviour change, and capacity building.
We work alongside the Ministry of Health to eliminate Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), integrating WASH interventions with mass drug administration, health education, and community mobilization. Our approach targets endemic regions and emphasizes inclusion, behaviour change, and capacity building.
We enhance resilience by integrating income-generating pathways—especially for women and youth—into our programs. By combining vocational training, WASH-informed enterprise development, and nutrition-sensitive agriculture, we help communities improve livelihoods while securing essential needs. This mirrors successful models like equipment provision for women and youth
We enhance resilience by integrating income-generating pathways—especially for women and youth—into our programs. By combining vocational training, WASH-informed enterprise development, and nutrition-sensitive agriculture, we help communities improve livelihoods while securing essential needs. This mirrors successful models like equipment provision for women and youth
We advocate for inclusive systems by engaging local and national stakeholders across WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), health, and nutrition policy. Our community-led advocacy amplifies the voices of underserved communities and aligns with Ghana’s national effort to eliminate NTDs—guided by the Ghana NTD Master Plan (2021–2025) and the NTD Sustainability Roadmap (2022–2026)—which supports integrated, sustainable, and health system–embedded interventions to eliminate these diseases by 2030.
We advocate for inclusive systems by engaging local and national stakeholders across WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), health, and nutrition policy. Our community-led advocacy amplifies the voices of underserved communities and aligns with Ghana’s national effort to eliminate NTDs—guided by the Ghana NTD Master Plan (2021–2025) and the NTD Sustainability Roadmap (2022–2026)—which supports integrated, sustainable, and health system–embedded interventions to eliminate these diseases by 2030.
In times of crisis, we provide dignified support to refugees, displaced persons, and disaster-affected communities. Our interventions span emergency WASH, health services and NTD outreach, livelihood recovery, and nutrition support—delivered in alignment with Ghana’s National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) protocols, the National Disaster Management Plan, and the Ghana Refugee Board’s response frameworks, while contributing to global commitments under the Sustainable Development Goals and WHO’s NTD roadmap.
In times of crisis, we provide dignified support to refugees, displaced persons, and disaster-affected communities. Our interventions span emergency WASH, health services and NTD outreach, livelihood recovery, and nutrition support—delivered in alignment with Ghana’s National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) protocols, the National Disaster Management Plan, and the Ghana Refugee Board’s response frameworks, while contributing to global commitments under the Sustainable Development Goals and WHO’s NTD roadmap.
We deliver inclusive, climate-resilient WASH solutions in Ghana, focusing on the needs of vulnerable populations . Adhering to national and WHO standards, we treat and monitor water quality . Our SWE program empowers households to test, treat, and safely store water. We engage communities in planning, implementation, and maintenance of WASH interventions . We promote hygiene through education and campaigns . Sustainable sanitation solutions, like accessible latrines, are prioritized . Collaboration with government and partners ensures effective WASH systems . Continuous monitoring and evaluation inform our strategies .
Our NTD elimination strategy aligns with the Ministry of Health and WHO’s NTD Roadmap, aiming for control by 2030 . It integrates WASH via eco-friendly infrastructure such as boreholes and gender inclusive laterines and hygiene promotion to cut transmission risks . Our health education uses tailored materials in schools and radio to reach at-risk groups. Community mobilization employs local committees, drawing from Ghana’s CHPS model. Endemic regions are targeted with mapping. Inclusion, behavior change, and capacity building ensure equity . Monitoring ensures long-term impact . Challenges remain, including volunteer motivation and resource gaps . The strategy prioritizes integrated approaches and local ownership . Ghana has eliminated trachoma and guinea worm, demonstrating progress .
Our approach enhances community resilience in Ghana by integrating income-generating pathways for women and youth . We provide vocational training in fields like dressmaking, hairdressing and Soap making, along with resources and mentorship . We integrate WASH principles into enterprise development, supporting businesses that promote hygiene. Nutrition-sensitive agriculture is promoted through the production of nutrient-rich crops and waste reduction strategies. We prioritize women and youth, ensuring access to decent work and financial services. Collaboration with local entities and alignment with SDGs are key. Continuous monitoring and evaluation inform our strategies for effective and sustainable community-driven programs .
We advocate for inclusive systems by engaging stakeholders in WASH, health, and nutrition policies. Our community-led initiatives amplify the voices of underserved populations, aligning with Ghana’s NTD elimination efforts. Guided by the Ghana NTD Master Plan (2021–2025) and the NTD Sustainability Roadmap (2022–2026), we support integrated and sustainable interventions. Our goal is to eliminate NTDs by 2030, in line with WHO guidelines. We collaborate with government, civil society, and international partners to ensure evidence-based policies. This approach addresses the needs of vulnerable communities through decentralized strategies. Continuous engagement fosters effective implementation of health initiatives. Ultimately, we aim for a comprehensive and resilient health system.
In times of crisis, we provide dignified support to refugees, displaced persons, and disaster-affected communities. Our interventions span emergency WASH, health services and NTD outreach, livelihood recovery, and nutrition support—delivered in alignment with Ghana’s National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) protocols, the National Disaster Management Plan, and the Ghana Refugee Board’s response frameworks, while contributing to global commitments under the Sustainable Development Goals and WHO’s NTD roadmap.
Our SWE Approach boosts local capacity and reduces waterborne diseases, making clean water a sustainable reality for thousands.
We champion gender-responsive and sustainable sanitation that upholds dignity:
We construct and upgrade sanitation facilities in schools and healthcare centers, ensuring they are gender-sensitive (with menstrual hygiene rooms), inclusive (with disability-friendly access), and equipped with reliable handwashing stations—aligned with approaches used by UNICEF and WaterAid
We go beyond building toilets by establishing systems for long-term functionality and maintenance. This includes training school committees, setting up facility management plans, and engaging local governments to ensure sustained operation
At the community level, we drive the uptake of improved toilets through sanitation marketing and behavior change campaigns, while strengthening local entrepreneurs and supply chains to provide affordable, durable solutions
Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI): Ensuring that women, children, the elderly, and people with disabilities are fully considered in design and delivery.
Climate Resilience: Adapting infrastructure and practices to withstand droughts, floods, and shifting environmental conditions.
Sustainability and Systems Strengthening: Empowering local actors and institutions to manage WASH services for the long term.
Founder & CEO
Regional Support Officer
Finance & Administration Manager
Programs Officer
Admin & Finance Officer
Admin & Finance Officer
Logistics Officer
Administrative Assistant
Bridging the Gap in Ghana’s Hard-to-Reach Regions
Reaching Ghana’s Most Underserved Regions
GrowthAid Ghana operates across the country’s most WASH-deprived and health-vulnerable regions. Our work is concentrated in areas with high disease burdens, fragile health systems, low access to safe water and sanitation, and populations of displaced people
GrowthAid Head Office Off DEVTRACO Courts Road Digital Address: GN-0489-5668 Community 25, Tema