Illegal mining causes severe water quality decline in Birim River
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What happened
Illegal mining activities have significantly raised the turbidity of the Birim River, deteriorating the raw water quality. This pollution has rendered treatment operations difficult at the Kibi Water Treatment Plant. The plant has remained shut since August 2026 due to the high turbidity, which reached 50,000 Nephelometric Turbidity Units.
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Why it matters
The high turbidity and water deterioration have severely affected the ability of the treatment plant to supply potable water to dependent communities. This prolonged disruption raises serious concerns about the sustainability of potable water supply in the area.
This event is part of an ongoing illegal mining crisis in Ghana that continues to destroy water bodies.
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Who's involved
- Birim RiverRiver in Ghana affected by pollution from illegal mining
- GhanaCountry where the Birim River is located
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Pollution crisis expands to include the Pra river alongside the Brim river.1 source
Mining pollution in the Birim River is deteriorating raw water quality.1 source
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The entities involved
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Birim River
river in Ghana
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