The Bono Regional branch of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) has organized a training workshop for sachet water manufacturers in Sunyani, focusing on hygiene and safety in water production to safeguard public health.
The workshop highlighted the critical role of clean drinking water in preventing diseases and ensuring community well-being.
Speaking after the session, Bono Regional Manager of the GSA, Madam Xaviera Tawiah, referenced recent research indicating that contaminated drinking water remains a major cause of illnesses.
“Water processors must adhere to strict hygiene and safety standards to protect themselves and the communities they serve,” she told Adom News.
Participants expressed appreciation for the training and called for more such initiatives to enhance water production standards in the region.
However, they also raised concerns about challenges such as the rising cost of materials, which has led to discussions about increasing the price of sachet water.
The manufacturers appealed to the government for support in addressing inflation and other financial pressures affecting their operations.
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