The impacts of dams on local livelihoods: a study of the Bui Hydroelectric Project in Ghana

Peter Bilson Obour, Kwadwo Owusu, Edmond Akwasi Agyeman, Albert Ahenkan, Àngel Navarro Madrid

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Abstract

The construction of the Bui Dam was expected to boost socio-economic development in Ghana. This article examines the impacts of the project on the livelihoods of the local people. Data were collected using a mixed-research approach and a case-study design. The study finds that, while there have been significant improvements with respect to resettlement and compensation issues as compared to the earlier dam projects in Ghana, there are still some shortfalls. It is recommended that agriculture be improved by providing extension services and inputs to improve food security and the economic status of the local people.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)286-300
Number of pages15
JournalInternational Journal of Water Resources Development
Volume32
Issue number2
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 3 Mar 2016

Keywords

  • Bui
  • Ghana
  • dams
  • hydropower project
  • livelihood
  • social impacts

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