GCB Bank PLC’s Operations Department has completed a water supply project for the Zongo CHIPS Compound in Dunkwa‑On‑Offin, Ghana. The initiative, part of the bank’s Staff Community Impact Programme (SCIP), sees employees deliver a reliable source of potable water to the health facility, which previously depended on an unreliable hand‑dug well.
SCIP, an employee‑led corporate social responsibility effort, mobilises more than 4,500 staff in 95 teams to implement community projects across Ghana. The Zongo CHIPS project is the 31st of 95 interventions, aiming to benefit roughly 4,000 residents directly and 3,000 indirectly by improving healthcare delivery and sanitation.
Operations Department Group 9, a 42‑member team, carried out stakeholder consultations and community engagement before designing the solution. They drilled a borehole, installed a water pump, concrete stand and a large poly tank for storage. The new system is expected to provide a sustainable, dependable supply of potable water, easing the burden on healthcare workers who previously had to source water for routine activities and patient care.
“Reliable access to water is essential for maintaining hygiene, supporting patient care and ensuring the smooth operation of healthcare facilities,” said Dominic Cobbinah, Head of Operations and project team member. “When we learned about the challenges facing the CHIPS Compound, we felt it was important to invest in a long‑term solution that would deliver lasting benefits to both healthcare workers and the communities they serve.”
Sadat Laminu, Head of Corporate Affairs at GCB Bank, highlighted SCIP’s role in empowering employees to identify pressing community needs. “SCIP empowers our employees to identify pressing challenges within their communities and develop practical solutions that create meaningful impact,” he said. “By contributing their time, expertise and resources, our people are helping to improve lives and strengthen community wellbeing in ways that complement GCB Bank’s broader commitment to sustainable social impact.”
The Zongo CHIPS management expressed appreciation for the new water infrastructure, noting it will ease a major operational challenge and improve access to safe water for patients and staff alike. A formal maintenance plan will be developed and agreed upon with stakeholders before the facility is officially handed over, ensuring long‑term sustainability of the borehole and associated equipment.
With this project, GCB Bank demonstrates its commitment to community development and health outcomes, reinforcing its role as a socially responsible institution in Ghana.
