Abstract:Abstract. The construction of the Akosombo and Kpong dams in the Lower Volta River basin in Ghana changed the downstream riverine ecosystem and affected the
lives of downstream communities, particularly those who lost their
traditional livelihoods. In contrast to the costs borne by those in the
vicinity of the river, Ghana has enjoyed vast economic benefits from the
affordable hydropower, irrigation schemes and lake tourism that developed
after construction of the dams. Herein lies the challenge; there exists … Show more
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