Welcome to RAGA — The Rapid Assessment of Groundwater Availability Project

Amid the challenges posed by climate change, our initiative leverages artificial intelligence to predict and manage groundwater resources in Ghana and beyond. Here, you'll discover a pioneering, open-source framework designed not just to anticipate the availability of this vital resource but to empower communities, policymakers, and researchers with the knowledge to make informed decisions. Explore with us a future where water security is a reality for all. Join our journey towards sustainable water management and climate resilience. Welcome aboard!

Monitor Ground Water Availability  

About RAGA

Rapid Assessment of Groundwater Availability (The RAGA Project)

In the 21st century, climate change and variability present unparalleled human and environmental challenges, with sub-Saharan Africa—and particularly Ghana—facing critical vulnerabilities. The region's dependence on rainfed agriculture makes it acutely susceptible to changing weather patterns, impacting livelihoods and reversing decades of developmental progress. The scarcity of quality water leads to widespread adversity, including hunger, illness, poverty, and mortality. With the dwindling of freshwater sources due to decreased rainfall and pollution, the quest for sustainable water solutions has never been more urgent. Responding to this crisis, the Rapid Assessment of Groundwater Availability (RAGA) project harnesses the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to predict groundwater availability in Ghana. Our mission is twofold: to provide innovative water resource management solutions and contribute to the global fight against climate change.

Our Approach

RAGA's strategy encompasses the development of a comprehensive database incorporating spatio-temporal hydrological, geological, climatic, and groundwater data specific to Ghana. The project will leverage advanced AI algorithms and workflows to integrate diverse data sources for forecasting groundwater availability. Our web-based application serves as a tool for stakeholders and the general public, offering rapid assessments of groundwater prospectivity, yields, recharge and levels and facilitating informed decision-making for water resource management.

Impact and Vision

Our project is at the forefront of responsible AI innovation to foster climate resilience and sustainable development. RAGA will enhance the global presence of African research in AI policy and practice by contributing to a significant body of knowledge through research publications and policy briefs. We are committed to building the capacity of African innovators and researchers, offering training programs for graduate students and water practitioners. Ultimately, RAGA's work supports the achievement of critical development goals, including SDGs 1 (No Poverty), 2 (Zero Hunger), 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), and 13 (Climate Action), along with contributing to Agenda 2063, the Ghana National Water Policy, and the Africa Water Vision 2025. Together, we are paving the way for a future where water security is a reality for all, promoting resilience and prosperity in the face of climate change.

Our Funders

WASCAL
see more
RAINCA
see more
RUFORUM and AKADEMIYA 2063

ACADEMIA 2063

See more
Image

Join our Mailing list

Click on the link below to suscribe to our mail

Join!
1

Department of physics in collaboration with the RAGA projects presents a Colloquium on the RAGA project results..

Go to notifications to read more.