Description:
The Volta River Basin (VRB) is an important transboundary basin in West Africa. Its natural resources sustain the livelihoods of its population and contribute to economic development. This book provides a comprehensive, inter-disciplinary review and assessment of the issues and challenges faced.
Review Quotes:
"The diverse topics covered, contributed by leading researchers and senior policy makers in the basin, are presented with forward looking perspectives and recommendations on key strategies to inform planning and investment decisions at basin, national and regional levels to enhance food security, livelihoods, growth and sustainable management of natural resources. The book is essential for policy makers, development partners, students, researchers and those who work in public and non-governmental organizations to provide advice to farmers, as it will serve as a source of useful information and an important reference document." - From the Foreword by Hon. Dr Kwaku Agyemang Mensah, Minister of Water Resources, Works and Housing, Republic of Ghana