The Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has called for a united national effort to tackle Accra’s recurring flooding, urging government institutions, traditional authorities, businesses and residents to work together to address the root causes of the perennial problem.
In a statement issued on July 1, 2026, the Ga Mantse and the Ga Traditional Council expressed concern over the persistent flooding in the capital and extended sympathies to families, traders, motorists and communities affected by the recent heavy rains.
The Council also commended the government’s ongoing response efforts, acknowledging the work of the Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), the Metropolitan Assemblies, the security services and emergency responders.
According to the statement, flooding in Accra should not be viewed solely as an engineering challenge but as a national issue that requires collective responsibility and long-term commitment.
“As custodians of the land, we emphasize that flooding in Accra is not solely an engineering challenge, but a matter that demands collective responsibility,” the statement said.
The Ga Traditional Council called for strict adherence to land-use regulations, improved sanitation practices, environmental stewardship and greater respect for natural waterways as part of measures to reduce flooding.
It also reaffirmed its support for sustainable interventions, including protecting drainage systems, preventing unlawful development on waterways, promoting community-led sanitation initiatives, strengthening public education and enhancing collaboration among government agencies, district assemblies, traditional authorities, faith-based organisations, businesses, youth groups and residents.
The Council further pledged to use its traditional authority and community structures to promote behavioural change, civic responsibility and greater public participation in efforts to safeguard lives and property.
While acknowledging that seasonal rains are inevitable, the statement expressed confidence that stronger enforcement of regulations, strategic planning, disciplined action and national unity could significantly reduce the impact of flooding and prevent future devastation.
The statement was issued on behalf of the Ga Mantse by the Registrar of the Ga Traditional Council, Evelyn Amewotse.
Accra has experienced repeated flooding over the years, with heavy rainfall often leading to loss of lives, destruction of property and disruption of economic activities.
Authorities continue to urge residents to avoid building on waterways, improve waste disposal practices and comply with planning regulations as part of broader efforts to build a more flood-resilient capital.
Source: www.kumasimail.com
