The Government of Ghana has intensified efforts to address the impact of flooding in Accra, Tema and surrounding areas following days of heavy rainfall that have disrupted homes, businesses and public infrastructure.
The Minister for Works, Housing and Water Resources, Hon. Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, said the government is working with relevant agencies and stakeholders to provide immediate relief and implement measures to reduce the risk of future flooding.
In a statement issued on Monday, June 29, 2026, the Minister said he joined President John Dramani Mahama and members of the Anti-Flood Task Force on an assessment tour of affected communities to evaluate the extent of the damage and identify possible solutions.
According to the statement, sustained heavy rains since June 27 have caused widespread flooding, particularly in low-lying areas, affecting households, businesses and public facilities while disrupting economic and social activities.
The government expressed sympathy to individuals, families and communities affected by the floods, assuring victims of continued support towards relief, recovery and reconstruction efforts.
The Ministry attributed the recurring flooding challenges to a combination of factors, including extreme weather patterns, rapid urbanisation, pressure on drainage infrastructure, encroachment on waterways, improper waste disposal and non-compliance with planning regulations.
The Ministry said it is collaborating with the Ghana Hydrological Authority, the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council, Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs), security agencies and other stakeholders to implement emergency response measures.
The interventions include deploying emergency response teams, providing evacuation support where necessary, assessing damaged infrastructure and clearing drainage systems in flood-prone areas.
The government also announced plans to undertake extensive desilting and excavation of major drains and waterways affected by the heavy rains, alongside broader measures such as expanding drainage infrastructure, strengthening early warning systems and restoring wetlands and natural water retention areas.
Meanwhile, the Ministry has urged residents, especially those living near rivers, lagoons, drains and flood-prone locations, to prioritise safety by following flood safety guidelines, moving to higher ground when necessary and keeping children away from affected areas.
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has also urged businesses and taxpayers to take precautions as heavy rains continue to affect parts of Accra and other areas.
The Authority acknowledged that severe weather conditions could disrupt transportation, delay the movement of goods, affect business operations and create additional pressure on companies.
However, the GRA assured the business community that measures have been put in place to maintain essential services at ports, border posts and Taxpayer Service Centres across the country.
The Authority encouraged businesses to plan ahead, make use of digital services where possible and prioritise the safety of employees during the period.
The government called on citizens to support flood prevention efforts by avoiding dumping waste into drains, refraining from building on waterways and complying with environmental and planning regulations.
It said collective responsibility and adherence to safety measures are critical to reducing the impact of flooding and building more resilient communities.
