Ghana’s Water Shortage: GWCL Calls for Patience and Warns Against Water Theft

The Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) has urged residents affected by the ongoing water shortages to remain patient, assuring them that urgent measures are being taken to resolve the crisis.

The company acknowledged the hardships faced by communities in the affected areas and reassured the public that the situation would be addressed promptly.

Several regions, including Tamale, Bimbilla, Kasoa, and Ho, have been experiencing severe water shortages for weeks, disrupting daily life and affecting essential services.

In Ho, the situation has become particularly critical, putting immense strain on institutions like hospitals and prisons, which have been forced to find alternative sources of water to continue their operations.

Speaking to Channel One TV, GWCL Communications Manager Stanley Martey provided an update on the efforts to address the crisis.

He promised that water supply in Ho would stabilize within the next week, with the company working tirelessly to resolve the issue across all affected areas.

“We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused, but as we have stated, we are working around the clock to restore supply. By the end of the week, we expect the situation to improve within the municipality,” Martey said.

He reassured residents that significant steps were being taken, including the treatment of a spare water pump that would be on standby, with another expected to be installed by Thursday.

Mr. Martey emphasized that these pumps would serve as a short-term solution to ease the crisis. He also warned against the theft of water, which he said worsens the supply situation for other residents.

“We urge people to refrain from stealing water so that the limited supply can be distributed fairly.

This will ensure that as many residents as possible have access to water and can sustain themselves during this difficult period,” he advised.

As the GWCL continues to address the water shortages, residents are being asked to remain patient while the company works toward restoring normal water supply.

The company expressed its commitment to resolving the crisis as quickly as possible, ensuring that no area is left behind.