Water crisis hits parts of Accra over technical fault at Weija plant

Parts of western Accra are experiencing water supply interruptions following technical challenges at the Weija Water Treatment Plant.

In a statement issued on May 13, 2026, Ghana Water Limited said the fault had affected water production and distribution to several communities, according to a report by adomonline.com.

The affected areas include Dansoman, Mamprobi, Mataheko, Laterbiokorshie, Korle-Bu, Lapaz, MacCarthy Hill, Gbawe, Mallam, Tesano, Darkuman, North Kaneshie, Dome, Achimota, Anyaa, Ablekuma, and nearby communities, where residents may experience erratic water supply and low pressure.

Management stated that engineers and technical teams are working to resolve the problem and restore normal supply as quickly as possible.

“Management wishes to assure the public that engineers and technical teams of Ghana Water Ltd are working assiduously to rectify the challenges and restore normal water supply as early as practicable,” the statement said.

Consumers have been advised to store water whenever supply resumes, while essential service providers have been encouraged to contact their Assembly Members or the Ghana Water call centre for assistance.

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Customers can reach the company through the toll-free line 0800 40 000 for Telecel users, or via 0302218240, 0207385087, 0207385088, 0207385089, and 0207385090 on all networks.

Updates are also available on Ghana Water Limited’s social media platforms.

Management apologised to affected consumers for the inconvenience and appealed for calm and cooperation while repair works continue.

“Management of Ghana Water Limited apologised to affected consumers for the inconvenience caused and appealed for calm and cooperation while efforts are underway to resolve the challenge,” the statement added.

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