By Josephine Kekeli Amuzu
The Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu has assured residents of the regional capital that steps are being taken to resolve the ongoing water crisis.
Speaking on the GTV Breakfast Show on February 7, 2025, he acknowledged the severe water shortage affecting the area and outlined emergency measures being implemented to mitigate the situation.
According to James Gunu, the crisis was triggered by a malfunction at the Kpeve water treatment plant operated by the Ghana Water Company. Engineers have attempted to fix the issue, but the system failed again.
In response, he visited the affected site alongside the Managing Director of Ghana Water Company, where assurances were given that efforts were underway to restore normal water supply.
As an interim solution, James Gunu stated that they have deployed water tankers to supply essential institutions, including hospitals, the Ghana Prisons Service, and schools, to ease the burden on affected communities. He expressed hope that by the next day, the plant would be able to pump water back into the system.
However, he noted that even after repairs, the water supply would still fall short of meeting demand. The Ghana Water Company estimates that the regional capital and surrounding areas require over 30,000 cubic meters of water daily, while current supply capacity stands at only 11,000 cubic meters.
To address this long-term challenge, the government is working on securing funding to expand water infrastructure to meet both current and future demands. The Minister also announced plans to organize a Regional Water Dialogue, which will bring stakeholders together to discuss sustainable solutions for the Volta Region’s water supply issues.
He concluded by appealing to residents for patience and assured them of the government’s commitment to resolving the crisis
