Several communities in the Tema East district, including Saki-Bediako, Michel Camp, Golf City, and surrounding areas, are grappling with a severe water shortage.
Residents have been without running water for the past three days, causing significant disruptions to their daily lives.
The Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) has come under fire from the affected residents who are calling for immediate action and clear communication regarding the prolonged water supply disruption. The frustration among residents is palpable as they face mounting difficulties due to the lack of access to essential water services.
Sampson Ampah, the Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the GWCL in the Tema Region, acknowledged the gravity of the situation.
He revealed that the issue is not localized but affects a broad area. “I am talking about a very large catchment area. I am talking about Saki-Bediako, Golf City down to Kpone, parts of Tema, and Community 25. For the past four days, no water has been flowing through the lines. Michel Camp, even the military, no water is flowing. It’s very terrible,” Ampah said.
Residents are frustrated by the lack of information or prior notice regarding the water disruption. They have expressed their concern over the absence of communication from GWCL about the underlying issues or any plans for resolving the situation.
“We haven’t heard any information whether there is any challenge with their water lines. No information. No prior notice for us to even find ways of storing water. Nothing. And it’s terrible. You can imagine living in a home without water. It’s just so terrible,” Ampah added.