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Ghana Water Limited

Ghana Water Limited — water utility responsible for treating and supplying potable water to urban populations, managing supply challenges across Greater Accra and other regions.

2026-04-282026-08-23

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  1. July 2026
  2. The Ghanaian Times

    The complaints, mostly against the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and Ghana Water Limited (GWL), covered issues including poor service quality, billing, metering, payment, disconnections and customer service delivery.

    PURC resolves 98.2% of utility complaints in Eastern Region
  3. Joy Online

    Ghana Water Limited (GWL) recorded 27 complaints, representing 2.93%. PURC attributed the few unresolved cases to challenges including broken electricity poles, faulty transformers, and the unavailability of electricity meters, which require additional time to address.

    PURC resolves 97% of utility complaints in Western and Western North regions
  4. Joy Online

    As part of the technological advancement, the Bono East Regional Office of the Commission recorded One thousand two hundred and seventy-five (1275) complaints against the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo) and Ghana Water Limited (GWL) in the first half of the year

    PURC adopts social media in resolving consumer complaints
  5. June 2026
  6. Joy Online

    The AGI official contended that the financial difficulties facing utility providers such as the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and Ghana Water Limited stem largely from operational inefficiencies, including technical, commercial and distribution losses.

    Utility companies should fix their losses, not pass to consumers – AGI
  7. Joy Online

    The increasing theft of water meters, stop cocks and other fittings is imposing financial losses on Ghana Water Limited (GWL) and disrupting service delivery, prompting renewed calls for public vigilance and protection of critical water infrastructure.

    GWL raises alarm over rising meter theft
  8. Joy Online

    Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has charged a customer over GH¢74,000 for illegally reconnecting to the water distribution network after being disconnected over three months ago.

    GWL cracks down on water theft; charges customer over GH¢74k for illegal reconnection
  9. Joy Online

    Dr Bruce-Vanderpuije also urged Ghana Water Limited to assess whether its treatment facilities have the capacity to handle contaminants that may enter water sources during flooding events.

    Refuse at McCarthy Down poses serious threat to Weija Dam and public health – CSIR scientist warns
  10. Joy Online

    Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has raised alarm over extensive forest degradation around the Barekese Dam in the Ashanti Region, warning that continued encroachment on the reservoir’s catchment area could threaten water supply to the Greater Kumasi metropolis.

    Over 50% of Barekese forest cover lost as reservoir capacity drops by 30% – GWL
  11. The Ghanaian Times

    Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has inaugurated a five-member Board of Directors for its subsidiary, G-Water Bottling Limited, with a charge to position the company as one of the most visible, trusted and commercially successful bottled water brands in the country.

    GWL inaugurates G-Water Bottling board
  12. Joy Online

    Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has inaugurated the Board of Directors of G-Water Bottling Limited, charging members to transform the subsidiary into one of the country’s most recognised and commercially successful bottled water brands.

    GWL inaugurates G-Water Bottling board to drive commercial growth

Yesterday

  1. GoldBod CEO rejects insulting Afenyo-Markin claim

    Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi has denied insulting Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin during a recent exchange about GoldBod losses, saying his response was justified by what he described as personal and unfounded allegations about his role in the institution's financial affairs.

    23 hours ago · Joy Online

Friday 21 August

  1. Newsfile examines power outages, GoldBod, galamsey, water quality

    Joy Online's Newsfile programme discusses Ghana's electricity supply resilience following a nationwide blackout attributed to a fault on the Akosombo–Volta transmission line, GoldBod's financial performance and controversy over gold-for-reserves figures, and galamsey's threat to water quality.

    21 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Newsfile to examine power outages, GoldBod performance, galamsey threat

    Joy Online announces a Newsfile segment examining three issues: nationwide blackouts and Ghana's electricity infrastructure resilience following a major transmission line fault; GoldBod's financial and operational performance and controversy over gold-for-reserves programme figures; and the threat posed by galamsey mining to water quality.

    21 August 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 18 August

  1. Author disputes GWL's rebuttal on turbidity data access claims

    The author clarifies that he did not claim the Presidency directed Ghana Water Limited to withhold river turbidity data, but rather that senior GWL sources cited fear of victimisation and direct warnings against sharing the data. The author disputes GWL's characterisation of his original comments as fictitious.

    18 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. PURC Upper West resolves 97 per cent of utility complaints in H1 2026

    The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission's Upper West Regional Office resolved 548 of 563 complaints (97.34 per cent) from utility consumers between January and June 2026, mostly concerning electricity and water services. The majority of complaints—92.72 per cent—were against the Northern Electricity Distribution Company, with quality of service issues being the largest complaint category.

    18 August 2026 · Joy Online

  3. GWL clarifies it does not hold official river turbidity data

    Ghana Water Limited said it is responsible for treating and supplying potable water to urban populations, but does not hold official turbidity data on natural river bodies—such monitoring falls to the Water Resources Commission and Environmental Protection Agency. GWL said it conducts its own turbidity tests for water treatment purposes and can shut down plants when raw water quality exceeds safe thresholds, but rejected claims that the Presidency directed it to withhold river data.

    18 August 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 17 August

  1. Teshie Telephone Pole residents face prolonged water shortage crisis

    Residents of Teshie Telephone Pole in Accra are appealing for urgent intervention over a water shortage lasting several months, with supplies from Ghana Water Limited flowing irregularly and at low pressure. The crisis has forced many households to buy water from private tankers at high cost, affecting basic hygiene and daily life.

    17 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. GWL warns Agbogbloshie residents against illegal water connections

    Ghana Water Limited has cautioned residents of Agbogbloshie in Accra Central District against illegal water connections and inline booster pumps, warning of legal sanctions. The warning was issued during a community engagement to address water supply concerns and encourage residents to settle bills promptly and use potable water responsibly.

    17 August 2026 · The Chronicle

Saturday 15 August

  1. Iddrisu Sulemana elected NPP Savannah Regional Chairman

    Alhaji Iddrisu Sulemana has been elected Chairman of the New Patriotic Party in the Savannah Region, securing 92 votes to narrowly defeat former Ghana Water Limited Managing Director Clifford Abdallah Braimah, who polled 88 votes. Sulemana is now expected to oversee the NPP's reorganisation and mobilisation activities in the region ahead of the 2028 general elections.

    15 August 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 10 August

  1. NDC Spain Chapter praises Ablakwa, Ato Forson, Mutawakilu

    The Spain Chapter of the National Democratic Congress has commended Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, and Ghana Water Limited Managing Director Adam Mutawakilu for their contributions to improving Ghanaians' lives, with particular praise for Ablakwa's responsiveness to diaspora welfare and consular service reforms.

    10 August 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 3 August

  1. GWCL cites Teshie plant shutdown, pipeline leaks for water shortage

    Ghana Water Limited has attributed irregular water supply in parts of Greater Accra to the shutdown of the Teshie desalination plant due to legal and maintenance issues since October, combined with major leakages along key transmission pipelines. The company says it is forced to ration limited water available to serve multiple communities including Teshie, Nungua, Spintex, and surrounding areas.

    3 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ghana Water appeals to customers to pay bills promptly

    Ghana Water Company Limited has appealed to customers to pay their water bills promptly, citing poor revenue mobilisation and illegal connections as threats to infrastructure repair and water supply improvements. The company operates a postpaid billing system and says it reinvests all received revenue into maintaining and upgrading infrastructure.

    3 August 2026 · Joy Online

  3. ECG announces load management in Volta, Oti regions

    The Electricity Company of Ghana has announced a temporary load management exercise in Volta and Oti Regions following a technical fault on a transformer at GRIDCo's Asiekpe Bulk Supply Point, with two phases of outages scheduled for August 2–4 affecting multiple communities.

    3 August 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 1 August

  1. CRS convenes forum on sustainable sand mining in White Volta

    A two-day multi-stakeholder forum on sustainable sand mining was held in Tamale to address the effects of unsustainable sand mining and other human activities on the White Volta River, with the goal of protecting Ghana Water Limited's intake source at Nawuni while sustaining community livelihoods. According to the Catholic Relief Services assessment, illegal sand mining around the Nawuni catchment, unsustainable farming practices, and deforestation are traced as root causes of declining water quality and quantity supplied to the Greater Tamale Area.

    1 August 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 28 July

  1. Dome Kwabenya MP inspects road projects nearing completion

    Dome Kwabenya MP Elikplim Akurugu toured ongoing road rehabilitation projects in her constituency and found some projects about 80 per cent complete, with drainage and gutter construction largely finished and asphalt surfacing remaining. The MP commended contractor progress but expressed concern over delays caused by utility service providers relocating electricity poles and water pipelines.

    28 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Ghana Water Company to rehabilitate three treatment plants

    Ghana Water Limited will rehabilitate three water treatment plants in the Western and Central Regions using GH¢8.4 million in funding from the Ghana Gold Board. The Bonsa, Daboase, and Sekyere-Hemang plants serve thousands of residents and are targeted for upgrade following an independent technical assessment.

    28 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 27 July

  1. GoldBod funds GH¢8.4m water treatment plant rehabilitation in two regions

    Ghana Water Limited's Managing Director has inspected three treatment plants in the Western and Central regions earmarked for rehabilitation under a GH¢8.4 million Ghana Gold Board-funded project to improve water supply efficiency and production capacity.

    27 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. GoldBod funds GH¢8.4m revival of three regional water treatment plants

    Ghana Water Limited's Managing Director has inspected three major water treatment facilities in the Western and Central regions ahead of a GH¢8.4 million rehabilitation project funded by the Ghana Gold Board to restore the Bonsa, Daboase and Sekyere-Hemang Water Supply Systems and improve water production capacity and service delivery.

    27 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 23 July

  1. PURC advises utility consumers to pay arrears via instalment plans

    The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) in the Ashanti Region has advised electricity and water consumers that they may settle accumulated utility bills through agreed instalment payment plans under Regulation 31 of the PURC (Consumer Service) Regulations, 2020. The provision applies when utilities fail to issue bills for more than three months before demanding payment, or when they discover undercharging and seek recovery; if consumers and providers cannot agree on a plan, either party may refer the matter to PURC for resolution.

    23 July 2026 · Daily Guide

Tuesday 21 July

  1. PURC secures GH¢105k credit adjustments for Greater Accra utility consumers

    The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission facilitated credit adjustments totalling GH¢105,273.50 for Electricity Company of Ghana and Ghana Water Limited customers in Greater Accra during the first and second quarters, following investigations into complaints involving disputed bills and overbilling.

    21 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. PURC secures GH¢105k credit adjustments for Greater Accra utility consumers

    The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission facilitated credit adjustments totalling GH¢105,273.50 for customers of the Electricity Company of Ghana and Ghana Water Limited in Greater Accra during the first and second quarters, following investigations into complaints involving disputed bills and overbilling.

    21 July 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 20 July

  1. KMA demolishes over 500 structures at Bayakasua slum

    The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly demolished over 500 wooden structures at Bayakasua slum behind the COCOBOD building, which has been described as a breeding ground for criminals and site of illegal activities including prostitution and drug trafficking. The demolition was supervised by Mayor Richard Ofori Agyeman Boadi and supported by police, military, KMA Metro Guards, ECG, and Ghana Water Limited.

    20 July 2026 · Daily Guide

Friday 17 July

  1. Italy–Ghana water technology workshop strengthens sector partnerships

    A two-day Italy–Ghana Water Technology Workshop and B2B Meetings in Accra brought together Italian water technology companies, Ghanaian businesses, and government institutions to explore innovative solutions and strengthen cooperation in Ghana's water treatment sector. The event, organised by the Italian Trade Agency in collaboration with BolognaFiere Water&Energy and Accadueo, featured company site visits, B2B engagements, and technical workshops aimed at promoting knowledge exchange and technology transfer between Italian solution providers and Ghanaian stakeholders.

    17 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Italy–Ghana water technology workshop strengthens sectoral partnerships

    A two-day Italy–Ghana Water Technology Workshop and B2B Meetings in Accra brought together Italian water technology companies, Ghanaian businesses, government institutions and technical experts to explore innovative solutions for Ghana's water sector through knowledge exchange, technology transfer and commercial partnerships.

    17 July 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 15 July

  1. Businessman declares bid for NDC Northern Regional Chairman

    Alhaji Ibrahim Abdul Jalil, CEO of Might Construction Limited and former NDC Tamale South constituency treasurer, has declared his intention to contest the position of Northern Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress. The NDC has slated November 2026 for its regional elections.

    15 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Businessman declares bid for NDC Northern Regional Chairmanship

    Alhaji Ibrahim Abdul Jalil, CEO of Might Construction Limited, has officially declared his intention to contest for NDC Northern Regional Chairman, pledging to unite the party and strengthen its structures ahead of regional executive elections scheduled for November 2026.

    15 July 2026 · Joy Online

  3. GoldBod funds rehabilitation of three polluted water treatment plants

    The Ghana Gold Board has committed GH¢8.4 million to rehabilitate three Ghana Water Limited treatment plants in the Western and Central regions whose operations have been disrupted by illegal mining pollution. The funds will support restoration at the Bonsa, Daboase and Sekyere Heman Water Supply Systems, which have suffered contamination and equipment damage from galamsey activities.

    15 July 2026 · The Chronicle

  4. PURC resolves 99.56% of utility complaints in Volta/Oti regions

    The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission resolved 1,827 of 1,835 complaints against the Electricity Company of Ghana and Ghana Water Limited in the Volta and Oti regions during the first half of 2026, while commissioning 17 mechanised boreholes in underserved communities. The resolution rate represents the second-highest recorded in the region over the past five years.

    15 July 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 14 July

  1. Ghana's infrastructure rated D3 amid funding and maintenance gaps

    Ghana's infrastructure received an overall D3 (57 per cent) rating in the 2026 Ghana Infrastructure Report Card, with an average score of 2.83 out of 5 described as "Poor to Fair". The Ghana Institution of Engineering cited chronic underfunding, weak maintenance culture and governance challenges as key problems, assessing eight sectors using internationally recognised engineering criteria.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. GoldBod funds GH¢8.4m water system rehabilitation in Western, Central Regions

    The Ghana Gold Board has signed an agreement with Ghana Water Limited to rehabilitate the Bonsa, Daboase and Sekyere Heman Water Supply Systems in the Western and Central Regions, expected to restore efficiency and improve access to potable water for residents in affected communities.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online

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