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Water Resources Commission

Also known as: WRC

Water Resources Commission — organizes educational initiatives on water management and environmental protection, including an inter-school quiz competition for World Water Day.

2026-05-052026-06-18

In coverage

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  1. May 2026
  2. The Chronicle

    Representatives from key regulatory agencies, including the Forestry Commission, Water Resources Commission (WRC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Minerals Commission, and the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, participated in the forum, which focused on fostering di

    Renewed drive to protect Atewa Forest gains momentum
  3. Joy Online

    WRC Warns on Environmental Compliance The Water Resources Commission (WRC) also used the platform to remind farmers of their regulatory obligations under Act 522.

    Chamber of Aquaculture, Virbac train farmers on biosecurity and disease control

Yesterday

  1. Newmont Ahafo North plants trees, reaffirms climate commitment

    Newmont Ahafo North Mine held a tree-planting and clean-up exercise in Abrobaa to mark World Environment Day, reaffirming its commitment to land reclamation, water stewardship, biodiversity conservation and greenhouse gas emissions reduction as part of its climate resilience efforts.

    22 hours ago · Business & Financial Times

  2. Forest destruction and illegal mining threaten Ghana green finance

    Speakers at Ghana's Environmental Sustainability Summit 2026 warned that illegal mining and environmental degradation could undermine the country's green finance agenda and carbon market frameworks. Experts argued that businesses must prioritize environmental sustainability as core business strategy rather than charity, citing Ghana's estimated two percent annual deforestation rate.

    17 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Professor urges shift from symptom-focused flood management approach

    A University of Ghana professor has called for a fundamental change in flood management strategy, arguing that existing measures such as dredging drains and partial demolitions are ineffective. He advocates for stronger institutional coordination, strict enforcement of planning regulations, wetland protection, and landscape restoration to address root environmental and governance challenges rather than symptoms.

    16 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Sunday 14 June

  1. Illegal dumpsite floods into Weija Lake, endangering water supply

    An unauthorised refuse landfill site containing municipal, industrial, and e-waste with heavy metals was washed into Weija Lake during Wednesday's floods, posing a threat to about 80% of Accra residents who depend on the lake for drinking water supplied by Ghana Water Company Limited.

    14 June 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 13 June

  1. Study identifies reforms needed for Ghana's community mining scheme

    Researchers have presented findings from a study on Ghana's Community Mining Scheme, evaluating its benefits since 2019 and identifying policy and practice changes needed. The research, conducted by teams from the University of Derby and University of Mines and Technology, surveyed 500 CMS miners and interviewed regulators and miners to assess the scheme's impact and challenges.

    13 June 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 12 June

  1. GMet proposes legislative upgrade to Meteorological Authority

    The Ghana Meteorological Agency has proposed a new legislative framework to transform itself into the Ghana Meteorological Authority, with expanded regulatory powers to license meteorological operators, establish standards, and become the sole official source of national severe weather warnings and public safety alerts.

    12 June 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 4 June

  1. Illegal mining threatening Lake Bosomtwe ecosystem and water quality

    The Oheneba Poku Foundation has raised concerns about illegal and unsustainable mining activities (galamsey) around Lake Bosomtwe in the Ashanti region, citing vegetation destruction, soil erosion, ecosystem disturbance, and encroachment on buffer zones critical for protecting water quality and ecosystem stability. The foundation stressed that the combined effects of illegal mining, land degradation, and weak environmental enforcement pose a significant risk to the sustainability of Ghana's only natural lake.

    4 June 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Ghana Water Justice Network urges affordability and access reforms

    The Ghana Water Justice Network, a coalition of civil society organisations, has issued policy recommendations to transform water access and governance, calling on government and the Ghana Water Company to halt disconnections for households unable to pay and to prioritise affordable, universal access to water as a fundamental human right.

    12 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Africa Centre launches nature-based climate action plan

    The Africa Centre for Nature-Based Climate Action held a high-level gathering in Accra with diplomats, government officials, academics, and development partners to advance nature-based climate solutions across the continent. The Global Lead emphasized that despite Africa's minimal contribution to global emissions, it faces severe climate impacts and possesses rich natural assets including forests and wetlands that should anchor the continent's climate strategy.

    6 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Water Resources Commission holds school quiz on World Water Day

    The Water Resources Commission organized an inter-school quiz competition in Abuakwa South Municipality to commemorate World Water Day 2026, testing pupils' knowledge on water resource management, sanitation, environmental protection, and the dangers of illegal mining. The initiative aims to promote water conservation and environmental stewardship among young people.

    6 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  3. Stakeholder consultation advances Atewa Forest protection efforts

    A major stakeholder consultation held at Osino-Saman in Fanteakwa South District, organised under the EU-supported BRACE programme in collaboration with the Concerned Citizens of Atewa Landscape, brought together community members, traditional authorities, environmental advocates, and state regulatory agencies to address ecological threats to the Atewa enclave, particularly from illegal mining and unsustainable extractive activities.

    6 May 2026 · The Chronicle

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Ghanaian fish farmers trained on disease control, biosecurity

    Fish farmers in Ghana have been urged to adopt stronger biosecurity measures and vaccination practices as disease outbreaks such as Streptococcus infections and Infectious Spleen and Kidney Necrosis Virus continue to affect aquaculture productivity. A technical training workshop organized by the Chamber of Aquaculture Ghana, Virbac, and the Blue Food Innovation Hub stressed that strict biosecurity practices are the most effective way to reduce disease spread and farm losses.

    5 May 2026 · Joy Online

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