Parts of Accra to face water disruptions as GWL shuts down Weija Plant
The Management of Ghana Water Limited (GWL), Accra West Region, has announced a temporary shutdown of water production at the Weija Treatment Plant to allow for urgent repair works on a major faulty pipeline.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, December 2, the company explained that one of the key pipelines transporting treated water from the plant to western parts of Accra has developed severe perforations. Officials warn that the line could completely give way if immediate repair work is not carried out, necessitating the scheduled shutdown.
According to GWL, the interruption will take place on Thursday, December 4, 2025, from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The 12-hour repair window is expected to affect several densely populated communities.
Areas to experience water supply disruptions include Korle-Bu, Dansoman, Mamprobi, parts of Weija, Gbawe, Malam, Anyaa, Kwashieman, Ablekuma, Darkuman, Kaneshie, Tesano, Odorkor, Sowutuom, Lapaz, parts of Achimota, the North Industrial Area, and adjoining communities.
GWL assured the public that water production will resume immediately after the repair works are completed. The company is, however, urging all households and businesses within the affected catchment areas to store adequate water ahead of the shutdown.
“We regret the inconvenience that may arise as a result of the shutdown,” the statement added.
