Residents of Sekondi-Takoradi are grappling with severe water shortages, as erratic rationing continues to disrupt daily life and essential activities across the metropolis.
In areas like Pariscoa, Sekondi—one of the hardest-hit communities—residents say they have gone for months without running water.
“Water supply is a major challenge,” said Jennifer Akakpo, a frustrated resident. “We are forced to pile up dirty laundry, and our children have to search for water before school, making them late. Even when we rely on water tankers, deliveries take days. We urge the government to resolve this crisis.”
Devine Adjoto, another resident, echoed similar concerns. He noted that water supply in his area arrives only once every three to seven months.
“Residents in low-lying areas may get some water occasionally, but those in higher areas get nothing. Most of us now depend entirely on sachet water,” he said.
Augustina Blankson added that her community has endured five months without any supply, yet bills continue to arrive monthly.
“We buy a gallon for GHS2.5, but when water finally comes, it stops quickly. The crisis is unbearable.”
Theresa Buah also decried the situation, saying even the elderly are being forced to fetch water themselves due to the shortage.
“I sometimes threaten to destroy the water bill before them. How can we be charged when we barely get water?” she asked.
Ewura Adutwumwaa highlighted the financial toll the crisis is taking on households.
“I spend GHS10 daily for just four gallons. How much does that add up to in a month? What is my salary? This crisis is affecting everything, even flushing toilets.”
Meanwhile, the Ghana Water Company has acknowledged the situation, attributing the challenges to multiple factors including pollution from illegal mining (galamsey), outdated water treatment infrastructure, and other operational constraints.
As frustrations mount, residents are calling for urgent and sustainable solutions to restore regular and reliable water supply to the region.
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