Ghana Water Resumes Production At Kpong After Pipeline Repairs

Ghana Water Ltd (GWL) has resumed water production at the Kpong Treatment Plant after successfully completing the replacement of weak sections of the 21-inch and 42-inch (525mm and 1050mm) Kpong–Tema transmission pipelines.

The maintenance exercise, which began on Thursday, August 6, formed part of efforts to address deteriorated sections of the ageing infrastructure serving parts of the Greater Accra and Eastern regions.

Routine assessments had identified more than 300 metres of weak pipeline that required urgent replacement to prevent major failures and reduce water losses.

GWL said the works were completed on schedule despite technical and operational challenges. However, the company cautioned that the resumption of production does not mean an immediate return to continuous water supply across all affected communities.

“The restoration of supply will be progressive as the transmission lines and reservoirs are filled and operating pressures are gradually rebuilt. Barring unforeseen technical challenges, more consumers are expected to receive water as the system stabilizes,” GWL stated in a release issued on Monday.

The company’s existing water demand management and rationing programme remains in effect to ensure equitable distribution while the network stabilises. Customers in affected areas have been advised to continue observing their usual rationing schedules.

Managing Director Adam Mutawakilu, who inspected the works at various stages, commended the engineers, contractors and technical teams for completing the assignment on time.

He particularly acknowledged the Lead and Chief Manager for ATMA Production, Ing. Dr Hadisu Kappus Alhassan, and the General Manager for Operations, Ing. Michael Botse Baidoo, along with their teams.

Mutawakilu also thanked the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and its Managing Director, Ing. Kwame Kpekpena, for providing critical electrical and operational support, including overnight work, that helped facilitate the timely restart of production.

He further expressed appreciation to the Ministry of Water Resources, Works and Housing, the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC), and other stakeholders.

The Kpong–Tema transmission pipelines remain a vital part of the water supply network for communities including Tema, Ashaiman, Spintex, Sakumono, Nungua, Teshie, Prampram, Kpone and surrounding areas in Greater Accra, as well as parts of the Eastern Region such as Kpong, Akuse and Somanya.

GWL assured the public that the transmission line is being closely monitored as supply is progressively restored and urged customers to remain patient.