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The Water Resources Commission (WRC) was established by an Act of Parliament (Act 522 of 1996) as the overall body responsible for water resources management in Ghana. WRC Act 522 of 1996 provides a comprehensive law to establish a separate water resources management institution in Ghana.

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News and Publications

The news about recent activities for needed people.

GHANA REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING RIVERS

Government has reiterated its commitment to protecting the country’s rivers and water resources as Ghana joined the global community to mark the maiden launch of the 2025 World Rivers Day in Accra on Wednesday, September 10.The Minister of Works, Housing and Water Resources, Hon.Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, said rivers are central to Ghana’s heritage, economy and […]

WRC Ag. Executive Secretary Tours Ankobra Basin, Charges Staff to Maintain High Standards

The Acting Executive Secretary of the Water Resources Commission (WRC), Prof. Seidu Alidu, has paid a working visit to the Ankobra Basin Office, encouraging staff to maintain the highest standards of efficiency and professionalism in the discharge of their duties. Commending the staff for their achievements despite the vast geographical area under their jurisdiction, Prof. […]

WRC Holds Virtual Training Forum on Groundwater Development and Licensing

The Water Resources Commission (WRC), through the Licensing and Compliance Directorate and the Water Management Directorate, successfully held a virtual training forum on August 5, 2025, to build the capacity of stakeholders in the business of borehole drilling and groundwater development. The forum was part of the Commission’s scheduled activities for 2025, and it was […]

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