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Overview

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.

PUBLIC ADVISORY: Impending Controlled Water Spillage from Bagré Dam and Flood Risk Guidelines for Riparian Communities

ISSUED BY: Water Resources Commission (WRC), Ghana DOCUMENT REF: WRC/PUB/ADV-2026/08 DATE OF ISSUE: August 6, 2026 TARGET REGIONS: Upper East, North East, Northern, and Savanna Regions (White Volta Basin) The Water Resources Commission (WRC) wishes to issue an urgent public advisory to all key stakeholders, Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs), traditional authorities, disaster management […]

Out Now: The WRC E-Newsletter – July 2026 Edition

Catch up on our latest initiatives, critical environmental updates, and community action guidelines all in one place. At the Water Resources Commission (WRC), our mandate to protect, manage, and regulate Ghana’s water resources is driven by a commitment to national development, civic responsibility, and climate resilience. This month, we have actively engaged across our platforms […]

Leading by Example: WRC Staff Mobilize for Post-Flood National Clean-Up Exercise

ACCRA, GHANA — Following the recent severe rainstorms and subsequent flooding across the country, the staff of the Water Resources Commission (WRC) mobilized to participate in the national post-flood clean-up exercise. This hands-on initiative highlights the Commission’s active dedication to environmental sanitation, public safety, and national development. Action on the Ground Complying with the Government’s […]

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