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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.

Boosting Water Management: WRC Opens New Laboratory

The Water Resources Commission (WRC) has officially commissioned its laboratory as part of efforts to enhance water resources management and water quality monitoring in Ghana. Since its establishment, the Commission has relied on external laboratories, primarily the Water Research Institute and the Ghana Standards Authority for water quality analysis. Recognizing the need for an in-house […]

National Dialogue Promotes Nature-Based Solutions for Coastal Protection in Ghana

A two-day national dialogue on the application of Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) for coastal protection has been held in Accra, bringing together experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to discuss sustainable strategies for safeguarding Ghana’s vulnerable shorelines. Nature-Based Solutions are actions that protect, sustainably manage, and restore natural or modified ecosystems to address societal challenges while enhancing human […]

WRC Urges Collective Action to Safeguard Ghana’s Rivers

“Safeguarding rivers is a shared national responsibility,” Dr. Lumor stated. “We must raise awareness about their importance and work together to ensure their protection.” The Water Resources Commission (WRC) has reiterated its commitment to protecting Ghana’s rivers, calling on all citizens to treat water conservation as a shared national responsibility. Speaking at Ghana’s maiden commemoration […]

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