Ghana reaffirmed its commitment to improving water access and advancing gender equality during the national commemoration of World Water Day (WWD) 2026 on 24th March, 2026 at the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences in Accra. The event was held on the theme “Water and Gender” highlighting the critical role of women in water management […]
Ghana has launched a $600,000 Green Climate Fund (GCF) Readiness Programme under the Continental Africa Water Investment Programme to strengthen its ability to mobilise climate finance and develop bankable, climate-resilient water projects. The initiative is part of a multi-country programme funded by the Green Climate Fund and implemented by the African Union Commission in collaboration […]
Accra, Thursday, 18 February 2026 – The Water Resources Commission (WRC) has inaugurated an eleven-member Inter-Agency Committee on Dam Safety to strengthen regulatory oversight and enhance collaboration in the management of dams across Ghana. The inauguration ceremony, held at the Commission’s conference room in Accra, marks a significant step in reinforcing Ghana’s dam safety regime […]
The Deputy Minister for Works, Housing, and Water Resources, Hon. Gizella Tetteh-Agbotui, recently conducted a high-priority working visit to the Water Resources Commission (WRC). This visit served as a critical touchpoint in the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to bridge the gap between policy formulation and grassroots execution, ensuring that the Ministry and its sub-agencies operate as […]
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 […]
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 […]
“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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
