The Ghana Water Company Limited (GWL) has announced a one-day shutdown of the Weija Water Treatment Plant on Friday, December 19, 2025, to carry out essential maintenance aimed at improving the reliability and quality of water supply in the Greater Accra Region.
According to a statement from GWL’s Communications Department, the plant will be out of operation from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., affecting water supply to several areas including Accra Central, Dansoman, Mallam, Weija, Gbawe, McCarthy Hill, Kaneshie, Odorkor, Korle Bu, Mamprobi, Chorkor, Abeka La Paz, Tesano, Kokomlemle, Alajo, Nima, Maamobi, Dzorwulu, Abelemkpe, and surrounding communities.
The company assured customers that technical teams will work diligently to complete the maintenance within the scheduled timeframe and restore operations promptly. GWL encouraged residents, businesses, and institutions in the affected areas to store sufficient water ahead of the shutdown to minimise disruptions.
GWL Managing Director, Mr. Adam Mutawakilu, emphasised that the maintenance exercise was critical for sustaining the integrity of the water infrastructure and enhancing overall service delivery. He said all necessary resources had been deployed to ensure the works are completed efficiently.
The company expressed regret for any inconvenience caused by the temporary disruption and appealed to the public for understanding, noting that the exercise is part of broader efforts to strengthen the reliability of water supply in Accra.
This planned maintenance underscores GWL’s commitment to proactive infrastructure management and long-term improvements in water service for the region.
