The Managing Director of Ghana Water Limited (GWL), Adam Mutawakilu, has disclosed that Ghana is currently facing a daily water supply deficit of approximately 130 million gallons.

Speaking on JoyFM’s Super Morning Show on Tuesday, 17 February, Mr Mutawakilu said national water demand stands at about 350 million gallons per day, while current production is only 220 million gallons.

“We need huge investment in production if we want to meet the national demand,” he stated.

He explained that in Accra alone, daily demand is estimated at 210 million gallons, but installed capacity is about 137 million gallons, resulting in a shortfall of 73 million gallons.

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According to him, additional infrastructure projects including the Aveme Water Treatment Plant and the second phase of the China Gezhouba project are required to improve supply capacity.

Mr Mutawakilu also identified the shutdown of the desalination plant as a significant challenge affecting water production, particularly during the dry season. The plant was shut down in October 2025 following financial disputes involving tariffs and payments to lenders. The matter, which dates back to 2019, is currently before international arbitration.

He noted that Ghana Water Limited is unable to independently finance major expansion projects due to its financial position and must rely on central government support.

The GWL Managing Director stressed that rising population demand coupled with infrastructure constraints demand urgent investment to ensure nationwide water sufficiency.

His remarks underscore growing concerns about Ghana’s water security and the need for long-term investment in the sector.