The Acting Managing Director of Ghana Water Limited (GWL), Adam Mutawakilu, has embarked on a comprehensive assessment tour of key water treatment plants in Accra to evaluate operational inefficiencies and identify urgent solutions to enhance water production.

The visit forms part of management’s commitment to addressing critical challenges affecting water supply and ensuring efficient service delivery across the capital.

As part of the tour, Mr Mutawakilu visited the Weija Water Treatment Plant, the Kpong Water Treatment Plant, and the Accra Desalination Plant to gain firsthand insight into the challenges hindering optimal water production.

During his interactions with plant engineers and operators, he assessed infrastructure conditions, technical constraints, and areas requiring immediate intervention to improve efficiency.

Accra currently faces a significant water supply shortfall, with an estimated daily demand of 220 million gallons against a production capacity of only 130 million gallons, leaving a gap of 90 million gallons.

Acknowledging this disparity, Mr Mutawakilu reaffirmed GWL’s dedication to enhancing operational efficiency, producing at full capacity, and incorporating modern technology to improve supply reliability.

He further stressed the urgency of addressing equipment maintenance issues and upgrading ageing infrastructure to overcome operational setbacks.

Accompanied by Chief Managers and the Acting Deputy Managing Director in charge of operations, Mr Mutawakilu assured stakeholders that GWL remains committed to both short-term and long-term solutions aimed at improving water accessibility for residents in the Greater Accra Metropolitan Area.

As part of his assessment, he also visited strategic installations, including the Mile 18 Central Workshop, where crucial repairs and fabrication of large pipes, pumps, and drainage systems are carried out, as well as the Central Store, which houses essential chemicals and operational materials.

Following the inspection, Mr Mutawakilu reaffirmed the government of John Dramani Mahama’s vision for the water sector and GWL’s unwavering commitment to bridging the water supply gap.

He disclosed plans to implement targeted interventions to stabilise supply and ensure that Accra’s residents benefit from a consistent and reliable water distribution system.

Looking ahead, the MD revealed that GWL is considering the adoption of advanced water treatment technologies to enhance efficiency and reduce losses.

Additionally, he noted that plans are in place to rehabilitate ageing infrastructure and expand treatment facilities to meet the growing demands of the city’s population and industrial development.

While short-term measures will provide immediate relief, he emphasised that long-term investments in infrastructure and policy reforms are essential to achieving lasting water security for Accra and its surrounding areas.