Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has announced the successful completion of repair works on its 42-inch transmission main, bringing relief to customers in Tema and adjoining communities who experienced a disruption in water supply.

On Monday, January 19, 2026, GWL announced a critical transmission line that serves the eastern corridor of Accra, leading to widespread disruption in water distribution.

According to the utility provider, engineers and technical teams were immediately mobilised after the fault was detected and have since been working continuously to repair the damaged pipeline.

The company noted that the repair works were completed at 8:00 p.m. GMT on Tuesday, 20th January, 2026.

Following the completion, production and pumping to the Tema Booster Station commenced at 9:00 p.m. the same evening, marking the beginning of the gradual restoration process.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, January 21, GWL indicated that water supply to Tema, New Town, Kpone and neighbouring communities resumed from 6:00 a.m. on Wednesday, 21 January 2026.

The company, however, noted that full restoration would be gradual, as supply is expected to stabilise progressively across all affected areas.

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"Consequently, water supply to Tema, New Town, Kpone, and adjoining communities began at 6:00 a.m. on Wednesday, 21st January 2026. GWL assures customers that supply will continue to stabilize progressively across all affected areas," the statement read.

Management of Ghana Water Limited has assured customers that efforts are underway to ensure consistent and reliable supply as systems return to optimal operating levels.

"GWL assures customers that supply will continue to stabilize progressively across all affected areas."

The company also expressed its appreciation to the public for their patience and cooperation throughout the repair period.

Management of GWL sincerely thank the public for the patience and cooperation during the repair period and apologises for the inconvenience caused.

"GWL further apologised for the inconvenience caused by the disruption and pledged to keep the public informed as the situation continues to improve," the statement concluded.