The Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu has recently visited the Kpeve headworks of the Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) to assess progress of work following the water supply restoration to Ho and its surrounding areas.

This visit comes after a severe water shortage left thousands of residents and businesses without water for over two weeks.

The challenge was triggered by damage to crucial water pumps at the Kpeve headworks, which serves as the primary water source for the regional capital.

After weeks of intensive repair work, water has now begun flowing again to homes and offices. However, Mr. Gunu said further improvements are necessary to ensure the long-term sustainability of the supply.

"The government is committed to expanding the facility to meet the growing population in Ho and its surrounding areas. The current demand is approximately 30,000 cubic metres, but the system is only producing 18,000 cubic metres," he said.

Mr. Gunu also acknowledged the need for alternative water sources and revealed that a new water source has been identified at Klefe. The government will assess its potential to supply Klefe and other parts of Ho, and act as a backup if the Kpeve system faces further challenges.

Ing. Ransford Nii Djan Amoo, the Regional Production Manager of GWCL, confirmed that water supply has resumed in Ho.

However, he also pointed to the supply-demand gap, which he said has led to a phased distribution system. "Some areas are still without water because we must ration it. The only way to fully meet demand is through the expansion of the Kpeve headworks."

This crisis has underscored the urgent need for infrastructure upgrades to accommodate the region's growing population.