Water supply to large parts of eastern Accra and the entire Tema Metropolis has been disrupted following a major burst on a 42-inch transmission pipeline, Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has announced.
The incident occurred on Monday, January 19, 2026, and has resulted in significant interruptions to water delivery to several residential and commercial communities along the affected corridor.
According to GWL, engineers and technical teams were immediately deployed after the fault was detected and have since been working around the clock to repair the damaged transmission main. The utility company explained that the scale of the pipeline and the technical complexity of the repair require careful handling to ensure safety, durability, and long-term reliability.
GWL assured customers that every effort is being made to complete the repair works as quickly as possible and restore normal water supply to affected areas. The company expressed regret over the inconvenience caused and appealed to customers for patience and understanding during the repair period.
Communities affected by the disruption include the entire Tema Metropolis and several parts of Accra, including Ashaiman, Gbetsele, Akatamanso, Klagon, Lashibi, Baatsonaa, Spintex, parts of East Legon, Nungua, Teshie, and surrounding areas.
GWL further indicated that essential service providers such as hospitals and schools may contact the company for support through its toll-free lines, phone numbers, WhatsApp platforms, or official social media channels.
The water utility reaffirmed its commitment to restoring supply immediately after repairs are completed and promised to provide further updates as work progresses.


