Ghana City Gets 267% More Water by May 2026

Residents of Sekondi-Takoradi, Ghana, are months away from ending a long struggle with water shortages that have plagued their rapidly growing city for years.

The Daboase Water Treatment Plant is nearing the finish line of a major rehabilitation project that will transform water access for the entire metropolis. Works and Housing Minister Kenneth Gilbert Adjei announced the plant will be fully operational by May 2026, with completion currently at 98%.

The numbers tell an incredible story. Daily water production will jump from 6 million gallons to 22 million gallons, nearly quadrupling the supply. That's enough to meet the needs of a city that has grown faster than its infrastructure could keep up.

For years, population growth and rapid urbanization left the existing treatment facility struggling to serve everyone. The current output simply couldn't match what a thriving commercial and industrial hub like Sekondi-Takoradi needed to function.

Project Manager Vlad Falup says his team is now in the final testing phase. Six new pumps have been installed and are ready to convey fresh water to Takoradi. The equipment is being carefully tested to ensure everything works properly when the plant goes live.

The Ripple Effect

This isn't just about turning on taps. Reliable water access touches every part of daily life, from family health to business operations.

Local industries and commercial establishments that have faced unpredictable water supply will finally have the resources they need to operate consistently. Schools won't need to send children home early on water shortage days. Families won't need to spend precious time and money finding alternative water sources.

The project also highlights a broader challenge. Minister Adjei noted that illegal mining activities have made water treatment more difficult and expensive across Ghana. The pollution from these operations forces water companies to spend far more than they should to make water safe for drinking.

The upgraded plant represents a commitment to solving infrastructure problems even as the country tackles environmental challenges. When it opens in May, Sekondi-Takoradi will have the water capacity it needs not just for today, but for continued growth ahead.