12 people have lost their lives to flooding in the Greater Accra Region on Monday June 29, 2026. Parts of Accra and Tema were submerged by flood waters after hours of torrential rains. The development left many cars flooded and properties destroyed with several people needing rescuing.
According to the Ghana National Fire Service, close to 200 people were rescued in collaboration with NADMO and Ghana Armed Forces. A member of the media relations unit of the Ghana National Fire Service Alex King Nartey who confirmed the death toll disclosed the deaths were recorded in Abofu, Alajo, Odawna and Tema Newtown.
The numbers are however expected to rise as the waters recede and the drains clear.
President Mahama has however vowed a tough stance in addressing the perennial flooding in the country. Speaking after an aerial tour of the affected areas, Mr. Mahama blamed the development on climate change and indiscipline as well as flagrant disregard to the country’s laws in building on waterways.
The President once again reiterated his proposal for the capital to be relocated in order to decongest Accra.
