The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for the krone Municipal Assembly (KKMA) in the Greater Accra Region, Mr. Samuel Tetteh Kwashie Morton, is urging Ghana Water Limited (GWL) to publish a clear water service delivery timetable to help alleviate the severe, months-long water crisis affecting millions of residents, within the municipality.
The MCE noted that due to acute water shortages, residents in several localities within the municipality have been forced to rely on expensive water vendors and unsafe, water sources, including dams shared with cattle.
Mr. Morton is therefore demanding greater accountability from the utility provider, urging GWCL to prioritise infrastructure development, including the laying of a dedicated pipelines, to address the persistent shortage.
The MCE was actively responding to the concerns raised by the people of Agbeshie Laryea, Kpone, Gbetsile and Kubekrom to mention but a few regarding the ongoing water crisis in the municipality.
The residents claimed they are struggling to access water for bathing, drinking, washing clothes, and other household chores unless they pay GH¢5.00 per gallon.
They added, “You have to buy water to fill the above polytank for between GH¢120.00 and GH¢150.00 before you can even bathe.”
This development prompted the MCE to indicate the Assembly’s commitment to take swift and decisive action to address the water crisis in the area.
He disclosed that evidence shows residents in parts of the municipality— including Kubekrom, Atadeka, Zenu, Peaceland, and Saki—have experienced severe water shortages for months, with some communities going long periods without access to pipe borne water.
The MCE lamented that residents have turned to unsafe shared water sources, while over 300 water suppliers have previously threatened or engaged in sit-down strikes due to supply challenges.
In light of the situation, the MCE and community leaders in the affected areas are calling on GWCL to provide a concrete timetable for water supply to help residents manage the crisis. They are also demanding increased infrastructure investment and improved accountability from the utility company.
Mr. Morton explained that he is facing intense pressure from thousands of residents to address the perennial water challenges due to his proactive efforts to improve water supply in the rapidly growing municipality.
“My firm stance on taking proactive and concrete steps to solve the perennial water shortages in our growing communities has led many residents to place the entire responsibility on me,” he said.
He added that instead of residents engaging directly with the appropriate GWCL offices responsible for billing and water supply verification, many have left the burden solely on the Kpone-Katamanso Municipal Assembly.
Residents Kept in the Dark Over Water Supply Schedules
The MCE further criticised what he described as the “silence and neglect” from GWCL whenever water stops flowing in some communities for weeks without explanation.
He pointed out that water is sometimes released only for a few hours at night, forcing households to search for water at odd hours because they do not know the exact days supply will be available.
During this period, the MCE said residents are increasingly urging him to hold GWCL accountable and ensure the company communicates effectively with the public instead of keeping them in the dark about water supply schedules.
To address the situation, the MCE recommended several solutions, including:
Community sensitisation programmes
A detailed water distribution timetable
Regular updates from GWCL on supply challenges
Deployment of water tankers to affected communities
Infrastructure Challenges
Mr. Morton noted that the crisis is worsened by the need for expanded and more reliable water infrastructure in the fast-growing municipality.
Upon assuming office, the MCE said he collaborated with the Member of Parliament for Kpone-Katamanso, Joseph Akuerteh Tettey, and other key stakeholders to implement several proactive measures to address the water crisis.
“We are currently working around the clock to resolve the chronic water shortages affecting nearly 500,000 residents,” the MCE assured.
Kpone Katamanso Embarks on major road expansion,
Mr Morton outlined major road expansion initiatives to significantly increase the municipality’s tarred road network, which currently stands at less than 10%.
According to him. assembly aims to having an appreciable number of the roads tarred by the end of 2026, with five contractors currently assigned to various projects.
Key road infrastructure projects, as of early 2026, include: Tema Oil Refinery to Kpone Road: Work has resumed under Joshob Construction Ltd.
GPHA Terminal (Barrier) to Kpone Road: A project designed to connect through Prampram to Ningo as an alternative to the Aflao Highway.
Barrier-Calipso to Micheal Camp Gate Road: Assigned to Black Hawk.
Mkplitsakpo (Saki) Mosque to Afienya Road: A comprehensive network stretching through the Ministry of Energy Warehouse, behind the VRA, to Bediako, being handled by EUGO Terrand Ltd.
Peace Bee to Shanghai Road: Managed by Skycom.
Other Ongoing Maintenance and Planned Works (2025-2026):
District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP): The municipality has received machinery for road rehabilitation.
Drainage and Culverts: Construction of a 2 x 3.5m 3-cell box culvert at Prince Bar, Kubekro, and desilting of U-drains along Nii Oglie Street and Ogboste Quarshie Road.
Grading: Works on the Affordable Road in Kpone and in front of the KAMSBERG Office in Sebrepor.
Slab Works: Junction improvements at Albert Antie Street and Kakasunaka.
The MCE has inspected several roads slated for development, including the Frenchman to T.T. Brothers Road and the Afotey Agbo Road.
The municipality is poised for a transformative period of infrastructure development aimed at unlocking its full economic potential.
