Before the next rains: Rethinking Accra's flood crisis
Accra's flood crisis was highlighted on the night of Sunday, 28 June 2026, when the city experienced significant flooding. Roads disappeared underwater, homes and shops were flooded, families were trapped, and emergency services struggled to reach affected communities. In parts of Accra and Tema, buildings and roads were submerged, access to neighborhoods was cut off, and lives were lost.
For many residents, the floodwaters carried away savings, livelihoods, security, and dignity. Flooding remains one of Ghana's most persistent urban challenges. The problem is often explained by people building on waterways, encroachment on wetlands, and construction in flood-prone areas, which all increase risk. However, the article states that Accra also floods because public systems have failed to keep pace with the scale, speed, and complexity of urban growth, with the city expanding faster than its drainage.
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Accra faces a persistent flood crisis, a recurring challenge that devastates communities and infrastructure. The issue is often attributed to
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