Wenchi water project almost complete, critical to gov't agenda - GWL MD

Adam Mutawakilu, Managing Director of Ghana Water Limited (GWL), says the completion of the Wenchi Water Treatment Plant is a key priority for President John Mahama. According to him, the project, initiated under the previous administration, is approximately 97 per cent complete. He explained that President Mahama's reset agenda places strong emphasis on making potable water accessible to Ghanaians, particularly in urban and peri-urban communities.

Mr. Mutawakilu inspected ongoing works at the Wenchi Water Treatment Plant during a one-day working visit to the Brong Ahafo Region. The inspection covered the intake point, treatment facilities, and overhead tanks. Two tanks with capacities of 2,300 and 900 cubic metres have already been constructed. Upon completion, the Wenchi project is expected to significantly enhance access to potable water in Wenchi and its surrounding communities, including Asuano, Awisa, Beposo, Droboso, Koase, Nkonsia, Nwoase, Tainso, Wurompo, and Yoyoano. The remaining 3 per cent of work is expected to be completed by the extended deadline in June to meet projected demand over the next 15 years. Mr. Mutawakilu also inspected the Sunyani Water Treatment Plant, which is earmarked for expansion to augment existing capacity.

Mr. Mutawakilu attributed the delay in completing the project to outstanding payments related to some Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs). He said he would engage the Minister of Works and Housing and the Minister of Finance "to see how it can be completed by the June extension given so that we can bring this plant to operation". He revealed that ongoing interventions have led to a marginal reduction in non-revenue water from 51.6 per cent in December to 45.59 per cent in February. The Brong Ahafo Regional Chief Manager of GWL