Zoomlion Chairman Dr Joseph Siaw Agyepong tours flood hotspots as Accra grapples with drainage crisis
Dr Joseph Siaw Agyepong, Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group of Companies, embarked on an inspection tour of some of Accra's major flood-prone areas on Monday, June 29, 2026. The tour assessed the impact of recent heavy rains and worsening drainage blockages in areas including Jamestown, Korle Lagoon, Kaneshie First Light, Darkuman Junction, Atico, and Abossey Okai. Dr Agyepong reaffirmed the importance of proactive measures in tackling flooding, stressing that effective sanitation and drainage management remain critical to protecting lives, property, and livelihoods.
The inspection highlighted the urgent need for sustained desilting, improved waste management practices, and stronger collaboration among public institutions, private sector actors, and local communities. Officials accompanying Dr Agyepong stated that findings from the tour would inform immediate drain-clearing interventions and strengthen broader flood-prevention strategies in Accra and other vulnerable parts of the country. Dr Agyepong also emphasized the need for collective action, noting that flood prevention requires institutional commitment as well as responsible environmental practices by residents.
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Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, Chairman of Zoomlion, recently toured Accra's flood hotspots to assess drainage issues following heavy rains. This
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