BY: Lambert Coffie | VoltaOnline
The Ho Municipality is facing a severe water crisis, leaving residents and businesses struggling to access the essential commodity.
The Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) shut down its Kpeve headworks for emergency repairs on January 1, 2025, resulting in a prolonged water shortage in the area.
Residents have been forced to rely on alternative sources, including wells and private tanker services, which come at a significant cost.
Food vendors, who rely heavily on water for their daily operations, are among the hardest hit. “We are struggling to get water for cooking and cleaning, and it’s affecting our business and customers,” Seyram, a food vendor at the Ho lorry station, told VoltaOnline.
The situation, this news portal gathered, is also affecting health facilities, which are relying on water reservoirs that may soon run dry if the supply is not restored quickly.
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Public health officials are warning of a potential outbreak of waterborne diseases, such as cholera and typhoid, if the situation is not addressed promptly.
“The situation is dire, and we urge residents to take precautions and maintain good hygiene practices to prevent the spread of diseases,” Vivian, a Public Health practitioner, told VoltaOnline in an interview.
Despite assurances from GWCL that its emergency response team is working to repair the fault and restore water supply as soon as possible, residents are growing impatient, and the situation is becoming increasingly dire.
Source: www.voltaonlinegh.com
