Ghana Water Restores Production at Barekese Plant After Emergency Pipeline Repairs

Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has announced that repair works on the transmission pipeline at the Barekese Water Treatment Plant have been completed, restoring water production for Kumasi and surrounding communities after a period of supply disruption.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, June 10, the utility company said the repairs were finished at approximately 4:00 a.m., ahead of the initial schedule. GWL attributed the swift completion to the dedication and professionalism of its technical and operational teams, who worked around the clock to bring the plant back online.

With production now restored, the company expects water supply to improve progressively across Kumasi and adjoining communities that experienced interruptions during the repair period. The Barekese plant is one of the key water treatment facilities serving the Ashanti Region’s most densely populated areas, and any disruption to its operations tends to affect tens of thousands of households.

Management thanked customers, stakeholders and the public for their patience and cooperation throughout the exercise. GWL also reaffirmed its commitment to delivering safe, reliable and sustainable water services, adding that it will continue to implement measures aimed at improving service delivery across the Ashanti Region.

The successful completion of the Barekese repairs is a welcome development for Kumasi residents, many of whom have grown accustomed to intermittent water supply challenges. The city’s rapid population growth has placed increasing pressure on ageing water infrastructure, and maintenance shutdowns—though necessary—often leave communities scrambling for alternatives.

Water infrastructure in the Ashanti Region has been a recurring concern for residents and local authorities alike. Flooding caused by poor drainage has compounded the challenges, as was evident when traders at Asafo Market recently called on the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly to address recurring flood crises by desilting choked drains and implementing lasting drainage solutions.

GWL has urged residents to report any persisting supply issues to the nearest district office, as the network stabilises in the coming days. The company has also encouraged consumers to use water judiciously to help maintain adequate pressure across the distribution system.

For a region that has weathered multiple water supply disruptions in recent years, the Barekese plant’s return to full capacity offers a measure of relief—and a reminder of how critical such infrastructure is to the daily lives of millions.

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