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The Management of Ghana Water Limited (GWL), Ashanti Region, wishes to inform the general public, especially residents of Kumasi and its surrounding areas, about a scheduled shutdown of the Barekese Water Treatment Plant from Monday, March 17th to Wednesday, March 19th, 2025.
Reason for Shutdown
This temporary shutdown is to facilitate the installation of new interconnection pipelines and foot valves at strategic locations, including the Suame Roundabout. The upgrade is expected to significantly enhance water supply to the Kumasi Metropolis and surrounding communities.
Affected Areas
Communities that will experience water supply interruptions during this period include:
- Offinso
- The entire Kumasi Metropolis
- Environs of Kumasi
Preparation & Advisory
GWL urges all residents, institutions, and businesses, particularly hospitals and schools, to store an adequate supply of water ahead of the shutdown period.
While GWL acknowledges the inconvenience this may cause, the company assures the public that its engineering team will work diligently to complete the works within the stipulated timeframe and restore water supply promptly.
Contact for Assistance
For further inquiries or emergency support, affected consumers may contact GWL through the following helplines:
Toll-Free (Vodafone): 080040000
Other Contact Numbers: 03022218240 / 0207385088 / 0207385089 / 0207385090
WhatsApp Support: 0555123393 / 0555155524
For media inquiries, please contact:
Ebenezer Padi Narh (Regional PR & Communications Officer, Ashanti Region)
Mobile: 055 300 3299
Email: epnarh@gwcl.com.gh
GWL deeply regrets the inconvenience and appreciates the public’s cooperation as we work to improve water service delivery in the region.
Issued by:
Management, Ghana Water Limited – Ashanti Region
Date: March 11, 2025
