The Minister for Works, Housing and Water Resources, Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, has announced that the ongoing desilting and dredging of the Odaw River is expected to be completed by December 2027.
Speaking in Parliament on Thursday, June 26, the minister said the project remains on schedule and forms part of government’s efforts to reduce flooding and improve stormwater management across the Greater Accra Region.
Mr. Adjei explained that the works are being undertaken under the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) Project, which is designed to strengthen climate resilience and address recurring flooding in vulnerable communities.
He told the House that the dredging contract began in February 2024 and is being financed through funds allocated to the GARID Project.
“Mr Speaker, the desilting and dredging contract for the Odaw River is being implemented as part of the GARID Project. The project commenced in February 2024 and is scheduled to be completed by December 2027 with resources allocated under the GARID Project,” he said.
The minister noted that regular desilting and dredging of the Odaw River are critical to improving the flow of water and reducing the risk of flooding, particularly during the rainy season.
The update comes amid renewed public concern over flooding in parts of Accra following heavy rains in recent weeks.
Government maintains that investments under the GARID Project will improve drainage infrastructure, strengthen flood control measures and enhance the capital’s resilience to the effects of climate change.
