As the world commemorates World Water Day 2026, the Managing Director of Ghana Water Ltd (GWL), Adam Mutawakilu, has outlined plans to roll out a series of modern interventions designed to modernize the nation’s water infrastructure.
The plans include the rehabilitation of existing supply systems, investment in modern treatment technologies, and aggressive efforts to reduce water losses, commonly known as non-revenue water.
This initiative aligns with the Managing Director’s vision to build a resilient, customer-focused utility that guarantees a sustainable supply for every Ghanaian, regardless of gender, location, or socio-economic status.
Mr. Mutawakilu has issued a call to action, linking the availability of clean water directly to the advancement of gender equality and national development.
Speaking on this year’s global theme, “Water and Gender: Where Water Flows, Equality Grows,” he emphasized that safe water is more than a basic necessity—it is a tool for social justice.
In his official statement, the GWL boss highlighted how reliable water access disproportionately benefits women and girls, who often bear the domestic burden of water collection.
“Access to safe and reliable water is a powerful driver of inclusion, dignity, and socio-economic development,” Mutawakilu stated.
“By ensuring equitable access, we empower women, reduce deep-seated inequalities, and strengthen the very fabric of our communities.”
Despite the ambitious goal of reaching 100% access to safe water in line with Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6), Mutawakilu did not shy away from the harsh realities facing the sector.
He expressed concern over “critical identifiable bottlenecks” currently hindering operations, including the increasing contamination of rivers and streams.
He stressed that deteriorating raw water quality requires increasingly expensive chemicals and treatment processes.
Furthermore, he explained that rising demand fueled by rapid urbanization and population growth, combined with infrastructure constraints, continues to lead to operational inefficiencies.
The Managing Director emphasized that the sustainability of Ghana’s water future does not rest on the shoulders of the government alone.
He urged the public to adopt a more responsible “water culture” by utilizing GWL’s new electronic payment platforms to pay bills promptly from anywhere in the world.
GWL is also calling on the public to adopt responsible consumption habits to avoid wastage and to desist from activities that contaminate rivers and lakes.
Additionally, citizens are urged to report illegal connections and antisocial activities that undermine the water network, while engaging in local efforts to keep the environment clean.
”Water is life, and its sustainability depends on the collective effort of all of us,” Mutawakilu reiterated. “Together, we can secure a water-secure future for our beloved nation.”
By 1960news.com
