Ebi Bright Leads Multi-Agency Flood Assessment in Tema, Pledges Sustainable Solutions for Affected Communities
By Rebecca Ekpe The Municipal Chief Executive of Tema, Ebi Bright, has led a high-powered technical team on a comprehensive inspection of flood-affected communities in Tema and Tema Newtown following the recent torrential rains that inundated homes, displaced families and disrupted economic activities. Accompanied by engineers from the Assembly, officials of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), planning officers, environmental…
When Disaster Relief Becomes Political Currency
The devastating floods affecting communities across Ghana have once again demonstrated the compassion of many Members of Parliament, who have visited affected areas with food, cash, mattresses, roofing sheets and other relief items. Their concern for constituents is commendable. However, these recurring moments also expose a structural weakness in our democracy. In any well-functioning democracy, emergency response should be led…
“The Flood Took Everything”: Women Describe the Hidden Cost of Ghana’s Flood Disaster
By Rebecca Ekpe, Women’s Rights Advocate As communities begin the difficult task of recovering from the June 29th 2026 floods, many women say the disaster has robbed them not only of their homes and businesses but also of their dignity, security and hope for the future. Across the affected communities, of Greater Accra Region and other suburbs...women are sharing stories…
