The Mayor of Accra, Michael Kpakpo Allotey, has donated GH¢132,000, food items and sanitation tools to residents affected by the recent floods in Avenor, Circle Neoplan Station, North Kaneshie and Bubuashie, reaffirming the commitment of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) to supporting disaster victims and strengthening community resilience.
The donation forms part of the Assembly’s emergency response to provide immediate relief to families whose homes, businesses and personal belongings were destroyed by the torrential rains that swept through parts of Accra.
Presenting the items to the affected communities, the Mayor expressed sympathy to victims and assured them that the Assembly would continue to work with relevant agencies to support recovery efforts.
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“We are here not only to sympathise with our brothers and sisters but also to stand with them in this difficult period. No family should feel abandoned after such a disaster.”
The relief package included cash support amounting to GH¢132,000, food supplies for affected households and sanitation equipment to support clean-up exercises aimed at preventing disease outbreaks in flood-hit communities.
Recovery Beyond Relief
Hon. Allotey said while the immediate priority is to provide assistance to victims, the Assembly remains focused on helping communities recover fully and reducing the impact of future flooding.
“This support is intended to ease the immediate burden on affected families, but our work does not end here. Recovery requires collaboration, resilience and sustained commitment.”
He explained that sanitation tools were included in the donation to enable residents to clear debris, desilt drains and restore healthy environmental conditions after the floods.
According to the Mayor, maintaining clean surroundings after flooding is essential to reducing the risk of cholera, malaria and other waterborne diseases.
Commitment to Flood Prevention
The Mayor acknowledged that recurring floods continue to pose serious challenges to Accra and stressed the need for long-term interventions.
He said the Assembly would intensify drainage maintenance, enforce sanitation by-laws and work with stakeholders to improve flood management across the capital.
“Every flooding incident reminds us that we must invest more in prevention. Relief is important, but preventing future disasters is even more critical.”
He called on residents to support the Assembly’s efforts by keeping drains free of refuse and refraining from activities that obstruct waterways.
“Government alone cannot solve this problem. Every resident has a role to play by disposing of waste responsibly and protecting our drainage systems.”
Residents Express Appreciation
Community leaders and beneficiaries expressed gratitude for the intervention, describing it as timely support that would help many families begin rebuilding their lives.
Several residents said the floods destroyed household items, electrical appliances, clothing and sources of livelihood, leaving many families struggling to recover.
They appealed for continued assistance, particularly support for rebuilding damaged homes and restoring businesses that were affected by the disaster.
Strengthening Community Resilience
Officials of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly indicated that relief operations would continue in collaboration with the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), health authorities and other partners to ensure that vulnerable households receive the necessary support.
The Assembly also plans to sustain public education on flood preparedness, sanitation and environmental management to reduce the impact of future heavy rains.
Looking Ahead
The recent floods once again exposed the vulnerability of many communities in Accra to extreme weather events. Urban planners have consistently attributed the recurring problem to inadequate drainage infrastructure, indiscriminate disposal of waste, encroachment on waterways and rapid urbanisation.
While the relief package offers immediate assistance to affected residents, city authorities say lasting solutions will depend on sustained investment in drainage infrastructure, stricter enforcement of planning regulations and greater public participation in environmental sanitation.
“Our goal is not only to help families recover today but to build a safer and more resilient Accra where communities are better protected from future floods,” Mayor Allotey said.
