Accra, Ghana – President John Dramani Mahama has approved the transfer of GHS 300 million to fund humanitarian aid and flood prevention projects in the wake of the devastating floods that destroyed Ghana’s capital, Accra. The financial intervention’s objectives are to improve disaster response efforts, provide immediate assistance to affected families, and support recovery efforts in communities severely affected by the flooding.
According to Ghana’s interior minister, the disaster has affected 7,761 homes and forced 38,802 people to flee their homes. Authorities have confirmed the deaths of twelve people, but search and rescue workers are still looking for seven more. According to the administration, the money will help speed humanitarian aid and lessen the effects of future flooding by implementing better mitigation strategies.
On Monday, June 29, 2026, Ghana’s capital, Accra, and other southern communities saw unanticipated flooding as a result of severe rains that flooded homes, blocked important roadways, and disrupted traffic. Tse Addo, Adabraka, Dzorwulu, Kaneshie, and portions of Tema are among the severely damaged areas.
Concerns over the city’s poor garbage disposal procedures, insufficient drainage systems, and quick urban growth have been raised by the flooding. A video shows streets, businesses, residences, and truck parks completely flooded in water in large parts of Accra, such as Circle and the Weija neighborhood.
