Government begins reclamation of Lafa basin to tackle Accra flooding
Government has begun work to reclaim the Lafa water retention basin at Mallam, part of ongoing efforts to reduce flooding in Mallam, Weija, Dansoman and surrounding communities in Greater Accra. The operation, being led by the 48 Engineer Regiment of the Ghana Armed Forces, aims to clear years of accumulated solid waste, silt and illegal […]
The Ghanaian government has commenced the reclamation of the Lafa water retention basin in Mallam, as part of efforts to mitigate flooding in the Greater Accra region. Led by the 48 Engineer Regiment of the Ghana Armed Forces, the operation aims to remove years of accumulated silt, solid waste and illegal structures that have significantly diminished the basin's capacity.
The 48 Engineer Regiment, a specialized combat engineering unit based in Teshie, Accra, is adept in disaster response and infrastructure work, including clearing waterways, dredging basins and removing obstructions to prevent seasonal flooding. Recent activities at Lafa include dredging, waste disposal, demolition of unauthorized structures and construction of protective embankments.
Coordinated by the Post-Flood Mitigation Task Force, this intervention is part of a nationwide initiative to restore waterways and drainage channels following the devastating floods of June 29, 2026. The government has provided the necessary resources and equipment for the task, with similar efforts underway at Oyarifa, East Legon and the Kpeshie Lagoon area.
The public has been advised to assist the task force, refraining from activities that obstruct waterways, thereby contributing to the flood mitigation efforts.
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