Ghana Water Limited (GWL) says it has arrested 4,395 individuals and operators of commercial establishments over alleged water theft as part of an intensified campaign against illegal connections and other unauthorised practices.
The company disclosed that it had deployed 12 enforcement teams across Accra to identify and apprehend individuals and businesses suspected of illegally diverting water and engaging in activities that undermine its operations.
Speaking on the Citi Breakfast Show on Tuesday, November 10, GWL's Chief Manager of Corporate Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Michael Tawiah Klutse, said the enforcement exercise commenced in August 2025 and had since uncovered thousands of suspected cases involving households and commercial facilities.
He expressed concern about what he described as the increasing acceptance of water theft, stressing that the company was stepping up its efforts to curb the practice.
Mr Klutse said cases uncovered during the exercise had been referred to the courts, with legal proceedings currently underway against the alleged offenders.
“From the time we started this exercise in August 2025 up to date, Bernard, you will be surprised what you’ll see. But we have almost about 4,395 households and establishments,” he said.
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