GWL arrests 4,395 over alleged water theft in Accra
Ghana Water Limited (GWL) says it has arrested 4,395 individuals from households and commercial establishments over alleged water theft as part of an intensified campaign against illegal connections and other forms of unauthorised water use.
The company disclosed that it had deployed 12 enforcement teams across Accra to identify and apprehend individuals and businesses engaged in illegally diverting water or carrying out 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 exercise was launched in August 2025 and had since uncovered thousands of cases involving residential and commercial properties.
He expressed concern about the increasing acceptance of water theft, emphasising that the company was stepping up its enforcement measures to tackle the problem.
Mr Klutse said all cases identified so far had been referred to court, with legal proceedings currently underway.
“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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