The Ghana government has allocated GH¢492.5 million to aid victims of tidal wave disasters and dam spillage, with GH¢200 million for tidal wave victims and GH¢292.5 million for those affected by the Akosombo dam. The funding aims to support communities devastated by these events, which have displaced thousands.

The government of Ghana has allocated a total of GH¢492.5 million to assist victims of recent disasters. Specifically, GH¢200 million has been designated for those affected by tidal waves in Agavedzi and surrounding areas within Ketu South Constituency. This announcement was made by Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Minister of Finance, during the presentation of the 2025 Budget Statement in Parliament.

Additionally, GH¢292.5 million has been provided for individuals impacted by the Akosombo dam spillage. Reports indicate that this disaster has affected over 300 individuals, resulting in the destruction of 50 homes and extensive damage along 80 kilometers of coastline due to severe tidal waves.

President John Mahama has pledged to initiate action on a sea defense project to safeguard vulnerable coastal regions following his visit to the disaster-hit Ketu South in the Volta Region. As per a UNICEF report, approximately 35,857 people have been displaced due to the spillage from the Akosombo Dam.

In 2023, the Volta River Authority released water from the Akosombo Dam to mitigate the risk of overflow. The rising water levels of the Volta River have led to flooding in low-lying communities, particularly affecting the North and Central Tongu districts.

In summary, the Ghanaian government has committed GH¢492.5 million in total to support victims of both tidal wave disasters and dam spillage. This funding is aimed at providing relief to affected communities and addressing the damage caused by these significant environmental challenges. Initiatives such as sea defense projects have been promised to further protect vulnerable areas against future occurrences.

Original Source: www.ghanabusinessnews.com