Heavy rains that began late on Sunday, June 28, and continued into the morning of Monday, June 29, 2026, have triggered flooding in several parts of Accra, leaving major roads submerged, disrupting traffic flow, and stranding commuters.
Floodwaters were reported in low-lying areas and along key arterial roads, with vehicles moving slowly through submerged sections while some motorists were forced to abandon flooded routes.
The downpour, which lasted for several hours, significantly affected the Monday morning rush hour, leaving residents struggling to get to work and school amid waterlogged streets and severe traffic congestion.
Affected areas include parts of the N1 Highway, Apenkwa towards Tesano, the Accra–Kasoa stretch, Weija, Mallam, Achimota, Spintex, Atomic in Madina, Kaneshie, Darkuman Junction, portions of the Kwame Nkrumah Interchange, and other surrounding communities, according to residents and road users.
Some homes and shops in flood-prone communities were also inundated, forcing occupants to move belongings to safer locations as water levels continued to rise.
Motorists and commuters have been advised to avoid driving through flooded roads, while residents in flood-prone areas are being urged to remain vigilant and relocate to higher ground where necessary.
Accra continues to experience recurring flooding during heavy rains, with poor drainage systems, indiscriminate waste disposal, and rapid urbanisation widely cited as contributing factors.
Emergency officials are expected to assess the full extent of the impact as more updates emerge.
