Heavy rains that began late on Sunday, June 28, 2026, and continued into the morning of Monday, June 29, 2026, have caused widespread flooding across parts of Accra, submerging major roads and severely disrupting traffic flow during peak hours.
The prolonged downpour left several major roads inundated with flood waters, forcing vehicles to move through flooded sections while others were abandoned by motorists who could not proceed.
The morning rush hour was heavily affected, with commuters facing long delays as streets turned into streams and congestion built up across the city.
Some areas reported to be worst affected include sections of the N1 Highway, Apenkwa towards Tesano, Adabraka, the Accra–Kasoa stretch, Weija, Afienya, Mallam, Gbawe, Accra-Nsawam stretch, Awoshie, Dome, Spintex, Atomic in Madina, Kaneshie, Darkuman Junction, Tse Addo and parts of the Kwame Nkrumah Interchange, according to residents and road users.
In some low-lying communities, homes and shops were also submerged, forcing residents to move belongings to higher ground as water levels continued to rise.
Authorities have advised motorists to avoid flooded routes and urged residents in flood-prone areas to remain cautious and take necessary safety precautions.
Accra’s recurring flooding challenges are widely linked to inadequate drainage systems, poor waste disposal practices, and rapid urban expansion.
Meanwhile, the Ghana Meteorological Agency has predicted continued rainfall of varying intensity across parts of southern Ghana on June 29, 2026, including coastal areas, with conditions expected to persist throughout the forecast period.
