The University of Professional Studies, Accra has put forward a set of long-term proposals aimed at tackling the recurring flooding challenges affecting Accra and other parts of Ghana, calling for a shift from emergency responses to permanent structural solutions.
Experts from the institution argue that Ghana’s flooding problem is no longer just a seasonal inconvenience but a systemic urban planning and infrastructure challenge that requires coordinated national action.
The proposed solutions reportedly emphasize improved drainage design, strict enforcement of building regulations, expanded urban planning frameworks, and the integration of climate-resilient infrastructure across rapidly growing communities.
The university also stresses the importance of data-driven planning, including better mapping of flood-prone areas and investment in early warning systems to reduce risk and improve disaster preparedness.
According to the proposals, long-term success will depend on collaboration between government agencies, metropolitan assemblies, engineers, and environmental experts to ensure that development projects align with sustainable land-use practices.
The initiative has been welcomed as a timely academic contribution to the national conversation on flooding, especially following recent disasters that have displaced residents and caused widespread damage in the capital.
