Over 50% of Barekese forest cover lost as reservoir capacity drops by 30% – GWL

Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has raised alarm over extensive forest degradation around the Barekese Dam in the Ashanti Region, warning that continued encroachment on the reservoir's catchment area could threaten water supply to the Greater Kumasi metropolis. According to the company, more than 50% of the forest cover surrounding the dam has been lost, leading to severe siltation that has reduced the reservoir's storage capacity by nearly 30%.

By Caleb Ahinakwah