Former President John Dramani Mahama has visited Fuveme in Ghana’s Volta Region to assess the devastation caused by recent tidal waves and engage affected residents on urgent relief efforts and long-term solutions.
During the visit, Mr. Mahama expressed concern over the recurring impact of coastal erosion and flooding on livelihoods in the area. He assured residents that both immediate and sustainable interventions are being prioritized to protect vulnerable communities.
He highlighted that Fuveme is among the beneficiary areas under the West Africa Coastal Areas Management Program, a World Bank-supported initiative valued at $150 million. The program is designed to address coastal degradation and tidal wave threats across several at-risk communities in the region.
According to Mr. Mahama, the project is currently at the design stage but will soon transition into full implementation. Planned interventions include the construction of sea defence systems and groynes to reduce wave impact, alongside ecosystem-based measures such as mangrove restoration and coconut tree planting to stabilize the coastline.
In the short term, he disclosed that the government is considering emergency measures to reduce further destruction. These include dredging the estuary to ease water pressure and minimize the impact of incoming tidal waves.
Residents welcomed the visit and expressed hope that the proposed measures would bring lasting relief and safeguard their homes and livelihoods from future disasters.
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