An early morning downpour on Sunday left several parts of Accra flooded, disrupting movement and affecting planned Palm Sunday activities across the capital.
The rains, which began around dawn and persisted into the morning, followed earlier warnings from the Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) about expected heavy precipitation over the weekend. By mid-morning, many roads in the city had become difficult to navigate, with commuters and residents struggling to move through waterlogged streets.
Communities such as Nima, Weija, Kasoa, Kaneshie, Accra Central, Circle, Dansoman, and Mallam Junction were among the areas most affected. In these locations, residents reported varying degrees of flooding, with drains overflowing and surface water accumulating rapidly after hours of steady rainfall.
The downpour also disrupted religious observances, particularly for Christians marking Palm Sunday — a significant event in the lead-up to Easter. Some churches experienced delays or reduced attendance as worshippers faced challenges commuting through flooded routes.
Beyond Accra, parts of the Greater Accra, Ashanti, and Central regions also recorded similar conditions, with low-lying communities experiencing localized flooding.
Despite the widespread impact, there have been no immediate reports of casualties or significant property damage. As the rains subsided later in the morning, floodwaters in some areas began to recede, restoring partial access to affected roads.
