Accra is technically a flat-lying area, drains alone can’t solve Accra floods - Engineer
Engineer Michael Kosi Dedey argues that Accra's recurring flooding cannot be solved by drainage expansion alone due to the city's flat topography and rising sea levels. He suggests a shift toward water retention and storage infrastructure to manage heavy rainfall more effectively.
Why it matters
This perspective challenges traditional urban planning in developing coastal cities, emphasizing the need for climate-resilient infrastructure.
Engineer and policy analyst Michael Kosi Dedey has called for a fundamental rethink of Ghana's flood management strategy, arguing that expanding drainage systems alone is no longer sufficient to address the recurring flooding in Accra.
The article presents an expert's technical opinion on urban planning without editorializing.
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