The coastal communities of Agavedzi, Salakope, and Amutsinu in Ghana’s Volta Region are facing a severe crisis as relentless tidal waves and coastal erosion continue to ravage the area. Over the past months, these natural forces have destroyed homes, displaced hundreds of residents, and threatened critical infrastructure.
In March 2025, intensified tidal waves submerged numerous homes, leaving more than 600 residents homeless. Many have been forced to seek refuge in makeshift shelters or sleep in the open, as the sea encroaches further inland. The devastation has not spared even cemeteries, with reports of graves being exposed and remains exhumed for reburial, raising public health concerns.
The advancing sea has brought it within five meters of the Keta-Aflao highway, a vital link for the region. Residents fear that without immediate intervention, the road could be destroyed, isolating communities and disrupting access to essential services.
In response to the disaster, the government has pledged to provide temporary housing and psychological support to affected individuals. Volta Regional Minister James Gunu emphasized the urgency of the situation and the need for swift action to prevent further destruction.
Despite the presidential promise and budget commitment, the situation in Agavedzi, Salakope, and Amutsinu remains dire. As residents watch the sea claim more land each day and the Keta-Aflao road on the verge of being submerged in the sea, they wonder how long it will take before real help arrives.
As climate change continues to impact coastal regions, the plight of Agavedzi, Salakope, and Amutsinu serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for sustainable environmental and infrastructural interventions.
