The government of Burkina Faso, through its national electricity company, SONABEL, has announced it will commence controlled spillage of the Bagré Dam on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, due to rising water levels caused by heavy rainfall. In a statement dated 22nd August and signed by Kindo Issiaka, Head of Hydraulics at SONABEL, the company disclosed […]
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Ghana Water Limited announces Weija Dam spillage to avoid collapse
The Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has announced the commencement of another spillage from the Weija Dam due to a continuous rise in water levels, which threatens the structural integrity of the facility. A letter dated April 7, 2025, and signed by the Regional Chief Manager, Charles Tulashie, explained that the spillage had become necessary following […]