The Chief of Kafudzidzi in the Komenda-Edina-Eguafo-Abrem (KEEA) Municipality in the Central Region, Nana Kwesi Ankomah II, has sounded an alarm over the devastating impact of coastal erosion on his community.

With tidal waves continuously ravaging the coastline, residents are facing an existential crisis, losing their homes, livelihoods, and infrastructure to the encroaching sea.

Nana Kwesi Ankomah II, the chief of Kafudzidzi a suburb of the Komenda Traditional Council made this plea on Saturday 1st, October, 2025 at the grand durbar of the Kotobri Festival. The festival celebrated by the people of Kafudzidzi was earmarked under the theme "Development in Unity".

He said "I appeal to the president to help us with a sea defense. We know that he is a listening president."

Nana continued to plea from other stakeholders to support the kafudzidzi educational fund.

In the attendance was the Paramount Chief of the Komenda Traditional Council, Okatakyi Komeh VIII, who called on the leadership and people of Kafudzidzi to unite and develop the town, saying "any town that is prone to conflict, the development of such town retrogress."

The community's plight is not unique, as several coastal towns in Ghana are grappling with similar challenges.

Coastal erosion has affected numerous communities along Ghana's coastline, with Kafudzidzi being one of the most vulnerable.
The tidal waves have destroyed homes, schools, and healthcare facilities, displacing thousands of residents.

Meanwhile the Sea Defense Project is still ongoing at some coastal lines such as Elmina, Cape Coast and others.

The government's efforts to address coastal erosion and provide relief to affected communities are crucial in mitigating the impact of this crisis.

As the country looks to the future, it is essential to prioritize sustainable solutions to protect its coastline and ensure the well-being of its coastal communities.

Sompaonline.com//Francis Thompson