Abstract
Flooding has been a global pandemic for the past decade. In Ghana, it has been an
annual tragedy occurrence, particularly in the capital city, Accra resulting in loss of
lives and property. Regardless of the many suggested solutions in mitigating these
floods, Ghana still experience excessive flooding. The study through an exploratory
literature review methodology, reports on the challenges faced in addressing flood
control strategies in the capital city of Ghana and makes recommendations for
implementation. The study revealed that the single dimensional approach to flood
management, lack of adequate funding, poor attitude of residence (Ghanaians)
towards the environment and sanitation and finally the ad-hoc management solution to
flood posed a major challenge in addressing flood situations. It is recommended that a
more sustainable strategy for flood management, holistically addressing flood
challenges, intensifying education and prompt prediction of flood occurrence and
timely and adequate funding for flood management activities would help address
flood challenges. The study makes contribution to literature on addressing flood
challenges in Accra for consideration by city authorities.