The Kunfusi Bridge, a vital transportation link in the Savannah Region of Ghana, has collapsed for the second time, leaving approximately 4,000 residents in the Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District facing significant challenges. The collapse occurred on October 4, 2026, following several days of heavy rainfall. The bridge connects Kunfusi with Kalba, Tuna, and other communities, as well as travellers heading towards Burkina Faso and Côte d’Ivoire.
The collapse of the Kunfusi Bridge has severely disrupted travel and access to essential services, including health facilities and markets. Residents are struggling to reach healthcare services, and farmers are finding it difficult to transport their produce to market. The damage has restricted access to basic necessities, causing inconvenience and hardship for the affected communities.
In response to the crisis, volunteers have been assisting pedestrians and motorists in navigating the damaged crossing. The Assembly Member for the Kunfusi Electoral Area has called for immediate intervention to address the difficulties confronting the affected communities. The local authorities are working to mitigate the impact of the bridge collapse.
Savannah Regional Minister Salisu Bia Wurbe visited the site of the collapsed bridge, accompanied by officials from the Regional Coordinating Council and the Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District Chief Executive. The Minister assessed the damage and acknowledged the significant impact on access to healthcare and other essential services for the residents in the district.
Minister Bia Wurbe assured the residents that efforts would be made to reconnect the affected communities while arrangements for a new bridge are pursued. He urged residents to avoid the damaged crossing due to the danger it poses and to use alternative routes where available. The government is working to restore access and alleviate the suffering of the affected communities.
The collapse of the Kunfusi Bridge has highlighted the need for urgent infrastructure development and maintenance in the region. Residents are calling for a swift response to ease the disruption and restore reliable access to health facilities, markets, and neighbouring communities. The local authorities are working to address the situation and find a lasting solution.
The situation in the Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District remains challenging, with residents relying on alternative routes and makeshift arrangements to access essential services. The government and local authorities are working together to resolve the issue and restore normalcy to the affected communities.
Key points
- The Kunfusi Bridge collapse has affected nearly 4,000 residents in the Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District.
- The bridge collapse has disrupted access to essential services, including healthcare and markets.
- The government has promised to reconnect the affected communities and pursue arrangements for a new bridge.
