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Even the “Grandpapa of Hiplife” could not escape Accra’s relentless floods.
Veteran musician Reggie Rockstone has revealed that his home was among the properties affected after Monday’s heavy rains left several parts of the capital underwater.
Taking to social media, the music icon shared images and videos showing floodwater invading sections of his residence, offering followers a firsthand look at the damage caused by the downpour. The footage quickly attracted attention, with fans expressing concern and wishing him well as he dealt with the aftermath.
Rather than dwell solely on his personal experience, Rockstone used the moment to draw attention to the wider impact of the floods, which displaced residents, stranded commuters and disrupted businesses across numerous communities in Accra.
His post quickly became part of the broader national conversation surrounding the city’s recurring flooding challenges. Many social media users pointed out that if a public figure like Reggie Rockstone could be affected, the situation facing thousands of ordinary residents was likely even more severe.
The floods, triggered by hours of intense rainfall, once again exposed the capital’s long-standing drainage problems and reignited calls for lasting solutions. Emergency services urged residents in affected areas to remain vigilant, avoid flooded roads and prioritise their safety as authorities assessed the extent of the damage.
For Reggie Rockstone, the experience served as an unwelcome reminder that when Accra’s skies open up, fame offers little protection from rising waters. His story has since become one of many highlighting the human impact of a crisis that continues to challenge the city with every rainy season.
