What’s Happening at Laboma Beach? Why Some Bars and Restaurants Have Been
Visitors to Laboma Beach in Accra will notice some major changes along the beachfront.
On 13 September 2026, Ghana’s Post-Flood Mitigation Task Force began removing structures around Laboma Beach and the Kpeshie Lagoon as part of efforts to restore the lagoon’s natural flood-retention area.
The operation affected several popular beach clubs, restaurants, bars and nightlife venues. However, Laboma Beach itself has not been demolished or permanently closed.
Here’s what we know.
Why were structures at Laboma Beach demolished?
The government’s operation centres on the Kpeshie Lagoon, which sits behind the Laboma beachfront. Authorities say vegetation had been removed and parts of the surrounding wetland filled with sand, rocks and other materials to enable development. They argue this reduced the lagoon’s ability to hold storm water during heavy rainfall.
The clearance followed serious flooding in Accra earlier in 2026 and forms part of the government’s wider flood-mitigation programme.
Which places at Laboma Beach have been affected?
Before the demolition, Greater Accra REGSEC issued a 21-day notice identifying seven hospitality businesses within the affected area:
- Pink Flamingo Lounge
- ULA Beach Club
- Trophy
- Bliss Escape
- Amsterdam Kitchen
- SI Beach Resort
- Alora Beach Resort
Pink Flamingo Lounge was confirmed demolished, while subsequent reporting also identified ULA Beach Club as affected. itz BOX BAR, which wasn’t included in the original list of seven, was also demolished.
The status of every venue named in the original notice has not been independently confirmed, so viewGhana is checking individual businesses before marking them permanently closed.
How were these developments allowed to happen?
This is one of the bigger questions emerging from the demolition. Laboma had developed into a major entertainment destination over several years, with substantial beach clubs operating openly and attracting locals, tourists and diaspora visitors.
Ghana-based content creator Ivy Prosper explores this in her report on the demolition.
She raises three important questions: how were developments of this scale allowed to take place if the area was protected; who had responsibility for permits and enforcement; and can development at Laboma alone explain flooding when Accra has much wider drainage, waste, development and wetland problems? Pasted text
Prosper also highlights the other side of the demolition: the loss of significant business investment and the impact on employees and families who depended on these venues for their income. Her report provides useful context from both the authorities and Laboma management.
Watch Ivy Prosper’s full report below for her investigation and analysis.
What happens to Laboma Beach now?
Authorities say the next stage will involve restoring the Kpeshie Lagoon and surrounding wetland, including improving water flow and reintroducing vegetation. That could significantly change this section of Accra’s beachfront.
Is Laboma Beach still open?
Yes. Laboma Beach itself has not been demolished.
The operation targeted structures within areas authorities identified as part of the Kpeshie Lagoon buffer and flood-retention zone. However, the collection of restaurants, bars and beach clubs available around Laboma has changed significantly. If you’re planning to visit a particular venue, check that it is operating before travelling.
What about the latest Labadi Beach demolitions?
A separate demolition operation took place along the La/Labadi beachfront on 2 October 2026. Structures around La Pleasure Beach, commonly known as Labadi Beach, were removed and Polo Beach Club was confirmed demolished.
This was not part of the Laboma/Kpeshie Lagoon flood-mitigation operation. Despite some confusion online, Labadi Beach Hotel has not been demolished. The demolition affected structures on sections of the beachfront adjoining the hotel.
viewGhana will cover the Labadi Beach operation separately as the status of affected venues becomes clearer.
