Ejura-Sekyedumase Municipal Assembly recently celebrated the completion of key projects under the third cycle of the Boosting Green Employment and Enterprise Opportunities in Ghana (GrEEn) Project. The ceremony also honored the graduation of 117 beneficiaries from the Cash for Work (CfW) program, who completed the Employability Life Skills Programme led by SoS Children’s Villages.

The GrEEn Project, supported by the European Union (EU) and the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF), delivered significant infrastructure improvements, including the paving of 3,276m² of Sekyedumase Market and the construction of two market sheds. Previous cycles funded essential projects such as culverts, road improvements, and a borehole with an overhead tank.

The event included a tribute to the late Mrs. Emelia Botchway, recognizing her contributions to regional development. The Deputy Director of Local Government, Decentralization, and Rural Development, representing Minister Hon. Martin Adjei-Mensah Korsah (MP), expressed gratitude to the EU and UNCDF and highlighted the Ministry’s commitment to climate-resilient infrastructure and local economic development.

The Cash for Work program provided 117 local workers with skills in soap making, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship. The ceremony concluded with a call for continued support and investment to sustain and extend the project’s benefits to the community and beyond.

Source:     Stephanie Edem Klutsey
                 (Public Relations Unit, MLGDRD)

Hon. Vincent Ekow Assafuah, Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Local Government, Decentralization, and Rural Development, conducted an official visit to the Offinso North District Assembly. The visit focused on engaging with local leaders and inspecting ongoing development projects to ensure their successful implementation.

During his visit, Hon. Assafuah commended the district assembly and its partners for their dedication and hard work. He highlighted the importance of visible outcomes from these projects, emphasizing that successful initiatives are a testament to the administration’s commitment to regional development.

The Deputy Minister underscored the critical role of technical skills in achieving development goals. He encouraged continued investment in expertise and resources to enhance project effectiveness. In this context, he announced the forthcoming launch of the District Resilience Improvement Program (DRIP), which aims to further strengthen local infrastructure and support development efforts.

Hon. Assafuah also addressed current challenges, including the need for improved accommodation solutions for workers outside the district. He highlighted the importance of engaging local engineers and community workers to ensure the success and sustainability of development projects.

The visit reinforced the Deputy Minister’s commitment to overseeing and supporting local development, ensuring that projects are well-managed and deliver tangible benefits to the Offinso North community.

Source:     Stephanie Edem Klutsey
                 (Public Relations Unit, MLGDRD)

Akumadan recently celebrated the completion of the third cycle of the Boosting Green Employment and Enterprise Opportunities in Ghana (GrEEn) Project, highlighting significant local development and economic progress.

Supported by the European Union (EU) and the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF), the GrEEn Project has delivered critical infrastructure improvements, including the construction of 400 meters of storm drains and the repair of a borehole at Darso in the first cycle. The latest cycle focused on enhancing market infrastructure, paving a 5442m² yam market at Akumadan, funded with GH₡339,631.00 from the Ejura-Sekyedumase Municipal Assembly.

The project’s Cash-for-Work (CfW) program has provided employment to 101 locals, with additional training in life skills such as soap making, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship through SoS Children’s Villages.

The event also honored the late Mrs. Emelia Botchway and recognized the essential contributions of the EU, UNCDF, and various government agencies. As new infrastructure projects were officially handed over, the importance of ongoing maintenance and stakeholder support was emphasized to ensure the project's long-term impact on climate resilience and economic development.

This event marked a significant milestone in community development and showcased the GrEEn Project's role in fostering sustainable progress.

Source:     Stephanie Edem Klutsey
                 (Public Relations Unit, MLGDRD)