- Budget performance exceeds target by 17.47%
- Major infrastructure development projects underway in health, education, water, and sanitation sectors
- Community ownership and maintenance of public facilities emphasized for long-term impact
The Akatsi South Municipality has made significant strides in development projects under the government's 'Resetting Ghana' agenda, according to Municipal Chief Executive, Daniel Dagba. The Assembly has exceeded its 2025 budget target, achieving GH¢1.64 million against a target of GH¢1.39 million, representing a 117.47 per cent performance.
This remarkable achievement is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the Assembly and its stakeholders in driving development outcomes. The progress made in various sectors, including health, education, water, sanitation, and infrastructure development, is a significant step towards improving the living standards of residents.
Health Sector Progress
The Assembly has initiated several projects aimed at improving access to healthcare services across various communities. These include the construction of Community-Based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compounds and nurses' accommodation at Zuta and Ahlepedo, as well as the drilling of three mechanised boreholes at Akeve Gui, Gefia, and Dzogadze to improve access to potable water in health facilities.
Additionally, renovation works on the Wute Health Centre are ongoing, while legacy projects, including the completion of nurses' accommodation at Wute, a medical consultant bungalow at the Municipal Hospital, and the Asafotsi CHPS compound and nurses' quarters, have been successfully executed.
The completion of these projects is expected to enhance healthcare delivery and improve the overall health outcomes of residents in the municipality.
Education Sector Progress
The Assembly has also made significant progress in the education sector, with the completion of multiple classroom blocks, including a six-unit classroom block at Zuta and three-unit blocks at Alorkpa and Glikpome. Additional projects, such as a two-unit kindergarten block at Dzuepe, and new classroom and ancillary facilities at Duawodome, Akeve Gui, Dzogadze, and Anyiheme, are underway.
Furthermore, the construction of a two-storey 12-unit classroom block and a six-unit workshop at Avenor Technical Institute is expected to enhance technical and vocational training in the municipality.
The completion of these projects is expected to improve access to quality education and enhance the overall development of residents in the municipality.
Water and Sanitation Sector Progress
The Assembly has taken steps to improve access to clean water and sanitation facilities in the municipality. The construction and mechanisation of 20 boreholes in health facilities and communities have improved water supply and hygiene.
Additionally, the Assembly has emphasised the importance of community ownership and maintenance of public facilities to ensure long-term impact.
The completion of these projects is expected to improve the overall living standards of residents in the municipality.
Infrastructure Development Progress
The Assembly has undertaken extensive road reshaping works across key routes, including Akatsi township roads, Akatsi–Wuxor, Lume Avete–Kpota–Dzavega–Ohawu, and other feeder roads linking farming communities to markets.
A culvert has been constructed between Agapet and Akatsi, through Anyiheme to the bypass and Old Xavi road, to enhance accessibility and reduce flooding.
The completion of these projects is expected to improve the overall infrastructure of the municipality and enhance the living standards of residents.
Looking Ahead
The Assembly has reiterated its commitment to inclusive development, with future interventions prioritising youth employment, education, healthcare delivery, and infrastructure expansion across the municipality.
The MCE has emphasised the importance of community ownership and maintenance of public facilities to ensure long-term impact.
The progress made so far is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the Assembly and its stakeholders in driving development outcomes.
