COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT – ADENTAN MUNICIPAL ASSEMBLY

HOLLAND GREENTECH LAUNCHES ADENTA COMMUNITY GARDEN AT FAFRAHA

MIS UNIT — Mon, 04 Mar 2024 13:49:10 +0000

A new initiative by Holland Greentech was unveiled at the Fafraha Community Senior High School campus in the Adentan Municipality on Friday, 1st March 2024. The Adenta Community Garden project aims to provide residents with valuable skills in vegetable cultivation and entrepreneurship.

Participants in the project will have the opportunity to learn how to grow a variety of crops, including peppers, maize, cucumbers, tomatoes, eggplants, and more.

The garden boasts a variety of crops and vegetables such as different types of peppers, sweet corn, various cucumbers, tomatoes, eggplants, kohlrabi, cabbage, lettuce, watermelon, eggplant, okra, carrots, spring onions, mint, celery and more.

Holland Greentech, a social enterprise with a strong track record in horticulture across Africa, will be providing inputs, technical support, and training to help participants achieve success in their agricultural ventures.

The Ambassador of the Netherlands to Ghana, H.E. Mr Jeroen Verheul-Dutch, emphasized the importance of farming and smart agriculture in boosting incomes and ensuring food security.

He highlighted the success of the Netherlands, a small country with a thriving agricultural sector, as an example for Ghana to follow.

The Adenta Community Garden project is a collaborative effort involving Holland Greentech, Defarmercist, the Horticulture Business Platform (HBP), the Netherlands embassy to Ghana, the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, and the Adentan Municipal Assembly.

The launch event was attended by esteemed dignitaries, including the Ambassador of the Netherlands to Ghana, H.E. Mr Jeroen Verheul-Dutch, the founder of Holland Greentech International, Mr Norbert van der Straaten, Ms Celestina Danso Arhin, Country Director of Holland Greentech Ghana, Ms Catherine Krobo Adusei, chairperson of Horticulture Business Platform (HBP), Ms Portia Edu-Essandoh, Deputy Coordinating Director of Adentan Municipal Assembly, Mr Edward Fayah, Headmaster of Fafraha Community Senior High School (FACOSH) and representatives from various organizations.

Overall, the Adenta Community Garden project represents an exciting opportunity for residents to gain valuable skills, generate income, and contribute to food security in their communities.

SOURCE: ISD, ADENTAN

Local Government Minister Visits AdMA to Monitor Progress of GARID Project

EdBondzie — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 14:23:38 +0000

The Deputy Minister for Local Government and Rural Development, Hon. Martin Adjei Mensah-Korsah, recently paid a working visit to the Adentan Municipality. The purpose of the visit was to inspect the progress of the Greater Resilient Integrated Development (GARID) project, which aims to reduce flooding in the Greater Accra Municipal Areas.

During the visit, the Minister toured the municipality and was given a warm welcome by the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Hon. Nii-Noi Adumuah. The MCE expressed his gratitude for the doubling of funds allocated for this year’s project.

To provide a visual representation of the flood-prone areas within the municipality, the MCE presented a pictorial display. He highlighted the water bodies surrounding these areas, which have been expertly maintained to serve as water retention ponds. The objective of these ponds is to increase water holding capacity and ultimately reduce flooding in these vulnerable regions.

As part of the GARID project, several storm and earth drains have been dredged, including Aben wo ha, Arapaj, and Prison Junction. These drains were not only serviced using project funds but also through the Municipality’s internally generated fund (IGF).

The GARID project focuses on dredging existing storm drains, earth drains, and constructing concrete drains to mitigate flooding. Additionally, public education on behavior change is a key component of the project.

The working visit by the Local Government Minister was an opportunity to assess the progress of the GARID project, which is crucial in ensuring the resilience and safety of the Greater Accra Municipal Areas. Through its various initiatives, the project aims to curb the devastating effects of flooding and create a safer environment for residents.

SOURCE: ISD, ADENTAN

ADENTAN MUNICIPAL PLANNING COORDINATING UNIT EMBARKS ON SECOND QUARTER COMPOSITE MONITORING EXERCISE

EdBondzie — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 12:44:29 +0000

Adentan Municipal Planning Coordinating Unit recently carried out a comprehensive monitoring exercise during the second quarter of the year. The purpose of the exercise was to assess the progress of ongoing projects within the municipality and ensure they were being executed according to schedule and within the allocated budget. The monitoring exercise took place over a two-day period, from June 13th to June 14th, 2023, and involved a team of experienced professionals, selected Assembly members, and a municipal auditor.

One of the key sites visited by the monitoring team was a four-story semi-detached staff bungalow, which was reported to be 85% complete. The progress on this project was deemed satisfactory, and it was anticipated that it would be finished on time. Additionally, a reproductive health center in Ashalley Botwe was inspected and found to be 80% complete with no significant challenges reported.

However, at the two-story six-unit classroom block in Adjiringanor, the monitoring team observed that the construction was still ongoing and only 35% complete. Assembly members expressed concern over the slow progress of this project and urged the contractor to expedite the work in order to meet the agreed-upon timeline.

During the visit to the Sutsuruna Zonal Council project, it was discovered that the contractor had extended the building to a third floor. However, the progress on this floor was only at 5% completion. In light of this, the assembly member for the area proposed that a portion of the school park be cleared to construct a market, which would help relocate squatters from the road.

The monitoring team also visited other project sites, including the Fish for Development project (FIDEP), where landscaping and paving works were underway. At the AdMA Community School Classroom Block, the contractor reported that approximately 25% of the project had been completed.

Overall, the monitoring exercise proved successful in identifying any challenges and delays in the ongoing projects. It enabled the Municipal Planning Coordinating Unit to take necessary measures to ensure projects are completed within the stipulated timeframe and budget. Going forward, similar monitoring exercises will be conducted periodically to maintain accountability and oversight over all ongoing projects within the municipality.

SOURCE: ISD, ADENTAN

AdMA JOINS THE 60+FOUNDATION TO LAUNCH “AGE WITH A SMILE” CAMPAIGN.

EdBondzie — Thu, 04 May 2023 14:58:12 +0000

The 60+ Foundation, in partnership with the Adentan Municipal Assembly, launched a project campaign called “Age with a Smile” on Sunday, April 30, 2023. The project aims to bring hope and support to the elderly and other members of the community who are approaching retirement or are no longer in active service.

The founder and president of the 60+ Foundation, Mr. Felix Osum Boafo, revealed that the foundation plans to build Care Centers in all regional capitals of the country to cater to the health needs of the elderly. The Adentan Municipal Assembly will be given the honor of having the first Care Center, as it is the foundation’s home-based district.

In his statement, Mr. Boafo added, “Just to elaborate a little on the Care Center, plans are far advanced as we prepare to construct this facility in some major cities of the country. But since Adentan Municipal area is our home-based constituency, this facility will be constructed first and foremost in this Municipal area. We are calling on all partners who can collaborate with us to make life interesting and enjoyable for our elderly.”

The Adentan Municipal Chief Executive, Honorable Alexander Nii-Noi Adumuah, also expressed his support for the project. He mentioned that the assembly is collaborating with the University of Ghana and the Center for Aging Studies to make life easier for the elderly in the municipality. He further explained that Adentan is home to a significant number of aging individuals, and it is the assembly’s duty to ensure their well-being.

“It is only in Adentan that you can get a good number of people, whether they are international civil servants or government service people. When you go to any particular place in Adentan, you are likely to get people who we say are aging. We are collaborating with the University of Ghana and the Center for Aging Studies as part of the areas for them to do their studies and work so the Assembly can also benefit from the elderly,” said Hon. Adumuah.

The ceremony concluded with testimonies from beneficiaries and solidarity messages from partner groups. The launch of the “Age with a Smile” project has generated a lot of interest and support from the community, and it is expected to have a significant impact on the lives of the elderly in Adentan and beyond.

SOURCE: ISD,ADENTAN.

Adentan Municipal Assembly Donates Food Items to Muslim Community to End Fasting

EdBondzie — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 14:52:13 +0000

On Friday, April 21st, 2023, the Adentan Municipal Assembly donated food items to the Muslim community to mark the end of their 30-day fasting with EID celebrations.

The MCE, Hon. Alexander Nii-Noi Adumuah, presented 50 bags of 5×5 rice and 25 boxes of cooking oil, twelve in each box, to the Chief Imam of Adentan.

During the presentation, the MCE said, “This year has been so good, Easter was just celebrated, and Muslims also just ended their fasting, and I can say God’s blessings should be on us 100 percent.”

He added that this is just a small token from the assembly to various communities to help in their Eid celebrations.

The Chief Imam expressed his gratitude to the MCE for his thoughtful gesture. “Thank you for thinking about us as the Muslim community. May Allah bless you and make your paths smooth as an assembly,” he said.

The Youth Chief of Adentan, Alhaji Abdul Razak Alhassan, who was present at the presentation, said the food items would be presented to all the various mosques within the Adentan community.

The NPP Nasara wing of the Adentan Municipal, Hajj D.D Adams, said the items are a “Gudumuah” from the assembly to be shared among all Muslims.

The donation was well received by the Muslim community in Adentan, and it will undoubtedly help to make their EID celebrations more enjoyable. The Adentan Municipal Assembly’s gesture is a testament to the importance of promoting unity and understanding among the various religious groups in the municipality.

As we continue to navigate through challenging times, it is important to support and show compassion to one another regardless of our religious beliefs. The Adentan Municipal Assembly’s donation is a remarkable example of how small gestures of kindness can have a significant impact on the lives of others.

SOURCE: ISD

NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE AUTHORITY (NHIA) GIVES BIRTH TO A NEW DIGITAL APP CALLED “MyNHIS APP”.

EdBondzie — Mon, 23 Jan 2023 12:13:32 +0000

The National health insurance Authority (NHIA) office in Adentan held a stakeholder engagement for its facilities within the Adentan Municipality. The engagement was held on the 19^th and 20^th of January 2023 at the AdMA conference hall to help train and educate their health administrators in health facilities within the municipality about its new APP innovation called “MyNHIS APP”.

Speaking to Robert Nii Adotey Allotey, MIS officer for Adentan NHIS District office, in an interview he said that, Costumers could access NHIS service through “MyNHIS APP”, including self-registration and renewal, registration and renewal for third parties, frequently asked questions about NHIS and linking ones Ghana card to the NHIS card can be ascertained on the APP without having to visit their office.

According to him, this APP can be found on google play store and equally on apple store and further explained that all you need to do is to download the App and with the help of your Ghana card, you can generate digital card for yourself to use it to access healthcare.

He further explained that beneficiaries are only restricted when they do not have access to a smart phone and internet.

“The NHIS is utilizing technology by creating mobile application to ensure that members may easily access the services of the NHIS scheme outside their home” according to him.

In an interaction with a stakeholder, she said that, the innovation is very convenient as compared to previously means of accessing healthcare since it will save them the stress of going to their office.

She added that, “this will go a long way to help Ghanaians have access to general healthcare.

SOURCE: ISD, ADENTAN.

THE SKILLS TOWARDS EMPLOYMENT AND PRODUCTIVITY (STEP) PROGRAMME OPENED.

EdBondzie — Sat, 26 Nov 2022 11:52:27 +0000

The STEP is a set of Artisanal Skills Training Programme tailored for skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled youth in Ghana, to enable them take advantage of employment and entrepreneurial opportunities. The Programme uses a mix of Technical, Vocational, Apprentinship and Entrepreneurships Models under the National Youth Authority.

This first phase of the STEP (Piloting phase) covers four main trade areas such as Hair dressing, Dress making, Make up/Cosmetology and Installation of Digital(Satellites).

A ceremony was organized on Friday 25^th November 2022 at the Resurrection Methodist Church in Adentan to usher in twenty-.eight (28) beneficiaries from the various communities within the Adentan Municipal Assembly

The MCE in his welcome address said the youth is the future of every nation and tasked all beneficiaries of the Programme to take the opportunity presented with the new skills and training they would acquire.

‘’You will be learning new skills a lot of skills that can make you an employer, you will get the chance to impact knowledge on others and also make more money’’ he added.

The Deputy Chief Executive of the National Youth Authority in charge of Finance and Administration said the Authority advocate for youth development and the need for training in employable skills.

She advised the beneficiaries to take their training seriously ‘’because training makes you better, and for everything you learn from today continue to train yourself and pray always’ ’she said. Beyond training beneficiaries were presented with training kits to make them empowered and productive after acquiring the skills.

The Municipal Head of the National Youth Authority Madam Humu Kulsum Ibrahim said, the Authority would expand the Programme to take more people for training in future and thanked all those who made the Programme successful.

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) Hon. Daniel Alexander Nii Noi Adumuah, the MCD Madam Jemima Tsina Apedo Hon. Joseph Odai Boye, the presiding member, Madam Akosua Asabre, the Deputy Executive in charge of Finance and Administration, Mr. Ekow Eshun, head of Human Resource from the National Youth Authority and Assembly Members from the various communities within the Adentan Municipal Assembly were there to grace the occasion.

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THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT UNIT EMBARKED ON MONITERING OF COMMUNITY BASED ORGANISATION

MIS — Thu, 10 Jun 2021 17:20:06 +0000

The Community Development Unit of the Adentan Municipal Assembly has embarked on a monitoring exercise to observe twenty (20) study group meetings which comprises of fourteen (14) groups in the four (4) administrative zones in the municipality.

The exercise monitored five (5) women group activities which was centered on social concerns, such as education on the new variant of the Covid-19 protocols and its management, education on security tips within their vicinity, education on waste management and the importance of sanitation in their environment.

During the monitoring, the field officers used the child protection flash card on to engage food vendors and other market women in strategic food selling joints on the responsibility of children at their various homes. The field officers reviewed that, to clear the gender stereotype against the girl child, parents should make it clear that both the girl child and the boy child can do the domestic chores equally in order to have enough energy to attend school and acquire the needed skills and knowledge. The monitoring team of the Community Development Unit also mobilized community members for the toolkit education programme on social issues, which the field officers had the privilege to educate residents in parts of the municipality. A community like Borteman Hills had a bit of the child protection and social welfare issues.

A home visit was also embarked on by the team and during the visit, it was revealed by the community members that, issues relating to sanitation, security, health, tax payment among others are issues facing them.

During the home visit interactions, few observations were acknowledged and raised as follows;

That most children do not go to school due to lack of funds from parents.
That activities of drug addicts in some parts of the community pose threats to the developmental growth of children in all aspects within the municipality.
The field officers also observed that, irresponsible parenting pose a serious threat with regards to child upbringing.

The exercise was successfully monitored seeing about 24 women and 15 men participating in the meeting.