The District Chief Executive for Anloga District, Honourable Sandra Seyram Kpedor has called on residents to take ownership of state facilities and be responsible for protecting them.
According to her, residents must take ownership of these state infrastructure facilities as a way of protecting them, as it is only then that they can ensure their sustainability, lifespan, durability and ensure their proper maintenance for the benefit of future generations.
The DCE made this call during a short ceremony to commission potable water facility for some three communities in the Dzita-Agbledomi Electoral area.
These beneficiary communities were; Amemeliowokorpe, Tsogbarkorpe, and Alakorpe
The project was initiated through a partnership between the Anloga District Assembly and its Canadian-based development partner, Strengthening Investments in Gender-Responsive Climate Adaptation. (SIGRA)
Addressing residents at the ceremony, the DCE emphasized that while the provision of safe drinking water remains a key priority of the Assembly, the sustainability of such projects largely depends on the commitment of beneficiary communities to protect and maintain them.
“These water facilities have been provided to improve access to safe and clean drinking water and enhance the quality of life of our people. However, their longevity will depend on how well the communities take care of them. I urge residents to see these facilities as their own and ensure that they are properly maintained for generations to come,”
The DCE stated.
Madam Sandra noted that access to potable water is critical to public health, sanitation, and community development, adding that the Assembly remains committed to collaborating with development partners to address the basic needs of residents across the district.
The newly commissioned facilities are expected to provide a reliable source of safe drinking water for hundreds of residents in the three communities, reducing the risks associated with unsafe water sources and contributing to improved health outcomes.
SIGRA is a Government of Canada-funded initiative implemented by Cowater International and NETRIGHT to improve the resilience of Ghanaian citizens. The project specifically targets vulnerable groups, women, and girls in the Northern and Volta regions
The project forms part of the Assembly’s broader efforts to expand access to essential social services and improve the living conditions of communities throughout the district.
