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Western Region Water Company Pursues Customers in GH₵23m in Unpaid Bills

The Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) in the Western Region is owed over GH₵23 million by local customers, a debt that’s straining their ability to maintain water services. Acting Chief Manager Nana Yaw Barima Barnie announced a revenue mobilization campaign to retrieve these arrears, explaining that the GWCL relies heavily on customer payments for essential operations. The company, which is not government-funded, uses funds from bills to cover treatment chemicals, vehicle fuel, and maintenance costs. Officials plan to visit homes across the region, aiming to collect payments without resorting to disconnections, though defaulters may face cut-offs.

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Church of Jesus Christ Donates Computers to Support Ghana’s Western Regional Police.

On October 11, 2024, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints made a significant donation to the Western Regional Police Command in Ghana, presenting six desktop computers and three multifunction printers during a ceremony led by President Jacob Helland, Mission President of the Ghana Takoradi Mission.In his speech, President Helland emphasized the Church's commitment to law enforcement and appreciation for the sacrifices made by police officers. “We believe in obeying and sustaining the law,” he stated, expressing gratitude for the police's service and protection.Dr. F.K. Tsidi, Assistant Regional Commissioner of Police, accepted the donation on behalf of the police force and conveyed his heartfelt thanks, noting that the new equipment would enhance the police's operational and administrative efficiency.The donation, funded by voluntary tithing contributions from Church members, symbolizes the Church's strong ties with the local community and its ongoing […]

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Deputy Lands Minister Urges Western Region Communities to Join Fight Against Illegal Mining.

The Deputy Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, during a visit to the Western Region, has called on local communities to take an active stand against illegal mining (popularly known as "galamsey"). The minister emphasized that fighting galamsey requires collective effort, not only from government agencies but also from traditional leaders, local residents, and civil society. The government has been ramping up efforts, including military operations, to curtail the environmental damage caused by illegal mining, which has affected water bodies and farmlands across the region.The minister encouraged communities to report illegal activities, support sustainable mining practices, and protect their lands and resources for future generations. He highlighted that illegal mining poses long-term environmental risks and disrupts livelihoods in affected regions.

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Western Regional Minister Inaugurates Chemical Storage Facility to Boost Local Industry.

The Western Regional Minister, Kobby Otchere Darko Mensah, has announced plans to turn the Kejebil/Apowa road in Ahanta West District into a Free Zone, further enhancing the region’s industrial capacity. Speaking at the inauguration of a state-of-the-art chemical blending and storage facility built by 2EN Chemicals Limited, the minister highlighted how this initiative aligns with Ghana’s industrial development goals. The 15-tonne facility, a joint venture by Eco Natural Resources Limited and Ensol Energy Ghana Limited, is expected to significantly boost the extractive industry, particularly the upstream sector, while reducing the country’s reliance on imports.This facility marks a strategic collaboration between two Ghanaian businesses, demonstrating how local partnerships can drive value addition and position Ghana as a key player in the global supply chain. The CEO of the Petroleum Commission, Mr. Egbert Faibille Jnr, pledged the commission’s support to ensure the […]

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Ghana and China in Talks to Resume Stalled Sekondi-Takoradi Interchange Project.

The Ghanaian government is in negotiations with Chinese counterparts to resume work on the PTC Interchange project in the Sekondi-Takoradi metropolis, Western Region. This three-tier interchange, meant to boost road infrastructure and economic growth, stalled after the Chinese contractor left the site in January 2023. With 80% of the work completed, the government aims to finish the project within the year. Ongoing road improvements in the region, including the Takoradi-Elubo highway and Takoradi-Agona Nkwanta road, are also expected to enhance transportation and boost trade.

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Western Region Chiefs Criticize Oil Companies for Lack of Respect.

Paramount Chiefs in the Western Region have commended the Petroleum Commission (PC) for maintaining regular engagement with the Regional House of Chiefs over the past decade. However, the chiefs voiced frustration with the conduct of some oil field operators, accusing them of lacking respect for local chiefs.Awulae Attibrukusu III, Omanhene of Lower Axim, acknowledged the Petroleum Commission for showing respect to the chiefs but criticized other companies for failing to do the same. This was discussed during the Petroleum Commission’s annual meeting with the chiefs in Sekondi.The chiefs expressed dissatisfaction with the representatives sent by oil companies, who often lacked decision-making authority and deferred decisions to their superiors. In contrast, they praised Egbert Faibille, CEO of the Petroleum Commission, for his leadership and respect.Obrempong Hima Dekyi XIV, Paramount Chief of Upper Dixcove, raised concerns about the lack of consultation with […]

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Fisherfolk in Western Region Demand Transparency in Premix Fuel Fund Management.

Fisherfolk in the Western Region of Ghana are demanding transparency regarding the management of premix fuel funds. They accuse local Premix Fuel Committees of withholding financial reports for several years, particularly in the Shama District, where committees at nine landing beaches have not provided financial records for the past four years.Under the National Premix Fuel Committee Regulations (L.I. 2233), these committees are required to submit reports every three months and allocate 53% of revenue into a community fund for local development projects. However, fisherfolk claim this has not been done, with no transparency or accountability shown in the disbursement of funds.Chief Fisherman of Shama Apo, Safohene George Assefuah, expressed frustration over repeated attempts to retrieve financial reports, which have been ignored. He emphasized that the premix fuel funds belong to the community, not individuals, and the people have a right […]

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Residents of Western Region Demand Completion of Abandoned School Projects.

Residents of the Western Region, particularly in the Shama District, are raising concerns over the increasing number of abandoned infrastructure projects, especially in the education sector. Opinion leaders are calling on authorities to prioritize the completion of stalled school projects, as these delays negatively impact teaching and learning. One example is the Ohiamadwen D/A Primary, where a teachers' bungalow started under the NDC government in 2015 was abandoned following their loss in the 2016 elections. Another is a three-unit classroom block for Assorko Junior High School, initiated by former MP Ato Panford and the Shama District Assembly in 2019. This project was left unfinished when Ato Panford lost the NPP primaries that same year. Additionally, a polyclinic intended to serve over 68,000 people has been stuck at 85% completion since 2004. In the community of Asmoro Essaman, which has grown […]

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Rabies Cases Surge in Western and Greater Accra Regions: 793 Cases and 77 Deaths in Three Years.

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), alongside Ghana's Accelerating Social and Behavior Change (ASBC) programme and other animal health stakeholders, has raised concerns about the rising cases of rabies in Ghana, particularly in the Western and Greater Accra regions.At a press event for World Rabies Day 2024, the ASBC noted that dog bites and rabies cases are on the rise, with dogs being the main carriers of the virus. In 2023 alone, 331 suspected cases of rabies were recorded, with Greater Accra leading at 112 cases, followed by the Western Region with 102 cases, accounting for 64.65% of the total. Meanwhile, Bono, Oti, and Western North regions reported no cases. As of September 2024, there have been 31 confirmed animal rabies cases and 26 human deaths across nine regions in Ghana.The Chief Veterinary Officer of the Veterinary Services […]

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