Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Ghanaian Times
Published on 2024-04-12 08:14:40
A new health center and staff quarters have been officially opened in the town of Mepe, situated in the North Tongu District of the Volta Region in Ghana. This initiative was made possible through the collaboration of the Citi Foundation, the Ghana Chamber of Mines, and generous donations from the community. The total cost of the project was GH¢1.5 million and it aims to provide essential healthcare services to the residents of Mepe and surrounding areas, who were severely affected by the Akosombo dam spillage-induced floods.
Prior to the establishment of this health center, residents had to travel to Battor Catholic Hospital for medical care due to the flooding that had submerged their Community Health-based Planning Services (CHPS) compounds. The new facility will play a crucial role in alleviating the healthcare burden on the community and offering much-needed relief to those who were displaced by the floods that occurred in October of the previous year.
During the inauguration ceremony of the health center, the Citi Foundation also distributed various relief items such as rice, mattresses, cooking oil, pillows, milk, gari, beans, clothes, and detergents to the residents. This gesture was part of the ongoing efforts to support those affected by the natural disaster.
Samuel Atta-Mensah, the Chief Executive Officer of Citi FM/Citi TV, emphasized the importance of providing infrastructure support to the community in addition to immediate relief efforts. He expressed gratitude to the sponsors and donors who contributed to the construction of the health center, which was completed within a short period of two and a half months.
The President of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, Joshua Mortoti, highlighted the chamber’s commitment to improving the overall well-being of communities beyond their mining areas. He announced a financial contribution of GH¢400,000 towards the construction of a 10-unit toilet facility for the people of Mepe and pledged to equip the health center with modern medical equipment.
Divine Fenu, the District Chief Executive, assured the community of his commitment to maintaining the health center and supporting ongoing resettlement projects in the area. Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, acknowledged the significance of the health center in enhancing healthcare delivery and promised to provide resources for its sustainability.
The District Health Director, Michael Zigah, recognized the positive impact the health center would have on healthcare accessibility in the region. Leaders from the Mepe Traditional Area and the Mepe Development Association expressed their gratitude to the donors and appealed for continued support to further improve the well-being of the community.
In conclusion, the inauguration of the new health center in Mepe represents a significant milestone in providing essential healthcare services to a community that has been severely impacted by natural disasters. Through collaborative efforts and generous donations, the project aims to improve the quality of life for residents and contribute to the overall development of the region.
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