By Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Reymond Awusei Johnson
Published on 2024-01-20 16:49:47
In response to the urgent need for assistance in flood-affected areas, USAID has taken a proactive stance by providing financial support to ensure the continuity of education in the affected areas. According to the US Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia Palmer, the collaboration between Ghana and the United States has saved thousands of lives during the flood crisis.
Many communities and schools were severely impacted during the flood crisis, with many being submerged or converted into camps to house displaced residents. Recognizing the severity of the situation, the United States Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Virginia Palmer, highlighted the substantial benefits derived from the collaboration between Ghana and the United States during an official visit alongside the Minister for Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum.
USAID and UNICEF have played active roles in restoring teaching and learning in flooded areas, providing crucial assistance to both schools and communities grappling with the aftermath. Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, the Minister for Education, encouraged parents in the affected regions to take advantage of the government’s free Senior High School (SHS) policy and enroll their children in school.
The challenges posed by the floods were acknowledged by the minister, who underscored the importance of education as a key avenue for long-term recovery and community resilience. Additionally, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Member of Parliament for North Tongu, mentioned that numerous initiatives have been set in motion to reconstruct the affected communities and schools.
The collaborative efforts between the government, international organizations, and local communities aim to rebuild infrastructure and create an environment conducive to learning, fostering hope and rejuvenation in the aftermath of the natural disaster. Through these collective efforts, there is hope for the affected areas to recover and rebuild in the face of the devastating flood crisis.
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