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Sunyani West: Assembly supports PWDs

Nineteen (19) People with disabilities in the Sunyani West Municipality of the Bono region have been provided with range of items totaling an amount of 39, 400. 00 to enable them earn a living.

Date Created : 8/12/2024 12:00:00 AM : Story Author : Ghanadistricts.com

The support aligns with their share of the District Assembly Common Fund (DACF), meant to address the needs of persons with Disabilities in various aspect of their life.

They were provided with refrigerator, Sawing machine, industrial machine, payment of school fees, medical bills and startup capital to help create sustainable opportunities for them, recognizing their potential support to contribute meaningfully to the local economy.

The startup tools and capital are expected to assist the beneficiaries in acquiring the necessary resources and materials to establish and sustain their new businesses.

Addressing the beneficiaries during the presentation, Mr. Evans Kusi Boadum, the Municipal Chief Executive said the initiative aligns with the broader efforts to reduce unemployment among them and enhanced their overall quality of life and promote inclusivity.

He urged the beneficiaries to consider the support as investment and use it wisely to acquire the necessary resources, equipment and materials that would contribute to the growth and profitability of their new businesses.

Mariam Gariba from the Social Welfare Department caution the beneficiaries against selling the items but make good use of it to improve their livelihoods.

She warned that the department would take monitoring exercise to ensure the beneficiaries are utilizing the items effectively.