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Ahafo Ano South East District Assembly empowers PWD’s

The Ahafo Ano South East District Assembly has presented packages, goods and logistics to some physically challenged persons within the district to empower them in the areas of social, economic, health, education and income-generating activities.

Date Created : 7/25/2022 12:00:00 AM : Story Author : Susana Danso/Ghanadistricts.com

The District Chief Executive (DCE) for the area Mr. Thomas Owusu Ansah said the donation formed part of the life touching initiatives of the President of Ghana, aimed at empowering PWD’s economically through the utilization of the items received in their various fields of vocation and assured that the government would continue to place emphasis on PWDs.

He indicated that the government has put in place more sustainable and efficient ways to assist them to contribute effectively to the development of the District and the country at large.

Mr. Owusu Ansah advised the beneficiaries not to divert or misapply the items but should use them to trade and utilize the profits to cater for themselves and their dependants and also said a monitoring team would go round from time to time to check the progress the beneficiaries are making and to offer advice where necessary.

The beneficiaries lauded the Assembly for its maximum support and pleaded for their continuous support adding that the gesture would go a long way to improve their livelihood and enhance their dignity.