Stakeholders meeting on Municipal Environmental Sanitation Strategy Action Plan (MESSAP) 2024-2028
DATE OF MEETING: 3rd April, 2025
LOCATION: Lower Manya Krobo Municipal Assembly Hall
ATTENDEES:
• Municipal Coordinating Director (MCD)
• Heads of Departments/ Units/Agencies
• Assembly members
• Zoomlion District Manager
• NADMO
Introduction
This report details the proceedings of the stakeholder’s engagement meeting for the preparation of the Municipal Environmental and Sanitation Strategic Action Plan (MESSAP).
Objectives of the Engagement
The primary objectives of the meeting were to:
• Present and discuss the final draft of the MESSAP document to the key stakeholders.
• Foster a collaborative environment for ongoing stakeholder participation.
Meeting Proceedings
• Welcome and introductions
The meeting was opened by Mr. Selom K. Tibu (MCD), who welcomed participants and emphasized the Municipality’s commitment to environmental sustainability and the purpose of the meeting. Participants introduced themselves and their respective organizations/roles.
• Presentation on MESSAP Overview
A comprehensive presentation was delivered covering;
– The rationale and objectives of the MESSAP
– The scope of the plan, including key environmental domains (e.g., waste management, water resources)
– Monitoring and evaluation of the previous MESSAP document,
– The importance of stakeholder engagement in ensuring the plan’s relevance and effectiveness.
• Open Forum and Discussion:
– An open forum allowed stakeholders to voice their concerns, perspectives, and priorities.
• Identification of Environmental Challenges: Stakeholders identified a range of pressing environmental issues such as:
– Inadequate skip containers, improper solid waste management, poor drainage system, and inadequate public sanitation facilities.
• Stakeholders raised concerns about financial constraints impeding the progress of the plan.
Key Outcomes and Recommendations:
• A strong foundation for stakeholder collaboration was established.
• The importance of a participatory and inclusive approach was reinforced.
• It was also recommended that due to financial constraints, projected plans and programs should be limited to ensure that the plans are met within the stipulated time frame of the MESSAP.
Conclusion
The stakeholder’s engagement meeting was a successful and productive event. It provided a valuable platform for dialogue and collaboration, and it laid the ground for the implementation of the Municipal Environmental and Sanitation Strategy Action Plan (MESSAP). The strong engagement and commitment demonstrated by stakeholders bode well for the successful implementation of the MESSAP.