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Empowering Youth through Entrepreneurship: UNDP Youth Empowerment Programme

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On October 3rd and 4th, 2024, the National Youth Authority (NYA) collaborated with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) to host a comprehensive youth training program focused on entrepreneurship for bead makers. The two-day event took place at the Lower Manya Municipal Assembly Conference Hall, bringing together 20 enthusiastic participants, comprising 13 females and 7 males.
In Empowering Youth through Entrepreneurship, we had a Comprehensive Training Modules.
The training program covered a wide range of topics, including:
Marketing Strategies: Participants learned effective marketing techniques to promote their bead-making businesses and reach a wider customer base.
Practical Skills: Hands-on training sessions enabled participants to refine their bead-making skills and develop new products.
Packaging and Branding: Experts shared insights on attractive packaging and branding methods to enhance product appeal.
Entrepreneurship: Participants gained knowledge on starting and managing successful businesses, including financial management and planning.
Cross-Banding: Training on cross-banding techniques to create unique and innovative designs.
Business Registration: Participants understood the benefits and process of registering their businesses.
Trading with AfCFTA: Guidelines on how to leverage the African Continental Free Trade Area to expand their businesses and access new markets.
This initiative aimed to equip young bead makers with the necessary skills and knowledge to establish and grow successful enterprises, contributing to the country’s economic growth and development. By empowering youth through entrepreneurship, the program seeks to foster innovation, creativity, and self-employment opportunities.

MPCU MEETING ON THE 12TH SEPTEMBER, 2024

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The Municipal Planning and Co-ordinating Unit under the Lower Manya Krobo Municipal Assembly organized series of Presentations and Discussions on the 12th of September, 2024 at the Municipal Assembly conference hall.
The Right to Information Officer, Richard Asante Odei sensitized the gathering on the Right to Information Act (ACT 989). His presentation was centred on the background of the Act, Legal Foundation, the importance, The Right to Information Commission, the exemptions in the Act, the offences as well as the penalties in the Act. He further explained the processes of writing applications to seek for an information per what the Act says. Several questions and suggestions were asked on the Act.
The Municipal Deputy Director, Alhassan Yahaya in his presentation highlighted on the District Assembly Performance Assessment Tool (DPAT). He stated that the DPAT is an instrument for assessing the performance of MMDAs and for determining the allocation of the District Assembly Common Fund (DACF) and Responsiveness Factor Grant (RFG) to MMDAs. He also stated the objectives and the importance of the DPAT in order to make governance more transparent and accountable.
Another presentation and discussion were done by the Assistant District Planning Officers, Abdul-Majeed Issahaku and Duncan Esi Jesiwa Elizabeth on the indicators of the District Assembly Performance Tool (DPAT), the Revised Annual Action Plan 2024 and Annual Action Plan 2025 and also the District Development Data Platform (DDDP), where they cautioned all the departmental heads to submit their reports on time in order for them to upload it unto the Data Platform (DDDP).
The meeting saw attendance from the various heads of department in the Municipality and other Stakeholders.
BY: Abraham Tettey Wayo
MIO: Lower Manya Krobo

REASSESSMENT OF LEAP AND GHANA NATIONAL HOUSE-HOLD REGISTRY (GNHR) PROGRAM

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On the 11th of September,2024 a team from Accra from the Ministry of Gender and Social Protection visited Lower Manya Krobo Municipal Assembly to introduce a program called Ghana National House-Hold Registry (GNHR).
The Team leader gave a brief technical summary of the communities targeted for this exercise. Eleven (11) communities were shortlisted based on the Ghana Statistical Service data on the Multi-Dimensional Population Census 2021. In this census, 11 communities were said to be extremely poor.
This initiative is targeted at giving relief to the extremely poor. So scientific data collection will be used to ascertain the households affected in those 11 communities mainly in the middle belt of Lower Manya Krobo. This will also help to streamline data on LEAP beneficiaries by giving social Welfare the correct data to use.
In conclusion, all the stakeholders agreed on the way forward that there must be a community sensitization to help them embrace the Ghana National House-Hold Registry (GNHR).
For more information, we find more details on their website: www.gnhr.gov.gh

NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR CIVIC EDUCATION LOWER MANYA KROBO- ODUMASE HELD THE INTER PARTNER DIAQUE COMMITTEE MEETING (IPDC) HELD ON THE 29th AUGUST,2024 AT THE MUNICIPAL ASSEMBLY HALL

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The programme commenced at 11: 00am with an opening prayer by Rev. Samuel B. Lawerteh.
Mr. Joshua Kpordzi from NCCE leads the committee for self-introduction.
The purpose of the meeting was enlightened by the Municipal Directed Mr. David L. Ansah of
NCCE, with the theme “Together We Can Build Ghana, So Get Involved”. He spoke about how the IPDC came into being. He also touched on the duties of the IPDC and the need to have such a committee.
Mr. James Awumey the director for Commission on Human Right and Administrative Justices
(CHRAJ was the facilitator of the programme took us through some key points we need to look at in this political era. MONEY IN POLITICS, MISINFORMATION /DISINFORMATION, RELIGIOUS TOLERANCE AND ELECTORAL VIOLENCE. He tasked all stakeholders to perform their duties diligently before, during and after election 2024 and be young. He said Lower Manya Krobo has been peaceful over the years so he express confidence this year’s election will also be peaceful. He urges all the members to help the electoral commission to perform it task in order to promote peace.
Mr. Kwabene Asare, the Lower Manya Krobo Municipal Police Commander lied emphases on misinformation and disinformation which has been their biggest challenge. He said they occasionally receive erroneous information, which causes fear and panic in the system and advised party leaders to be cautious. “Information is like a raw material; you must process the information you receive into intelligence before you move”. The commander emphasized that hate speech and false information are factors that contribute to violence and asked them to put their policies first rather than participating in hate speech. He warned political parties against engaging in actions that could jeopardize the nation and stability of Lower Manya Krobo.
Mrs. Ophelia Ankrah, the Eastern Regional Director of National Commission for Civic Education
(NCCE), said peace is critical and that everyone should priorities peace so that the country will not be disturbed. She advised both parties to instill peace in their subordinates during and after elections. She added by saying elections are not about battling each other but about implementing policies that serve the needs of the people. She also talked about the revolution time which she witnessed. It was terrifying so we must not allow polities or election to damage the county while we continue to enjoy our peace.
Manye Horgbayo also advise the political parties to talk to their followers about peace and not to use abusive language in the upcoming election because it the potency causing disturbance in the community. She also edges the NCCE to convey their education to communities and houses, which she firmly believes will contribute to peace their preaching
Political parties, religious leaders, and other stakeholders graced the occasion.
The meeting ended with a closing praver by the Imam of Agormanya Mosque (Mr. Yunciga Issah) at 12:15 pm.

GHANA ENTERPRISES AGENCY TRAINED ARTISANS

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The Ghana Enterprises Agency in collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation organized a four-day training for artisans in the lower Manya Krobo Municipality from 22nd to 27th August, 2024 at the Municipal Assembly Conference Hall. The training aimed to address skills gaps, promote quality workmanship and increase employability among the skilled crafted persons and their apprentices.
The facilitator of the program, Mr Joseph Tetteh trained the artisans on the adoption of growth mindset, embracing challenges and continuous learning to foster their personal and business growth. He also touched on entrepreneurship by highlighting the traits of successful entrepreneurs, including risk-taking, resilience, innovation and also outlined the steps in turning ideas into a successful business.
He taught them customer service excellence focusing on the importance of providing outstanding customer service, which includes active listening, empathy, and leveraging feedback to build loyalty. Business management was also key aspects of managing a business, including operations, financial management, human resources and marketing, along with the tools and techniques to streamlined processes.
The training covered business setup, where he highlighted the fundamental steps of setting up a business, such as idea validation, business planning, legal setup, and marketing strategies to overcome initial challenges.
The artisan training program was a significant step toward building the capacity of the artisans. The program also met its objectives, with participants showing marked improvement in skills and knowledge. Future programs should incorporate feedback to further enhance effectiveness and impact.
BY: Abraham Tettey Wayo.
MIO: Lower Manya Krobo.

YOWE LAUNCHED ‘YOWE HIV/AIDS VOLUNTEERISM PROJECT’

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Youth and Women Empowerment (YOWE), an NGO in the Lower Manya Krobo Municipality on 1st August, 2024 launched the ‘YOWE HIV and AIDS Volunteerism Project’, at the Municipal Assembly Conference Hall. The program is founded by Star Ghana Foundation.
Mr. Emmanuel Nuetey Siakwa, Executive Director for YOWE in his speech stated that the HIV patients in the Lower Manya Krobo is about 35% of the total figure of HIV/AIDS patients Nationwide which is very alarming and the earlier something is done about it the better. He said this has necessitated the formation of the project with the objective to reduce the impact to at least 10% if not total eradication hence the name Reducing the impact of HIV and AIDS through Volunteerism in the Lower Manya Krobo Municipality’.
Making a presentation on the issue, a representative from Atua and the St. Martins Hospital updated the gathering on the state of treatment for the HIV clients. According to the representative of Atua Government Hospital, as at June 2024, Thousand Six Hundred and Fifty-Nine (1,659) people visited their facility for treatment, only Five Hundred and Forty-Two (542) comprising One Hundred and Twenty-Five (125) males and Four Hundred and Seventeen ( 417) females are on regular treatment. The representative from St. Martins Hospital also stated that Five Thousand Two Hundred and Three (5,203) clients reported for the treatment of the virus, and only Thousand Seven Hundred and Forty-Seven (1,747) comprising Six Hundred and Thirty-Nine (639) males and Thousand One Hundred and Eight (1,108) females are on regular treatment. Judging from the two submissions, out of a total of Six Thousand Eight Hundred and Sixty-Two (6,862) clients, only Two Thousand Two Hundred and Eighty-Nine (2,289) are on regular treatment, whilst Four Thousand Five Hundred and Seventy-Three (4,573) have stopped visiting the facilities. Both hospitals have lost contacts with these clients due to failure to do follow-up. When personnel of the facilities investigated as to why the clients stopped visiting for treatment the following observations such as stigma and discrimination, treatment fatigue, amongst others were made. According to the health professionals, the clients who receive regular treatment and maintain an undetectable viral load (UVL) are less likely to transmit the virus to others through sexual contact.
Presenting to the gathering on the aims and objectives of the project, a representative from the YOWE stated that ‘The project seeks to equip and support community volunteers to help improve adherence and reduce ART (Anti-Retroviral Therapy) defaulting rate by at least 10% among persons living with HIV/AIDS in the Lower Manya Municipality’. Expected volunteers to be equipped to help undertake this project are community volunteers, community nurses, retired nurses, and queen mothers.
Rtd. Cat. Mercy Fiagbor, the Vice Chairman of YOWE, officially launched the project.
Representatives from the Lower Manya Krobo Municipal Assembly, Municipal Health Directorate, Atua Government Hospital, St. Martins Hospital, Lower Manya Queen Mothers, Rite FM, Ghana Web, and YOWE signed a stakeholders’ commitment pledge to ensure this project is successful.
By: Abraham Tettey Wayo
MIO: Lower Manya Krobo.

CLIENT SERVICE TRAINING IN LOWER MANYA KROBO MUNICIPAL ASSEMBLY

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On the 22nd May, 2024 Lower Manya Krobo Municipal Assembly had training on client Service operational Manual for all staff in the Municipal Assembly Hall.
This is to ensure the attainment of the vision of Local Government Service (LGS) as a world-class, Decentralized and client-oriented service in all the MMDAs.
As part of the rollout, OHLGS sent two Regional Trainers in the person of Cyril D. Xatse and Alexander Gasu to Facilitate onward training of all members in Lower Manya Krobo Municipal Assembly.
The training was successful and was engaging.

STAKEHOLDERS’ ENGAGEMENT ON PAYROLL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

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On Thursday, 4th July 2024, the Electronic Salary Payment Voucher (ESPV) unit at the Controller and Accountant General Department in Accra, Ghana convened a meeting with all stakeholders of the various institutions within the Lower Manya Krobo Municipality at the Municipal Assembly Conference Hall. The purpose of the engagement was to educate all stakeholders on the payroll management system.
Mr. Felix Asare Ohene from ESPV in his initial presentation elaborated on the functions of the Payroll Processing Division (PPD) such as; payroll processing, salary disbursement, tax deductions, and other related aspects. He also educated them on the ESPV setup, the steps to do validations and the relevant information on the new format of validation. All questions about the challenges stakeholders faced when it comes to validation were addressed by the ESPV team.
In the subsequent presentation, Mr. Felix Asare Ohene again educated them on certain terms like invalidated staff, unverified staff, unauthorized reactivation and nominal roll as well as what to do when faced with challenges related to aforementioned issues.
He stressed on the importance of nominal roll, advising that every institution must have it as it is crucial to ensure accurate payroll processing, employee verification, human resource management, audit and accountability, amongst others. Nominal roll are to be on the spreadsheet for efficiency instead of pdf or word Mr. Felix Asare Ohene said.
By: Abraham Tettey Wayo
MIO: Lower Manya Krobo.

STAKEHOLDERS’ ENGAGEMENT ON POSSIBLE AKOSOMBO DAM SPILLAGE

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The Volta River Authority (VRA) annual ‘Emergency Preparedness Plan’ for awareness creation for stakeholders in the Lower Manya Krobo Municipality was held on 24th July, 2024 at the Municipal Assembly Conference Hall.
The objective of this engagement was to enlighten the stakeholders on communities that are likely to be affected in an event the Akosombo Dam is spill and precautionary measure they are to take.
Speaking on the immediate past spillage by the VRA, Mr. Adams Zachariah, the Municipal NADMO Director, detailed the contributions made by VRA and other organizations to the affected areas. He indicated that government is committed to pay some compensation to the affected people but is not yet ready. He said, he is optimistic that in some few months to come the victims will receive their compensation.
Presenting for VRA Eugenia Akosua Owusu Sefah stated the repercussions of the proposed 2024 precautionary spillage and mention districts that will be affected and those that will not. She said Asuogyaman, Lower Manya, Shai Osudoku, and Ada West, are considered safe from the potential water spillage, whereas Ada East, (North, South, and Central) Tongu, Keta, and Anloga are consistently impacted due to their location in low-lying or Volta bank areas. An analysis of these affected regions revealed their vulnerability to flooding due to factors such as being situated on flood-prone lands, reliance on the river, and settlement patterns. Madam Sefah emphasized that releasing fifty thousand (50,000) cubic feet per second (CFS) of water would have minimal downstream effects, confining the water within the river channel and preventing a recurrence of the devastating flooding witnessed in September 2023.
Residents of the Kpong area, in close proximity to the river, are advised to take precautionary measures to mitigate potential impacts in case VRA decides to increase the volume of the spillage.
It is worth noting that the VRA has previously conducted a series of consultations with stakeholders in the aforementioned six (6) affected areas from the September 2023 Spillage, aiming to educate them on the potential precautionary spillage and its associated factors.
Among the attendees were the Municipal Chief Executive, Traditional leaders, members of the Clergy, the Imam, Heads of Departments, and representatives from Media Houses, among others.
By: Abraham Tettey Wayo
MIO: Lower Manya Krobo.

LOWER MANYA KROBO MUNICIPAL EDUCATION DIRECTORATE AWARD TEACHERS

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Lower Manya Krobo Education Directorate, under the leadership of Municipal Education Director Mr. Samuel K. Tettey and other stakeholders on 23rd July, 2024 celebrated Teacher Prize Awards Giving Day at the Oklemekuku Park (Laasi).
Address the gathering Mr. Tettey emphasized on the theme “Anything worth doing is worth appreciating” and highlighted the importance of recognizing and awarding outstanding teachers in fostering a culture of excellence in education. The awards covered various categories including Best KG Teacher, Best Primary Teacher, Best JHS Teacher, Best SHS Teacher, categories for non-teaching staff and other special categories.
He further stated that, Education has been the cornerstone in all areas or sectors in our lives and teachers play a pivotal role. Hence, awarding the dedication, innovation, and impact of exceptional both teachers and non-teaching staff is essential to foster a culture of excellence in education.
The Outstanding Teacher Awards celebrated today highlighted the extraordinary efforts of teachers who go above and beyond normal academic work to inspire their students, implement innovative teaching practices, and contribute positively to their communities, said the Municipal education director. He continued and pointed it out that recognizing these exemplary teachers seeks not to only reward their hard work but also set as standard of excellence that motivates and encourages others in the field. He acknowledged the hard-working Planning Committee for putting up such a yeoman’s job.
The Guest Speaker, Professor Samuel Amponsah also stated in his address that Education is a powerful tool that can transform individuals, communities and the nation. He acknowledged the fact that the output of any machine becomes very poor if not lubricated. In order for the teachers to go extra miles to improve their results, they also need to be motivated because ‘A motivated Staff is the backbone of being successful of the nation’. He also cited that, the gathering was not only to give physical artefact awards to the winners but also to show their love to them for making their children and everyone professionals.
Bringing his statement to an end Professor Amponsah said, the comprehensive approach, for ensuring the outstanding teacher Awards become prestigious and to also serve as a significant step towards valuing and promoting high-quality education within the Municipality.
A very dedicated, hardworking and versatile Mr Hayford Kabutey from Akuse Methodist Senior High Technical School adjudged the overall Best Teacher in the Lower Manya Krobo Municipality.
The event saw attendance of various dignitaries, teacher unions, media, community representatives and other stakeholders marking a significant step towards enhancing the educational standards in the municipality.
By: Abraham Tettey Wayo
MIO: Lower Manya Krobo.