Ablekuma WEST Municipal Assembly

01/10/2026

In line with the central government's mandate to alleviate poverty and promote social inclusion, the Ablekuma West Municipal Assembly successfully completed its latest phase of PWD Fund disbursements. The intervention directly supports Persons with Disabilities within the municipality by providing financial capital, educational support, medical aid, and micro-enterprise startup toolkits. This initiative aims to foster self-reliance and eliminate economic dependency among beneficiaries.
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2. Strategic Allocation Breakdown
To maximize long-term impact, the standard 3% allocation from the DACF was split into four distinct operational pillars based on individual socioeconomic assessments:
• 🛠️ Economic Empowerment & Income Generation: Provision of industrial sewing machines, deep freezers, shoe-making tools, baking equipment, and raw provisions container setups to help beneficiaries establish or scale up small home businesses.
• 🎓 Educational Support: Direct payment of school fees, accommodation expenses, and specialized learning materials for PWD students in tertiary, secondary, and vocational technical institutes.
• 🩺 Medical and Assistive Devices: Procurement of wheelchairs, crutches, white canes, hearing aids, and direct financial clearance for specialized surgeries or ongoing healthcare therapies.
• 💼 Direct Financial Support: One-time cash grants awarded to highly vulnerable or elderly PWDs with severe immobility to cover immediate upkeep and feeding needs.

01/10/2026

Yesterday, September 30, 2026 a historic, high-profile durbar and gathering of traditional rulers was held at the Otintor Palace in Dansoman. Led by the Sempe Mantse : Nii Adote Otintor II and the King of the Ga State, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II the Ga Mantse, government officials including Metropolitan and Municipal Chief Executive. It also brought together prominent paramount chiefs, divisional sub-chiefs, queen mothers, and kingmakers from across the Ga State. Clad in traditional white regalia amidst historical drumming, chanting, and musketry, the chiefs met to officially commission the Sempe Stool Customary Land Secretariat and solidify traditional land administration boundaries. This event was held at Otintor Palace grounds, Dansoman, Accra

30/09/2026

The Ablekuma West Municipal Assembly today held its Second Ordinary Meeting, bringing together Hon. Member of Parliament, Hon. MCE, Hon. Assembly Members, Heads of Department, Heads of Security Agencies, Traditional Authorities, and other key stakeholders.

During the meeting, the Budget Analyst presented the 2026 Revised Budget for consideration and approval. The Head of Environment and Sanitation also delivered a presentation on the sanitation situation in the Municipality, highlighting key issues and areas requiring attention.

Members were further educated on the Right to Information Act, 2019 (Act 989), with emphasis on its provisions and their implications for public institutions and citizens.

29/09/2026

Dansoman South Zonal Council to begin night toll collection

Assembly and Unit Committee Members of the Dansoman South Zonal Council under the Ablekuma West Municipal Assembly (ABWMA) have met to discuss practical measures to strengthen grassroots governance and improve development within communities in the zone.

The meeting, held on Thursday, 24 September, focused on the roles and responsibilities of Assembly Members and Unit Committee Members and how they could work together to support the Zonal Council's operations and respond more effectively to the needs of residents.

The Acting Chairman of the Dansoman South Zonal Council, Hon. Wilberforce Mensah, in his opening remarks, urged members to work together and remain committed to improving the administrative capacity of the council to function effectively and respond to the concerns of communities.

He encouraged members to actively participate in the activities of the Council and engage regularly with residents.

The Secretary to the Council, Mavis Hutchison, who addressed the meeting, highlighted the responsibilities of Assembly Members in their communities, including helping to identify development needs and advocating improvements in basic amenities, security and general living conditions.

A representative of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), Emmanuel Baah, also educated members on the local government guidelines and the legal framework governing their activities, explaining their roles and responsibilities while reminding them to enforce Assembly bye-laws.

Discussions also focused on the planned introduction of night toll collection in all electoral areas under the council.

Members were informed that the Assembly was in the process of recruiting commission collectors to collect the night tolls after the exercise had been rolled out.

Members considered options for improving office accommodation, including the possibility of acquiring additional space to serve as an operational office for the Council.

The meeting also discussed the need for broader community engagement to bring residents, traditional authorities, religious leaders and other identifiable groups into the activities of the Council.

As part of the discussions, members proposed a five-week joint community engagement to create a platform for interaction with residents and other stakeholders on issues affecting communities within the zone.

The meeting ended with a call on members to remain active in community mobilisation and to support initiatives aimed at making the Dansoman South Zonal Council more responsive to the development needs of residents.

16/09/2026

MCE'S COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
During this public accountability forum at the Dansoman Trinity Presbyterian Church, the MCE presented updates on key community metrics and structural developments:
• Flood Risk Reductions: The Assembly detailed its extensive desilting and dredging operations at Otojor and surrounding areas. to safeguard communities in the event of heavy rains.
• Infrastructure & Roads: Progress reports were given on ongoing inner-community road leveling and pothole patching along major transit link roads to ease traffic congestion.
• Safety & Logistics: The MCE announced the successful repair and replacement of broken streetlights along high-density public roads to curb nighttime crime and improve road safety.
• Physical development: The MCE Informed them of the various physical development in the areas of Health, Education etc.
• Open Dialogue: The floor was opened to residents, church representatives, and local traders to raise specific issues concerning the services and responsibilities of the Assembly.

15/09/2026

MOTORBIKE AND TRICYCLE DONATION

The Member of Parliament for Ablekuma West, Hon. Rev. Kweku Addo, in collaboration with the Municipal Chief Executive, Hon. George Kpakpo Allotey, has donated four (4) motorbikes and three (3) tricycles to selected youth groups in Mpoase.

The initiative is aimed at supporting youth entrepreneurship, creating sustainable livelihood opportunities, and empowering young people to become economically self-reliant.

10/09/2026

The sod-cutting ceremony at Ebenezer Senior High School (popularly known as Padua) in Dansoman, Accra, marked a major infrastructural milestone for the school. The event officially launched the construction of a new 18-unit classroom The ceremony was attended by key personalities including the Member of Parliament for the Area Hon. Rev. Dr. Kweku Addo (Member of Parliament for Ablekuma West), the Municipal Chief Executive Hon. George Emmanuel Kpakpo Alootey, traditional leaders, school management, and representatives of the Ebenezer Old Students Association (Paduans). Hon. Rev. Dr. Kweku Addo (Member of Parliament for Ablekuma West) delivered the keynote speech and led the ceremonial breaking of the ground. .School Management & Board of Governors were present to receive the contractors and express appreciation for the intervention
The completion of this block will trigger an academic elevation for the school, upgrading Ebenezer Senior High School from a Category "C" to a Category "B" institution.

09/09/2026

Ablekuma West Municipal Assembly Ranks 3rd Nationally in Social Services

09/09/2026

08/09/2026

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) Hon. George Emmanuel Kpakpo Allotey led a high-powered delegation to tour several public basic schools across the municipality today, marking the official commencement of the new academic year and the celebration of the annual “My First Day at School” initiative.

The annual exercise is a key government intervention designed to welcome, motivate, and integrate new learners—particularly those entering Kindergarten (KG) and Basic One—into the formal educational system.

Accompanied by the Municipal Presiding Member Hon. Mike Bannerman Hall, Director of Education, Mr. Aforla, other Assembly officials, and traditional leaders, the MCE visited multiple school campuses to assess teacher attendance, evaluate infrastructural readiness, and directly interact with the enthusiastic new learners.To make their transition into school memorable and exciting, the MCE distributed essential educational packages and treats to hundreds of fresh pupils. The items included:Exercise books, drawing books, and pencilsBoxes of crayons and erasersSchool bags and basic uniformsHealthy fruit juices, biscuits, and confectionerySpeaking to the children, the MCE offered words of encouragement, urging them to stay focused and dream big."Education is the greatest equalizer and the foundation of your future success. We want you to love coming to school every day. Listen to your teachers, study hard, and you can grow up to become the doctors, engineers, and leaders our nation needs," the MCE stated during an interactive classroom session.Commitment to Teacher Welfare and InfrastructureBeyond welcoming the pupils, the MCE took the opportunity to engage with headteachers and teaching staff. The MCE commended them for their high turnout and dedication to duty on day one.Addressing some of the infrastructural challenges raised by school heads during the tour, the MCE assured the communities that the Municipal Assembly is actively working to resolve deficits. The MCE highlighted that public education remains a top priority, with plans underway to renovate storm-damaged structures and expand existing school facilities to ensure a safe, comfortable learning environment for all.The Municipal Education Director expressed profound gratitude to the MCE and the Assembly for their consistent interest in early childhood education, noting that the distributed supplies would significantly ease the financial burden on parents as the new term begins.