Nzema East Municipal NEMA

MUNICIPAL CHIEF EXECUTIVE PARTICIPATION IN THE TRADITIONAL COUNCIL MEETING.

NEMANEWS: THURSDAY, 28TH MAY, 2026.

The Lower Axim Traditional Council held a meeting on Thursday, 28th May 2026, at the Paramountcy Palace Conference Hall, Axim. The meeting was under the auspices of Awulae Attibrikusu III, the president of the Lower Axim Traditional Council.
His Royal Majesty expressed concern on illegal mining activities causing environmental havoc, unauthorized physical development in the municipality, abandoned landing beach project, deplorable state of Tuesday Market, and environmental sanitation. He called on all stakeholders to addressed the identified issues which need a wholesome approach.
The Municipal Chief Executive, Hon. Herbert Kuah Dickson, commended the Paramount Chief for his concern towards the development of the entire municipality, not only his traditional area alone. He assured the council that, the Assembly has taken keen notice and concern on all issues disclosed.
The Municipal Chief Executive added that, the Assembly and the member of Parliament as well as all stakeholders will collaborate to find lasting solutions to the identified
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THE MUNICIPAL CHIEF EXECUTIVE AND MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT’S ENGAGEMENT WITH THE TRADITIONAL AUTHORITIES, FAMILY AND THE PEOPLE OF AMGBANSI ON SHOOTING INCIDENCE OCCURRED.

NEMANEWS: MONDAY, 1ST, JUNE 2026.

The Nzema East Municipal Chief Execuitve, Hon. Herbert Kuah Dickson, accompanied by the Member of Parliament for Evalue Ajomoro Gwira Constituency, Hon. Kofi Arko Nokoe, members of the Municipal Security Council (MUSEC) and officers from the Minerals Commission and National Disaster Management Organizer (NADMO) engaged the traditional authorities, bereaved family and the people of Amgbansi on Monday, 1st June, 2026 concerning the shooting to death of a 45-year-old man which occurred on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Amgbansi.

The MCE and his entourage expressed their condolences and sympathize with the family of the deceased and all affected individuals. He urged all stakeholders and the general public to remain resolute and called on the youth to remain calm and adhere to the peace, security and co-existence principles that bind them as one people.

The Chief Executive assured the people that collaborative measures with key stakeholders and security agency had been initiated to ensure that the perpetrators are prosecuted according to the laws of Ghana.
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NZEMA EAST MUNICIPAL ASSEMBLY – GENERAL ASSEMBLY MEETING.

The Nzema East Municipal Assembly convened its General Assembly Meeting on 26th
May, 2026 at the Assembly Complex Hall, Axim.
At the opening, the secretary informed the house that, the office of the presiding member had elapsed and there was therefore the need to elect a new presiding member to chair the meeting.
The Electoral Commission told the house that, a member must obtain at least Two-Thirds (2/3) of total votes cast to be elected as Presiding member of the Assembly.

After the first round up, Hon Kassum Braimah obtained nineteen (19) of total votes cast while Hon Yvette Enu-Kwesi also had sixteen (16). Members were called upon to vote again due to the fact that none of them was able to secure two-thirds (2/3) of the total votes cast. After the run-off, Hon. Yvette Enu-Kwesi had nineteen (19) and Hon. Kassum had sixteen (16). The election was postponed to a later date because the nominees again failed to secure the required votes.

The House then collectively agreed to nominate Hon. Daniel Manso to chair the meeting as the Ag. presiding member for the house.
The Hon. MCE presented the Sessional Address and the report from the Executive Committee for deliberation and discussion. He informed the House about ongoing projects within the municipality as well as key Administration and Governance issues.
The Hon Members approved the procurement of motorbikes and additional Tricycles to enable the environmental officers monitor the activities of the Pay as You- Dump system in the Municipality
Hon. John Abugri suggested that, Management should equip the Environmental Health Unit with additional Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and logistics to help with waste management and collection at the various refuse container sites.

The Hon. MCE updated the House on the construction of Mechanized Borehole projects at these areas; MCE’s Residence, Assembly Block, Bankyim Community and Axim Nurses Quarters.
The Hon. Member Presiding thanked all Hon. Members for their constructive contributions and urged their commitment toward implementing the resolutions adopted.

Members present were the Municipal Chief Executive Hon. Herbert Kuah Dickson (MCE), The Municipal Coordinating Director, All Hon. Assembly Members and in attendance were all Municipal Assembly Staff.
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NZEMA EAST MUNICIPAL ASSEMBLY SELECTED FOR BLOOMBERG YOUTH CLIMATE ACTION FUND (YCAF)
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The Nzema East Municipal Assembly (NEMA) in the Western Region of Ghana has been selected to receive the Bloomberg Philanthropies Youth Climate Action Fund, a global initiative aimed at empowering young people to lead climate action and community resilience projects.

The municipality, with Axim as its capital, is among 300 cities and municipalities worldwide competitively selected to receive funding and technical support under the expanded programme, which seeks to mobilise young people between the ages of 15 and 24 to design and implement climate-related solutions aligned with local development priorities.
nnouncing the selection on May 26, 2026, the Municipal Chief Executive for Nzema East, Herbert Kuah Dickson, described the initiative as a major opportunity to position young people at the centre of climate leadership and innovation in the municipality.

“For us, this $50,000 is more than a grant. It is an opportunity to position young people at the centre of local climate leadership, innovation, and community resilience,” he said.
“Through this partnership, we have the opportunity to support youth-led initiatives that are locally relevant and capable of delivering measurable community impact in our municipality,” he added.

Under the programme, NEMA will launch innovation competitions later in June 2026, inviting young residents to submit proposals for climate-focused initiatives. Successful applicants will receive funding support from an initial allocation of $40,000, alongside technical assistance from Bloomberg Philanthropies.

The Assembly will also dedicate staff to support implementation of selected projects from inception to completion. The projects are expected to focus on areas such as public space development, infrastructure improvement, disaster mitigation, environmental sustainability, and community resilience.

Municipalities that successfully deploy the first tranche of funding within the stipulated timeline will qualify for an additional $50,000 to scale up youth-driven projects and broaden participation.
Chief Executive Officer of Bloomberg Philanthropies, Patricia E. Harris, said the initiative was helping local governments around the world work more closely with young people to address climate challenges.

“The Youth Climate Action Fund is helping city halls around the world work alongside hundreds of thousands of young people to take action on city climate challenges and improve their communities,” she stated.

“They are showing how local government can be a partner on issues youth and residents care deeply about – and they are building trust along the way. We look forward to expanding on these efforts and inspiring a new generation of civic leaders,” she added.
According to Bloomberg Philanthropies, results from the first phase of the programme have shown significant gains in youth participation and confidence in local governance. Surveys conducted among participants revealed that trust in local government leadership increased from 61 percent to 83 percent, while confidence in young people’s ability to address environmental challenges rose from 65 percent to 90 percent.

The organisation noted that participating municipalities have also introduced new youth engagement structures, including advisory boards, youth councils, participatory budgeting processes, and dedicated staff roles to sustain youth involvement in governance and climate policy development.

NEMA is expected to officially open applications for the Youth Climate Action Fund in late June 2026 through its official portal.

Young people between the ages of 15 and 24 are encouraged to visit nema.gov.gh for details on eligibility, project submission guidelines, and funding opportunities.
Globally, the Bloomberg Philanthropies Youth Climate Action Fund has engaged more than 300,000 young people across five continents, supporting over 1,600 green spaces, the planting of more than 1.8 million plants and 235,000 trees, establishment of nearly 5,000 gardens, and the launch of 268 composting stations.

Bloomberg Philanthropies invests in cities and communities across 150 countries, focusing on the arts, education, environment, government innovation, and public health. In 2025, the organisation distributed $4.3 billion in philanthropic support worldwide.

MEDIA PUBLICATIONS
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1. Channel One News: https://channelonenewsonline.com/2026/05/27/nzema-east-selected-for-bloomberg-youth-climate-action-fund/

2. Ghana News Agency (GNA): https://gna.org.gh/2026/05/nzema-east-assembly-selected-for-youth-driven-climate-action-by-bloomberg-philanthropies/

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MUNICIPAL CHIEF EXECUTIVE'S INSPECTION VISIT TO BECE CANDIDATES - NZEMA EAST MUNICIPALITY.

NEMANEWS: FRIDAY, 8TH MAY, 2026. AXIM

On 8th May 2026, the Municipal Chief Executive visited BECE candidtates in the Nzema East Municipality to congratulate them for their good conduct during the exams. He also expressed appreciation to the invigilators and teachers present for their support.

He was accompanied by some staff of the Assembly to the examination center.
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NZEMA EAST MUNICIPAL ASSEMBLY COMMUNITY VISIT TO AMAFUKUMA BY THE MUNICIPAL CHIEF EXECUTIVE.

NEMANEWS: TUESDAY, 5TH MAY, 2026, AMAFUKUMA

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of the Nzema East Municipal Assembly, Hon. Herbert Kuah Dickson, together with some staff of the Assembly, paid a community engagement visit to Amafukuma.
During the meeting, community members appealed to the MCE for urgent intervention regarding the poor lighting system in Amafukuma and Solo. According to the residents, the inadequate lighting situation has negatively affected security and evening activities within the communities.
The community also raised concerns about the persistent shortage of premix fuel, which continues to pose serious challenges to fishermen in Amafukuma and Solo. They explained that the lack of premix fuel prevents them from going to sea to fish, thereby affecting their livelihoods and economic activities. The residents therefore appealed to the MCE to help address both the fuel shortage and the lighting challenges as a matter of urgency.
In response, the MCE assured the community that measures were already underway to resolve the issues. He indicated that contractors would soon commence work on improving the lighting system in the area. He further assured residents that whenever premix fuel is supplied, fair distribution would be ensured to guarantee that all fishermen receive their rightful share.
Additionally, the MCE requested an accurate record of the total number of boats in the community to support effective premix fuel distribution. He also recommended the introduction of identification cards for fishermen to improve monitoring and accountability.
As part of the Assembly’s support to the community, the MCE provided an amount of GHC 5,000 to cover the cost of the 50 bags of cement he pledged towards supporting community development initiatives.
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NZEMA EAST MUNICIPAL ASSEMBLY NADMO SUPPORT TO PERSONS AFFECTED WITH FIRE OUTBREAK.

NEMANEWS: Wednesday, 25th March 2026, Assembly Forecourt Axim.

NATIONAL APRENTICESHIP PROGRAM AT NZEMA EAST MUNICIPAL ASSEMBLY.

NEMANEWS: Wednesday, 25th March 2026; Assembly Forecourt Axim.

NZEMA EAST MARKS 69TH INDEPENDENCE DAY

NEMANEWS: FRIDAY, 6TH MARCH, 2026; AXIM TOWNSHIP.

The Nzema East Municipal Assembly (NEMA) has commemorated the 69th Independence Day celebration with a clean-up exercise at Axim township. The Municipal Chief Executive called on the people especially the youth to embrace environmental sanitation to contribute to national development through a clean up exercise in their communities.
The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Hon. Herbert Kuah Dickson, urged Ghanaians to see Independence not just as a historical achievement but as a call to shared responsibility to build a better nation.
The Member of Parliament (MP) for “Evalue- Ajomoro-Gwira Constituency”, Hon. Kofi Arko Nokoe, also encouraged students to remain focused on their education. He stressed that the future of Ghana depends on their discipline, dedication and hard work to build the nation we aspired.
In attendance were the Paramount Chief for Lower Axim, His Royal Majesty, Awulae Attibukusu III, The Church of Pentecost Brawire District Pastor Amewunde, Assembly Staff, Personnel from the security services, students from Axim Girls Senior High School, Axim Technical Institute and Kwame Nkrumah Senior High School as well as youth groups, staff of Public.
The event formed part of activities across the country to mark the 69th Independence Day Anniversary of the nation, Ghana.

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MUNICIPAL PLANNING COORDINATING UNIT (MPCU) MEETING.

NEMANEWS: Wednesday, 25th February, 2026, Axim.

The Municipal Planning Coordinating Unit organized its First Quarter meeting on Wednesday, 25th February, 2026 at the Assembly's Conference Room. The meeting discussed the Draft 2025 Annual Progress Report (APR) and validated the core and Municipal Indicators.

In attendance were the Municipal Coordinating Director, District Manager-GWCL, District Manager ECG, a Representative from the Lower Axim Traditional Council and Heads of Decentralized Departments in the Municipal Assembly.

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