YKMA HOLDS MID-YEAR REVIEW JOINT STAKEHOLDER MEETING WITH DECENTRALIZED AND NON-DECENTRALIZED DEPARTMENTS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Pursuant to Section 81(1) of the Local Governance Act, 2016 (Act 936), which mandates departments of a District Assembly to collaborate and cooperate with non-decentralised departments, state-owned enterprises, and public corporations operating within the district to ensure a coordinated approach to development and management, avoid duplication of efforts, and promote the efficient and cost-effective implementation of programmes and projects, the Yilo Krobo Municipal Assembly convened a mid-year review stakeholder engagement meeting on 28th July, 2026 under the theme “United We Stand.”

The meeting was chaired by the Municipal Chief Executive, Hon. Francis Addo Akumatey, with the Municipal Co-ordinating Director, Mr. Abdul-Hussein A. Rasheed, serving as host.
In his welcome address, Mr. Abdul-Hussein A. Rasheed warmly welcomed the distinguished technocrats and representatives of the various institutions. He expressed his heartfelt appreciation for their dedication and outstanding contributions to service delivery within the municipality. He emphasised the importance of collaboration among key stakeholders in addressing development challenges and improving the quality of life of residents.

The meeting brought together key stakeholders, including the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Ghana Water Limited (GWL), and other sector agencies, to deliberate on strategies for improving essential public services and promoting sustainable development across the municipality.
The engagement provided participants with the opportunity to assess the current state of electricity and water supply, education, health, agriculture, sanitation, environmental management, and local governance. Stakeholders also reviewed ongoing infrastructure projects, operational challenges, and opportunities to strengthen inter-agency collaboration.

The ECG Municipal Manager, Mr. Chris Apawu, outlined plans to improve power reliability through the installation of additional transformers to enhance voltage stability in communities experiencing persistent voltage fluctuations. He further appealed to the public to refrain from illegal electricity connections, meter tampering, and the activities of unauthorised electricians. He encouraged residents to verify the identity of ECG personnel before granting them access to their premises.

Similarly, the Ghana Water Limited Manager, Mr. Robert Ametepe, briefed participants on ongoing efforts to improve water supply despite challenges such as damaged transmission infrastructure, right-of-way constraints, and revenue losses arising from illegal connections and non-payment of water bills in some communities. He reaffirmed the company’s commitment to improving water service delivery through infrastructure upgrades and the installation of smart water meters.

Discussions also focused on broader development challenges confronting the municipality, including inadequate educational and health infrastructure, limited agricultural extension services, sanitation concerns, environmental degradation, and insufficient logistical support for public institutions. Participants underscored the need for stronger collaboration among government agencies to improve planning, resource mobilisation, and service delivery.

The meeting concluded with a renewed commitment from all stakeholders to strengthen partnerships, enforce existing regulations, complete critical infrastructure projects, and intensify public education on citizens’ rights and responsibilities. Participants expressed confidence that enhanced cooperation among institutions would significantly improve service delivery, enhance the quality of life of residents, and accelerate sustainable development within the Yilo Krobo Municipality.