Dr. Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional Minister, has convened a strategic meeting with 11 recognized volunteer groups working in the area of sanitation across the region. The meeting aimed to promote practical ideas for a clean and sustainable Ashanti Region, in line with the President’s Sanitation Decentralization Agenda.
The meeting focused on several key areas, including:
– Practical Ideas: Dr. Amoakohene and the volunteer groups discussed innovative approaches to promoting environmental cleanliness and sustainability in the region.
– Support Mechanisms: The meeting reviewed the support mechanisms available through the 10% District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) allocation dedicated to sanitation, highlighting opportunities for collaboration and resource mobilization.
Dr. Amoakohene commended the volunteer groups for their unwavering commitment to environmental cleanliness, emphasizing the importance of collective efforts in building a healthier and cleaner Ashanti Region.
“Together, we will build a healthier, cleaner Ashanti Region for all,” Dr. Amoakohene said, highlighting the regional government’s dedication to environmental health and sanitation.
The meeting was held ahead of today’s National Sanitation Day exercise, which aims to promote a clean and healthy environment across the country. The Ashanti Regional Minister’s initiative demonstrates the government’s commitment to sanitation and environmental health, and the importance of collaboration with volunteer groups and stakeholders.
The meeting marked an important step towards achieving a cleaner and healthier Ashanti Region. By working together, the regional government and volunteer groups can develop effective strategies to promote environmental cleanliness and sustainability, ultimately improving the lives of residents across the region.