Accra: The Hunger Project-Ghana (THP-Ghana), with financial backing from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, has inaugurated a new Information Communication and Technology (ICT) center at Agyapomaa Epicenter in the Abuakwa South Municipality of the Eastern Region. The inauguration coincided with the 2025 International Youth Day, themed 'Local Youth Actions for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and beyond.'
According to Ghana News Agency, the event marked a global acknowledgment of the crucial role young people play as change agents, leaders, and mobilizers in promoting development. Speaking on behalf of THP-Ghana's Country Leader, Programmes Lead Madam Consolata Dassah highlighted that the ICT center exemplifies the potential achievements when local efforts align with global visions. She emphasized that the center aims to advance the SDGs, address community priorities, and align with both national and international commitments.
The ICT center is part of the Holistic Opportunities for Positive Engagement in Maternal and Child Health (HOPE-MCH) project and focuses on enhancing digital inclusion and economic empowerment for women and youth in rural areas. The facility is equipped with laptop computers and Starlink internet connectivity, offering internet access within a 10-kilometer radius to communities in the epicenter's six catchment areas.
Madam Dassah outlined THP-Ghana's five-year strategic vision, which is built on four pillars: effective leadership, access to resources, a united community voice, and strong partnerships. She stressed the transformative impact of empowering women and youth on entire communities and urged beneficiaries to join THP-Ghana in its mission to eradicate hunger and poverty and promote a self-reliant life for all.
Madam Comfort Ofori Appiah, the Abuakwa South Municipal Director of Education, expressed appreciation to THP-Ghana for the initiative and urged local elders and parents to ensure the facility is used wisely by the children. She reminded students of the importance of acquiring ICT skills to keep up with computer studies at the Senior High School level.
Mr. Solomon Amoakwa, Project Officer of Agyapomaa Epicenter, noted that the ICT center could equip youth entrepreneurs with technology skills to showcase their businesses online, potentially expanding their customer base. He added that the center could inspire greater aspirations among the youth by enhancing community amenities.
