Adaklu: A grant of 11,000 US dollars has been secured for the construction of a nurses’ quarters for the Adaklu Ahunda Boso Health Centre in the Adaklu district.
According to Ghana News Agency, the grant was secured from the USAID Special Assistance Small Grant Programme. Mr. Samuel Yao Atidzah, Executive Director of GOSANET Foundation, a health NGO operating in the Volta Region, disclosed this information. He stated that the grant was made possible through the collaborative effort of his Foundation, the Adaklu District Health Management Team, and the Adaklu Ahunda Boso community.
The Executive Director explained that the funds would be used to purchase materials for the project, while the community would provide labor. He added that the community already has a large quantity of blocks, facilitating the construction process. Mr. Atidzah described the project as a self-help initiative expected to be completed in November this year.
He emphasized that the project, once completed, would not only provide decent accommodation for health workers but also strengthen healthcare service delivery in the community. It aims to improve the retention of skilled health professionals in rural areas and enhance access to quality healthcare for families in and around the community.
Mr. Atidzah expressed that significant achievements could be realized when communities, local leaders, and development partners collaborate for a shared purpose. He highlighted that GOSANET Foundation, since its establishment, has been working to promote community health, social development, and empower vulnerable populations, particularly in Adaklu and the Volta region.
On behalf of the community, Adaklu District Health Directorate, and GOSANET Foundation, Mr. Atidzah expressed his appreciation to USAID for their generous support through the Special Assistance Small Grant Programme. ‘Their contribution will go a long way in advancing healthcare delivery and community well-being in the district,’ he noted.
