On July 5, 2024, a sensitization program on the Right to Information (RTI) was conducted at St. Peter’s Senior High School. The event aimed to educate students and staff about the procedures and importance of accessing information under the RTI law. This initiative was likely organized by the district authorities to ensure that the school community understands their rights to information and how to exercise them effectively. The program would have included discussions on the legal framework, the process of requesting information, and the role of transparency in governance.
On July 24, 2024, the Department of Social Welfare and Community Development conducted a comprehensive monitoring exercise to evaluate the utilization of tools and equipment provided to Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). This initiative aimed to ensure that the beneficiaries were effectively using the resources to improve their livelihoods and enhance their socio-economic status.
The monitoring team visited several communities, including Pepease, Kwahu Tafo, Nteso, and Akwasiho. During these visits, the team engaged with the PWDs, observing firsthand how they had integrated the tools and equipment into their daily activities. The equipment, which ranged from agricultural tools to vocational instruments, was intended to empower PWDs to become more self-sufficient and economically productive.
In Pepease, the team observed how PWDs were using the tools to enhance their agricultural practices, leading to increased productivity and improved crop yields. In Kwahu Tafo, they noted the successful implementation of vocational equipment, which had enabled many individuals to start small businesses in tailoring, carpentry, and other trades. The visits to Nteso and Akwasiho revealed similar positive outcomes, with PWDs utilizing the provided resources to develop sustainable livelihoods.
As part of the initiative to promote fluency in reading the Ghanaian language, the Centre for National Culture of the Kwahu East District Assembly (KEDA) organized a reading session with students from Aduamoa Presby Basic and JHS schools. During the event, storybooks from the library were distributed to the students to encourage their reading habits and improve their language skills. This session, held on July 12, 2024, aimed to foster a love for reading among young learners and enhance their proficiency in the Ghanaian language.
