2026 News

Following months long of series of Stakeholder engagements with Traders, Chiefs and people, security agencies, we're glad to say, this is the artistic impression of the upcoming Kasoa Redevelopment Project which aims to modernize the market infrastructure, improve sanitation, enhanced safety and create a more organized trading environment for all and the entire municipal growth.

We've also provided an alternative market at iron city which is only three minutes away from the CBD to fulfill the relocation obligations.

Following months long of series of Stakeholder engagements with Traders, Chiefs and people, security agencies, we're glad to say, this is the artistic impression of the upcoming Kasoa Redevelopment Project which aims to modernize the market infrastructure, improve sanitation, enhanced safety and create a more organized trading environment for all and the entire municipal growth.

We've also provided an alternative market at iron city which is only three minutes away from the CBD to fulfill the relocation obligations.

Cutting the sod for the construction of a 1-kilometre bypass road linking Columba Junction to Datus a fortnight ago. This important infrastructure project forms part of our broader commitment to improving road connectivity, easing traffic congestion, and enhancing economic activities within the municipality.

The new bypass will not only provide an alternative route for commuters but also facilitate the smooth movement of goods and services, ultimately boosting local commerce and improving daily life for our residents.

In line with our vision for sustained development, plans are being advanced to extend this initiative elsewhere. This strategic expansion is expected to further decongest key traffic corridors and open up more areas for growth and investment.

We remain committed to delivering quality infrastructure that meets the needs of our people and supports the long-term development of Awutu Senya East.

Over the weekend, I had the opportunity to supervise a two-day evacuation of the dumpsite at the Kasoa New Market, marking a significant milestone in our quest to improve sanitation and reclaim critical public space.

This exercise reflects our unwavering commitment to creating a cleaner, healthier, and more organized trading environment for residents and market women and men. The removal of the dumpsite not only addresses long-standing environmental concerns but also restores confidence in our shared vision for a better Kasoa.

This intervention is a major step toward the realization of the 24-Hour Economic Market Development initiative, which aims to transform the Kasoa New Market into a modern commercial hub that supports round-the-clock economic activity. With this progress, we are laying a solid foundation for increased trade, job creation, and sustainable growth within the municipality.

I commend all stakeholders and sanitation workers for their dedication and cooperation, and I urge the public to continue supporting efforts to maintain cleanliness and embrace the opportunities ahead.

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of the Awutu Senya East Municipal Assembly, Hon. Seth Sarbah Sewornoo - Banini, engaged residents of the Kaemebre-Downtown and Krispol City/Opeikuma electoral areas on the 20th and 21st of May 2026 respectively, as part of efforts to account for his administration's performance and strangthen communication with the citizenry.

During the engagements, the MCE outlined key achievements recorded over the past year, includingimprovements in sanitation, security, road infrastracture, education, and healthcare. He also highlighted ongoing social intervention programmes, paticularly the Youth Employment Agency (YEA) modules, aimed at improving the livelihoods of residents.

Residents use the opportunity to raise concerns about poor road conditions, drainage challenges, street lightning, sanitation, and access to social amenities. The MCE assured them that the Assembly is collaborating with relevant stakeholders to address these challenges.

The engagements also provided a platform ffor various departments of the Assembly to educate residents on their functions and contributions toward the development of the municipality.

Last December, four brilliant students from Kasoa Pentecost Preparatory School stepped onto the global stage. Trained by Sophia Boadi and her Readathon International Foundation (SBRIF) and supervised by Executive Director Sophia Boadi, they took on the world and won.

Today, they hold four world records, beating competitors from China, the USA, Canada, the UK, and India. They competed in:
1. Fastest time to separate two bags of recycled materials.
2. Fastest time to pack a school bag with a pen, pencils, erasers, books, and stationery - all with lightning speed and precision.
3. Fastest time to build a toilet roll pyramid.
4. Most tree seedlings planted in one minute.

The 5th Commemoration of World Environment Day held on Friday , 5th June 2026 at the Bediako Memorial Institute, and organized by the National Comission for Civic Education, NCCE under the theme Climate Action and slogan Inspired by Nature for Climate, for Our Future.

Opening & Welcome: THe Headmaster of Bediako Memorial Institute welcomed participants and called for collective effort to protect tge environment. He urged adoption of sustainable practices to build climate resilience and a greener future, stressing the need to involve youth.

Chairman's remarks: Apostle A.K Labi of the Church of Power Christ Ministry & Regional Coordinating Council of Churches in Ghana chaired the event. He stated that environmental protection is part of our responsibilioty, quoting "cleanliness is next to godliness". He urged communities to inculcate discipline in waste disposal, especially in water bodies, gutters, and public spaces.

Keynote/ Technical Address: Mr. Ebo, EPA Officer, encouraged protection of the environment. He lamented that without action at national, district and municipal levels, climate change impacts like irrigation problems, deforestation, sand-winning, and pollution willl become a catastrophe. He noted: rising sea levels, hotter temperatures, and strong winds destroying buildings, He urged students to be ambassadors, since the youth are the future of Ghana and the world.

Address by MCE's Representative: Mr. Abdulrahman, respresenting the Municipal Chief Executive, responded to NCCE Chairperson Mr. Mohammed'sappeal about human capital deficit which doesn'tcorrespond in percentage in the Works & Physical Department. He reported ongoing district assembly activities: desilting gutters/ drainages for water flow. He emphasized climate action is a collective effort, not just the assembly's job.
Key points:

• EPA policies: millions of trees planted yearly.
• Whather data systems strengthened with donor funds, now 85% accurate
• Public urged to listen to weather forecasts and change harmful household habits

Tree Planting & Closing: To mark the day, trees were presented to Kumbe Islamic School, Research institution School, and Bediako International School for planting. The MCE's rep, Chairman Apostle Labi, NCCE Municipal Director, and Program Chair joined students in planting trees around Bediako Institute.

Conclusion/ Recommendations: The event reinforced that climate action requires discipline in waste management, community participation, and youth engagement. Continuous education and enforcement of environmental policies were highlighted as critical.