USAID To Donates Over GH₵1.1 Million to Aid Akosombo Dam Spillage Relief Efforts

The United States Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia Palmer, has announced that the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) will contribute more than GH₵1.1 million to assist the Ghanaian government’s relief initiatives for those affected by the recent Akosombo Dam spillage.

Ambassador Palmer made this revelation during a media briefing held at the launch of the US Global Water Strategy High Priority Country Plan in Accra on Friday.

Expressing her satisfaction with the support effort, Ambassador Palmer stated, “I am very pleased to announce that we will be providing just over GH₵1.1 million to support the government’s relief efforts for those affected.”

In the wake of this disaster, Ghana’s Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, representing the Ministry of Finance, has also taken significant steps to support the affected individuals. He donated GH₵2 million to aid those affected by the Akosombo dam spillage.

Minister Ofori-Atta presented this generous donation at the North Tongu District Assembly in Mepe, Volta Region, following a visit to the affected areas with a delegation on Friday. Additionally, staff from the Finance Ministry have contributed GH¢50,000 to the same cause, demonstrating solidarity and support for their fellow citizens.

During his donation presentation, Minister Ofori-Atta emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts in these challenging times, saying, “Let us be encouraged.

The Ministry of Finance, as a family concerned about what has happened to our brothers and sisters, working in collaboration with the VRA, has brought a total of GHS2 million to be able to support the relief that is going on and to acknowledge the spontaneous response of Ghanaians.”

He further addressed the challenges faced by those affected by the spillage, highlighting the complexities of returning to their homes due to health concerns. He stressed the need to facilitate access to capital to expedite the reconstruction process for these communities.

These contributions from the United States and Ghana’s Ministry of Finance represent a significant step towards alleviating the hardship faced by those affected by the Akosombo Dam spillage and highlight the importance of international cooperation during such crises.