Central Gonja Receives GH¢585,000 To Support 80 PWDs

The Central Gonja District Assembly has received GH¢585,000 under the Persons With Disabilities (PWD) Fund, with 80 beneficiaries set to receive support for critical health needs and economic activities.

The allocation is being used to address two immediate concerns among persons with disabilities in the district — financial assistance for beneficiaries facing serious health challenges and support for those seeking to start, revive or expand businesses.

Central Gonja District Chief Executive Hon. Mahama Fuseini disclosed that 10 persons with critical health conditions will receive financial assistance towards their medical bills, while 70 beneficiaries will receive support for economic activities.

The DCE said the health component was particularly important because some persons with disabilities were facing serious medical conditions and needed immediate financial assistance to access treatment and settle outstanding bills.

🎥 WATCH: Hon. Mahama Fuseini Speaks On The PWD Fund

In the video below, Central Gonja DCE Hon. Mahama Fuseini explains how the GH¢585,000 allocation is being used, including support for beneficiaries with critical health conditions and economic activities.

10 PWDs to receive support for critical health conditions

Hon. Mahama Fuseini said the Assembly would provide support to 10 beneficiaries with critical health conditions to help them deal with their medical needs.

He stressed that vulnerable persons should not be left without assistance when they are confronted with serious health challenges simply because they cannot afford the associated medical expenses.

The intervention is therefore expected to provide some immediate relief to beneficiaries and their families as they deal with the cost of treatment.

The DCE also referenced the government's healthcare interventions and expressed the expectation that broader access to healthcare would help address some of the challenges faced by vulnerable persons in the future.

70 beneficiaries to receive economic support

The remaining 70 beneficiaries will receive cash support to improve their economic circumstances.

According to Hon. Mahama Fuseini, the beneficiaries may use the funds to revive existing businesses, expand their operations or start new businesses.

He said the intention is to help persons with disabilities become economically self-reliant rather than remain dependent on others for their basic needs.

The DCE encouraged beneficiaries to use the money responsibly and invest it in activities capable of generating sustainable income.

DCE pledges close monitoring of funds

Hon. Mahama Fuseini also gave an assurance that the Assembly would closely monitor the funds to ensure they are used for the intended purpose.

He said he would personally pay attention to the management of the money and ensure that it benefits the people for whom it was allocated.

The DCE said the success of the intervention should ultimately be measured by its ability to improve beneficiaries' livelihoods and provide meaningful relief to those facing serious challenges.

Assembly to complete PWD resource centre

The current disbursement is not the only intervention planned by the Assembly.

Hon. Mahama Fuseini disclosed that the Assembly is working to complete a PWD resource centre that was started under the previous administration.

According to him, the project is almost complete and will be pursued to ensure that it becomes operational.

The facility is expected to provide a platform for young persons with disabilities to acquire practical skills that can improve their employment and livelihood prospects.

About 20 young PWDs targeted for skills training

The DCE further disclosed plans to enrol about 20 young persons with disabilities into skills training.

He said the beneficiaries would be equipped with practical skills and could receive certification through the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) system.

The programme is intended to complement the financial assistance provided through the PWD Fund by giving young beneficiaries skills they can use to build sustainable livelihoods.

Hon. Mahama Fuseini said the Assembly wants to see beneficiaries become self-reliant and capable of taking care of themselves rather than depending solely on direct financial assistance.

Focus on livelihoods and dignity

The DCE said the Assembly's approach was aimed at ensuring that support provided to persons with disabilities produces lasting improvements in their lives.

Traditional leaders, assembly members, youth groups and other stakeholders were present to witness the disbursement.

The latest allocation therefore goes beyond a single cash distribution. It combines health assistance, economic support and plans for skills development, with the Assembly promising to monitor the funds and ensure that they serve their intended purpose.

For the 80 beneficiaries in Central Gonja, the immediate priority is to turn the support into tangible improvements — whether through medical relief, stronger businesses or new livelihood opportunities.

Global Pulse GH will continue to follow the implementation of the PWD interventions in Central Gonja, including the completion of the resource centre and the planned skills-training programme.