The Ghanaian government has allocated GH¢200 million to resettle households in the Tongu areas of the Volta Region, severely impacted by the Akosombo Dam spillage. This first phase of the resettlement plan, announced by the Director of Works at the Ministry of Works and Housing, Mark Tetteh, will cover 2,803 homes in North, South, and Central Tongu Districts. The funding aims to address the immediate housing needs of those displaced by the spillage, which has caused widespread devastation in the region.
The spillage has affected several districts, with the Tongu areas bearing the brunt of the damage, accounting for 45% of the total impact. The government’s resettlement initiative includes the construction of one and two-bedroom brick houses, modeled after the Apiatse resettlement plan. This effort is part of a broader strategy to rebuild and support communities devastated by the disaster.
The first phase of the project requires an additional GH¢61 million to be fully completed, while the second phase, estimated at GH¢400 million, will extend support to 19 other affected districts across the Volta, Greater Accra, Eastern, and Oti regions. The project’s success will depend on the timely availability of funds and the continued engagement of stakeholders, who are currently being consulted to ensure the plan meets the needs of the affected populations.
The government’s commitment to this resettlement project reflects its dedication to restoring the lives and livelihoods of those impacted by the Akosombo Dam spillage. The initiative is expected to begin next year, with a focus on ensuring that the affected communities can rebuild and thrive in their new homes.