In a decisive move to strengthen local governance and promote community-led development, Ashanti Regional Minister Dr. Frank Amoakohene convened a strategic engagement with leadership and stakeholders of the Amansie West, Amansie Central, and Amansie South Districts. The forum focused on enhancing transparency in revenue mobilisation, enforcing Assembly by-laws, and fostering active community participation in decision-making processes.
The open dialogue brought together traditional authorities, assembly members, business operators, and community representatives, creating a platform for comprehensive discussions on fair and accountable governance. Dr. Amoakohene issued clear directives mandating assemblies to verify all relevant business certificates, licenses, and permits before issuing operational stickers, a measure designed to curb irregularities and ensure compliance with statutory regulations.
Beyond administrative and revenue matters, the Minister elaborated on the cooperative mining initiative, aimed at promoting responsible mining practices while generating sustainable economic opportunities for local communities. The initiative seeks to foster collaboration among small-scale miners, district assemblies, and residents, ensuring that mining activities are socially responsible and economically beneficial.
Dr. Amoakohene emphasized that such engagements are critical for strengthening governance, ensuring adherence to regulations, and building collective ownership of development initiatives. He underscored the importance of participatory decision-making, noting that inclusive governance guarantees policies that reflect the aspirations and needs of the people.
The forum concluded with a firm commitment from all assemblies and stakeholders to implement the directives diligently, with oversight from the Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council. This initiative reaffirms Dr. Amoakohene’s unwavering dedication to transparent, accountable, and sustainable governance across the Amansie Districts.
