The District Chief Executive for Amansie South, Benjamin Marfo, has cut sod for the construction of two Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compounds at Manso Nyamebekyere and Manso Kobriso, marking a significant step toward improving access to primary healthcare in the district.
The ceremony, attended by traditional authorities, health officials, assembly members and residents, underscored the District Assembly’s commitment to strengthening healthcare delivery in hard-to-reach communities. In addition to the CHPS projects, Hon. Marfo also broke ground for the construction of 15 mechanised boreholes across the district. The groundbreaking ceremony for the boreholes took place at Manso Esienkyem, where community members gathered in large numbers to witness the occasion.
Addressing the media after the event, Hon. Benjamin Marfo stated that the CHPS compounds are designed to bring quality healthcare services to the doorsteps of the people. He noted that residents of Manso Nyamebekyere, Manso Kobriso and several adjoining communities have for years endured long and often difficult journeys to access basic medical care.
According to the DCE, the completion of the facilities will significantly reduce the distance residents travel to seek healthcare, particularly benefiting pregnant women, children, the elderly and persons with emergency health needs. He emphasised that improving primary healthcare remains a top priority of the government and the District Assembly, as it forms the foundation of a strong and resilient health system.
Hon. Marfo further explained that the construction of the 15 mechanised boreholes will complement the health facilities by ensuring reliable access to safe and clean drinking water. He stressed that access to potable water is essential in preventing waterborne diseases and promoting general public health across the district.
On his part, the Amansie South District Director of Health Services, Mr. Ofosu Kwabi Nasas, commended the government and the District Assembly for prioritising healthcare infrastructure development. He described the projects as timely interventions that will ease the burden on residents who have long struggled to access health services.
Mr. Nasas noted that the new CHPS compounds will help decongest existing health facilities and improve healthcare delivery at the community level. However, he appealed to the government to ensure adequate staffing of the facilities upon completion to guarantee their effective and sustainable operation. He also indicated that several other communities within the district remain in need of CHPS compounds and called for continued investment in expanding healthcare infrastructure.
The Chief of Manso, Nana Fosu Barima II, also expressed appreciation to the government and the DCE for their commitment to the development of the area. He assured the Assembly of the community’s full cooperation and support to ensure the successful execution and protection of the projects.
The twin initiatives are expected to significantly enhance healthcare accessibility and improve living conditions in Amansie South, reinforcing the Assembly’s broader development agenda aimed at promoting equity, wellbeing and sustainable growth across the district.
