The Upper East Regional Minister, Dr. Hafiz Bin Salih, has announced that the allocation for the Gulf of Guinea Northern Regions Social Cohesion (SOCO) project in the region has almost doubled for 2024. Apexnewsgh reports
Speaking during his maiden engagement with journalists, the Minister revealed that the allocation has increased to GH160,710,937.10 for the implementation of 323 sub-projects and over 200 software projects.
The SOCO project, funded by the World Bank, aims to reduce vulnerabilities and climate change among other objectives. The project has employed 2,500 unskilled laborers and 132 community facilitators, and has supported 300 VSLA and farmer groups.
The Minister also highlighted the challenges of land acquisition in the region, citing the difficult land tenure system. However, he noted that the Regional Coordinating Council (RCC) has collaborated with stakeholders to facilitate the construction of various projects, including the SOCO Zonal Office, Passport Office, Labour Office, Minerals Commission, and WFP/UN House.
The SOCO project has been dubbed a “game changer” for the people of the north, given the significant investment and impact on the region. The Minister expressed optimism that the project would bring about meaningful development to the region.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
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