Ghanaian Government Upgrades Some Districts and Municipalities

Ghanaian Government has announced upgrade on some Districts and Municipalities

Key Updates on Local Governance:

In a move aimed at strengthening local governance structures and enhancing regional administration, the Government of Ghana has upgraded several districts and municipalities. This transformation, which aligns with Section 3(1) of the Local Governance Act, 2016 (Act 936), received Executive Approval from President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo following a formal request by the Ministry of Local Government, Decentralisation, and Rural Development (MLGDRD). This strategic change is set to bolster development efforts and improve governance efficiency across the affected areas.

Overview of Upgrades

The upgrades involve changes in the status of certain District and Municipal Assemblies, reclassifying some Municipalities as Metropolises and some Districts as Municipalities. This reclassification acknowledges the growth and urbanization of these areas, paving the way for enhanced service delivery and infrastructural development.

Below are the key updates:

From Municipality to Metropolis

1. Kpone-Katamanso Municipal Assembly ➔ Kpone-Katamanso Metropolitan Assembly
2. Techiman Municipal Assembly ➔ Techiman Metropolitan Assembly

From District to Metropolis

1. Gomoa East District Assembly ➔ Gomoa East Metropolitan Assembly

From District to Municipality

1. Bole District Assembly ➔ Bole Municipal Assembly
2. Afigya Kwabre South District Assembly ➔ Afigya Kwabre South Municipal Assembly
3. Atwima Kwanwoma District Assembly ➔ Atwima Kwanwoma Municipal Assembly
4. Atwima Nwabiagya North District Assembly ➔ Atwima Nwabiagya North Municipal Assembly
5. Obuasi East District Assembly ➔ Obuasi East Municipal Assembly
6. Sekyere South District Assembly ➔ Sekyere South Municipal Assembly
7. Ningo-Prampram District Assembly ➔ Ningo-Prampram Municipal Assembly
8. Anloga District Assembly ➔ Anloga Municipal Assembly
9. South Tongu District Assembly ➔ South Tongu Municipal Assembly
10. Shama District Assembly ➔ Shama Municipal Assembly
11. Techiman North District Assembly ➔ Techiman North Municipal Assembly
12. Pru East District Assembly ➔ Pru East Municipal Assembly

Pending Decisions

The Government is also reviewing additional proposals, including:

• Upgrading Ho Municipality to a Metropolis
• Elevating Offinso North and Birim North Districts to Municipalities
• Evaluating petitions for the creation of new districts.

Implications for Local Governance

This upgrade initiative represents a significant milestone in Ghana’s decentralization agenda, empowering local authorities to better manage resources, expand public services, and accommodate the needs of growing urban populations. Through these structural changes, the government aims to create more robust and responsive local governance frameworks that can drive socio-economic growth and development at the grassroots level.

Conclusion

With these upgrades, Ghana takes another step toward enhancing its local governance architecture, promoting efficiency, accountability, and growth within the regional administration framework. As these reclassifications become fully operational, residents in the affected areas can anticipate improved public services, better infrastructure, and more effective governance.

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