Residents of Bembisi, a community in the Kassena Nankana West District of the Upper East Region, over the weekend celebrated their homecoming by raising a commendable GHC 39,021.70 and 88 bags of cement.
The funds and materials collected during the event are earmarked for the much-needed renovation of their only basic school, the Amenga-Etego Basic School.
The Homecoming celebration was not just a joyous occasion for the community but also a strategic initiative to rally support for the improvement of their basic school and address other pressing needs in the area.
Speaking to our reporter, the Assembly Member of the area, Anyungba Charles, shed light on the community’s struggles, emphasizing that despite the community’s maturity, they still lack access to the national grid. The absence of electricity remains a constant challenge for the residents, affecting various aspects of their lives.
“The lack of electricity is a significant hurdle for us. We are determined to address this issue and also enhance the infrastructure of our basic school. The resources gathered during this celebration will be directed towards these essential projects,” he affirmed.
He explained, “Today, we are not just celebrating our roots; we are coming together as a community to address crucial issues that impact our daily lives. Our focus is on renovating the Amenga-Etego Basic School, our sole educational institution in Bembisi.”
He therefore noted that the collected funds and cement bags symbolize the unity and determination of the Bembisi community to uplift their educational and living standards.
Source: A1Radioonline.com|Mark Kwasi Ahumah Smith|Bolgatanga|Ghana
