Major Infrastructure Boost: President Mahama Cuts Sod for Wenchi-Bole-Sawla-Wa Road Project

SAWLA, UPPER WEST REGION – President John Dramani Mahama has officially initiated a major infrastructure project by cutting the sod for the rehabilitation and construction of the Wenchi-Bole-Sawla-Wa Road.  The ceremony, which took place in Sawla, marks the commencement of work on this critical corridor, which is expected to significantly enhance connectivity, trade, and economic activity across the Bono, Savannah, and Upper West Regions. watch video below or with this link https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMAtHjXcR/

The road project is a key component of the government's flagship "Big Push" infrastructure programme, designed to accelerate national development through significant investment in the country's road network.

Key Highlights of the Project

 * Regional Connectivity: The road is a vital link connecting the southern and middle belts of Ghana to the northern parts, specifically the regional capitals of Wa (Upper West) and Tamale (Northern Region, via Bole and Sawla).

 * Economic Impact: Rehabilitation of the corridor is projected to drastically reduce travel time, lower transportation costs for commuters and commercial goods, and facilitate easier access for farmers to markets, thereby boosting agricultural trade and regional commerce.

 * Commitment to the North: The sod-cutting follows President Mahama’s recent assurances to the chiefs and people of the Upper West Region that dilapidated roads and abandoned projects would be prioritized under his new administration. The project is seen as a fulfillment of a key promise to upgrade crucial routes like the Techiman-Wenchi-Bole-Wa-Hamile road as part of the broader infrastructure drive.

Focus on Development

During his address at the ceremony, President Mahama emphasized that infrastructural development remains central to his administration’s goal of creating a robust and resilient economy.

> "The construction of this road is not just about laying asphalt; it is about laying the foundation for prosperity," President Mahama stated. "It will unlock the vast agricultural and economic potential of these regions and create much-needed jobs for our youth."

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The Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) coverage, seen in the captured footage, highlighted the President's arrival in Sawla for the momentous occasion. The commencement of the Wenchi-Bole-Sawla-Wa Road Project underscores the administration’s focus on the 'Big Push' to transform Ghana's key infrastructure arteries.

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