In a significant development for the Shiare community, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of Nkwanta South, Felix Owusu-Gyimah, has cut the sod for the construction of a Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHIPS) compound.
The initiative marks a pivotal moment for the community, which has long faced challenges in accessing essential healthcare services since its establishment.
Shiare community, known for its tourism potential, has struggled with the lack of a healthcare facility, forcing residents to travel long distances to the municipal capital to seek medical attention.
This lack of access has had dire consequences, particularly for vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, and pregnant women.
The new CHIPS compound, when completed, is expected to provide a range of essential health services, including maternal care, immunizations, and health education, thereby improving the overall health outcomes for the people.
At a brief ceremony for the groundbreaking, the MCE, Felix Owusu-Gyimah, emphasized the government’s commitment to enhancing healthcare delivery in underserved areas like Shiare.
He recognized the challenges the people faced in accessing healthcare, and the assembly is determined to change the narrative.
According to him, the project is part of the Gulf of Guinea Northern Regions Social Cohesion Project (SOCO) to ensure that the community has access to basic healthcare services, regardless of its geographical location.
He noted that the construction of the CHIPS compound is expected to create job opportunities for the youth, both during the building phase and once the facility is operational.
Additionally, it will serve as a hub for health education, empowering community members with knowledge about preventive healthcare practices.
The MCE urged the community members to support the contractor by contributing their quota to ensure the completion of the project on schedule.
Speaking with Adom News, the assembly member, Bunya Daniel, and the community leaders expressed their gratitude for the initiative, highlighting the positive impact it will have on their lives.
They noted that they have waited for this day for so long.
“Access to healthcare is a basic human right, and we are thankful that our voices have finally been heard,” said the residents.
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