The Ho Municipal Assembly has taken a major step toward promoting economic independence for persons with disabilities (PWDs) by distributing business-support items aimed at enhancing livelihoods and reducing street-level hardship.
The initiative, funded under the District Assemblies Common Fund for PWDs, provided beneficiaries with resources tailored to their vocational interests. Items distributed included cash packages, sewing machines, laptops, fufu-pounding machines, chest freezers, barbering kits, and essential provisions such as rice, oil, and detergents.
Speaking at the presentation, Mr Stephen Adom, Ho Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), emphasized that the program was designed to help PWDs build sustainable businesses and break the cycle of financial hardship that often forces some onto the streets. “This support will enable our people to transform their lives and achieve long-term economic stability,” he stated.
To ensure accountability, the Assembly has set up a monitoring task force to track the effective use of the items, with additional rewards and support for beneficiaries who demonstrate dedication and productivity.
Mr Adom also appealed to families and the community to treat PWDs with dignity, respect, and encouragement, emphasizing that their inclusion is central to the municipality’s development goals.
He concluded by reaffirming the Assembly’s commitment to leaving no resident behind, urging beneficiaries to leverage the support provided to improve their livelihoods and contribute to the local economy.
