By Haala Hassan Bamba, Municipal Information Officer
The La Dade-Kotopon Municipal Assembly (LaDMA), through its Department of Social Welfare and Community Development, has disbursed a total of GH¢219,592 to forty-eight (48) Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in the 25th batch of the Disability Fund.
The disbursement ceremony, held on Thursday, 31st December 2025, at the forecourt of the Municipal Assembly, was conducted in accordance with the Guidelines for the Management and Disbursement of the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) for Persons with Disabilities.
The event was attended by the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Hon. Alfredos Nii Anyetei; the Municipal Coordinating Director; Heads of Departments; representatives of disability organizations; beneficiaries; and other dignitaries.
Remarks from Officials
In her welcome address, the Head of the Department of Social Welfare and Community Development, Madam Paulina Mensah, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving the welfare of PWDs and other vulnerable groups. She noted that the 25th batch marks the second disbursement exercise held in 2025 and urged beneficiaries to make prudent use of the support to improve their socio-economic conditions.
The MCE, Hon. Alfredos Nii Anyetei, in his remarks, emphasized the importance of the exercise, revealing that he had rescheduled an official trip to personally attend the programme. He encouraged beneficiaries to use the funds and equipment for their intended purposes.
“Although the amounts may seem modest, they are sufficient to serve as start-up capital for income-generating ventures,” the MCE stated. He further stressed the need for accountability, noting that many other qualified applicants are still awaiting support.
The District Representative of the Ghana Federation of Persons with Disabilities, Mr. Anthony Adarkwa, also addressed the gathering. He appealed for future disbursements to be organized promptly upon the release of the DACF and reminded beneficiaries that monitoring visits would be conducted to ensure the appropriate use of the funds and items received.
Disbursement Details
Out of the 48 beneficiaries, thirty-nine (39) received cash support totaling GH¢160,000, with individual amounts ranging from GH¢2,000 to GH¢5,000. The remaining nine (9) beneficiaries received livelihood-support items, including seven (7) freezers, one (1) fridge, and one (1) knitting machine, valued at GH¢59,592.
The beneficiaries comprised twenty-six (26) females and twenty-two (22) males, representing various categories of disability. The Assembly noted that seven (7) beneficiaries are yet to collect their cash and items, and arrangements have been made to ensure they receive their support.
Conclusion
The program concluded with an expression of gratitude from beneficiaries and their families. A prayer led by Miss Naa Dzama Kpobi, a daughter of one of the beneficiaries, capped off the event, with heartfelt appreciation extended to the MCE, the Assembly, and all stakeholders for their continuous support.
The disbursement reaffirms LaDMA’s commitment to inclusive development, social protection, and the economic empowerment of Persons with Disabilities within the municipality.
