Joint Monitoring Exercise Confirms Steady Progress of GSCSP Projects in Oti and Volta The Ministry, in collaboration with the World Bank, has commenced a Joint Monitoring Exercise under the Ghana Secondary Cities Support Programme (GSCSP) to assess the implementation of projects across beneficiary Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs). The monitoring exercise forms part of efforts to ensure that projects under the Programme, which is expected to conclude end of year, are progressing according to schedule. The exercise seeks to verify that contractors are actively on site, assess the utilisation of funds already disbursed, monitor compliance with environmental and social safeguard requirements, and identify challenges that may require timely intervention. It will also inform the processing of subsequent disbursements to facilitate the completion of projects before the Programme’s closure. The team began the exercise in the Krachi East Municipality at Dambai in the Oti Region, where three ongoing projects were inspected. Overall, the projects were found to be progressing steadily, with contractors actively executing works. During the inspection, the team observed minor erosion around some local drains and advised the contractor to undertake the necessary corrective measures to prevent further deterioration and protect the integrity of the infrastructure. The team also assessed compliance with environmental, health and safety safeguards and observed that workers were appropriately equipped with the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and were adhering to the prescribed safety standards. Contractors were encouraged to maintain these standards while expediting works to ensure timely completion.The team further inspected a linear infrastructure project, where work was also progressing satisfactorily. However, traders operating along sections of the project corridor were identified as a potential safety concern. The Assembly was advised to work with the affected traders to relocate their activities away from the construction zone to minimise risks and facilitate smooth project implementation. The monitoring team later visited the Hohoe Municipality in the Volta Region, where six GSCSP projects were inspected. Although some contractors had completed work for the day before the team’s arrival, the quality and progress of works observed indicated satisfactory implementation and compliance with safeguard requirements. One recommendation made during the visit was the installation of clearly visible emergency contact information at project sites to enhance emergency preparedness and improve public safety. Contractors were also encouraged to continue observing all safeguard protocols throughout the remaining stages of implementation. Overall, the monitoring exercise found that the projects visited in both the Oti and Volta Regions are progressing steadily, with only minor issues requiring corrective action. The Ministry and the World Bank remain committed to working closely with the beneficiary Assemblies and contractors to address these issues promptly and ensure the successful completion of all GSCSP projects before the Programme concludes. The joint monitoring exercise continues in the Adaklu District, where the team will assess additional projects to ensure they remain on track for completion within the Programme’s implementation period. Sampson Kumah Ifeetwube Elvis Jul 27, 2026 The Ministry, in collaboration with the World Bank, has commenced a Joint Monitoring Exercise under...
Sampson Kumah Ifeetwube Elvis 