Source: Samuel Nyamekye Jnr.
Kasoa is set to host the maiden edition of a Traditional Leaders and Stakeholders Forum on April 11, 2026, aimed at strengthening collaboration between Parliament, traditional authorities, and local development actors.
The initiative is being spearheaded by the Member of Parliament for Awutu Senya East, Phillis Naa Koryoo Okunor, as part of efforts to promote inclusive governance and community-driven development.
Ahead of the event, Hon. Okunor engaged the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Bagbin, at his official residence in Accra to seek guidance and support.
The engagement forms part of preparations to ensure the forum delivers meaningful outcomes, particularly in aligning national policy discussions with the needs of local communities.
Speaking after the meeting, Hon. Okunor underscored the importance of structured platforms that bring together traditional leaders, policymakers, and other stakeholders to contribute to governance and development.
The forum is expected to focus on defining the role of traditional authorities in governance, aligning stakeholder contributions with parliamentary priorities, and fostering partnerships between the public and private sectors to drive development in Kasoa and its surrounding areas.
She noted that the initiative goes beyond dialogue, aiming to establish a system where traditional leadership and local knowledge can meaningfully inform legislative processes.
Hon. Okunor added that her efforts are geared toward ensuring that residents of Awutu Senya East actively participate in shaping decisions that affect their lives.
The April 11 forum is expected to bring together traditional leaders, government officials, private sector actors, and civil society representatives, marking a significant step toward coordinated local development in the area.
