On August 23, 2022, the Aflavenu Market in the Central Tongu District marked its 2-year anniversary with a grand celebration, shining the spotlight on local economic development. District Chief Executive, Hon.
Thomas Moore Zonyrah, emphasized the importance of collective efforts to foster a thriving business environment, promote entrepreneurship, and enhance the district’s overall well-being.
On local economic growth, Hon. Zonyrah stressed the need for collective effort to create a thriving business environment, promote entrepreneurship, and enhance the overall well-being of the district.
On the Infrastructural Development, plans were announced for the extension of portable water to enclaves, improvement of sanitation issues at the market by November this year, and the introduction of road machines for rural areas, including Aflavenu and Adidokpawu.
A temporary police post was commissioned to enhance security, and sites were selected for market shed construction. Work is set to commence on the CHPs compound, a self-help project supported by CTDA.
Hon. Godwin Ayikpa Casola, parliamentary candidate for the NPP, highlighted his focus on rural telephone communication and IT issues if elected as Member of Parliament.
The event brought together stakeholders, community leaders, and market women, underscoring the collaborative approach to driving local economic growth and development.