
MMDAs Face Scrutiny as DACF Transfers Surge Past GH¢5bn
The jump in District Assemblies Common Fund disbursements has prompted a World Bank‑led review of local government financial management across Ghana’s 261 districts.
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The jump in District Assemblies Common Fund disbursements has prompted a World Bank‑led review of local government financial management across Ghana’s 261 districts.

Chief Executive Officer Malik Basintale warned that the YEA still receives no funding from the DACF, hindering its ability to expand job programmes across Ghana.

The Public Accounts Committee halted its Monday meeting when Michael Harry Yamson, DACF Administrator, failed to attend for the second time, sparking accusations of gross disrespect.

President Mahama unveiled a pilot project to bring rechargeable electric wheelchairs to Ghana, with a plan to repeat the initiative annually if successful.

The district assembly will appear before Accra’s Select Committee on Sanitation and Water Resources to clarify its use of District Assemblies Common Fund allocations.

The Select Committee on Sanitation and Water Resources praised the majority of assemblies in the Volta and Oti Regions for effectively deploying their 10% District Assemblies Common Fund allocations to improve water and sanitation infrastructure.

The foundation cleared medical bills for 29 patients at Dodowa hospital and will extend support nationwide, covering 16 government facilities and 120 NHIS registrations.

Japan Motors Network CEO says specialised technical skills give a stronger foundation for leadership and career growth.

Clement Boateng says rising cargo volumes and shipping delays from the UAE are forcing traders to face longer wait times and early loan repayments.

The long‑time Ghanaian entrepreneur shares lessons from 25 years of family business, urging entrepreneurs to avoid debt, dead stock and costly mistakes.

Dr Cassel Ato Forson praised the bank’s pioneering role in expanding credit access and job creation across Ghana’s rural communities.

President Mahama highlighted a new 15‑ to 20‑year mortgage programme at CHOGM, inviting diaspora Ghanaians to invest in home ownership back home.
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