On Monday, 2nd March, 2026, a sod-cutting ceremony was held at Kenyasi to officially commence the construction of the College of Health Sciences. The event marked a major milestone in the educational and infrastructural development of the area and the Ahafo Region as a whole.
The District Chief Executive (DCE) warmly welcomed all dignitaries and guests to the sod-cutting ceremony for the College of Health Sciences at Kenyasi. He expressed appreciation to the Ahafo Regional Minister, the Honourable Member of Parliament, traditional authorities (Nananom), Heads of Departments, contractors, stakeholders, and members of the community for their presence and continued support toward the development of the district.
In his welcome address, the DCE emphasized the importance of the occasion, describing it as a historic milestone in the educational advancement of Kenyasi and the Ahafo Region. He noted that the establishment of the College of Health Sciences represents a significant investment in human capital development and healthcare improvement.
He further stated that the purpose of the gathering was to officially perform the sod-cutting ceremony to commence construction works for the College of Health Sciences project. The DCE reaffirmed the Assembly’s commitment to ensuring proper supervision and collaboration with all relevant stakeholders to guarantee the successful and timely completion of the project.
He concluded by calling for unity, cooperation, and continuous support from the community to ensure that the project achieves its intended objectives for the benefit of present and future generations.
The ceremony was attended by the Ahafo Regional Minister, Charity Gardiner, the Member of Parliament, Ebenezer Kwaku Addo, the District Chief Executive, traditional authorities (Nananom), Heads of Departments, Assembly Members, opinion leaders, contractors, and members of the public.
In her keynote address, Hon. Mrs. Charity Gardiner expressed profound appreciation to the GETFund Administrator for the immense support and commitment demonstrated in helping to secure and facilitate the realization of the project. She emphasized that without the timely intervention and assistance from GETFund, the establishment of the College of Health Sciences would not have been possible at this time.
She noted that the project reflects the government’s dedication to expanding access to tertiary education, particularly in the health sciences, to improve healthcare delivery and create employment opportunities for the youth. The Minister assured the gathering that the project would be closely monitored to ensure quality and timely completion.
Hon. Ebenezer Kwaku Addo, Member of Parliament, reiterated the importance of collaboration in achieving development goals. He echoed what he described as the “tripod” of development — the Regional Minister, the District Chief Executive, and Nananom — whose collective efforts made the project a reality.
He commended the unity and shared vision among the key stakeholders and assured constituents of his continued commitment to advocating for more developmental projects in the constituency.
Nananom were highly praised for their pivotal contribution to the success of the project. Their cooperation, guidance, and provision of land were described as critical factors in bringing the vision of the College into fruition. Their leadership demonstrated strong commitment to the educational advancement of the area.
The project will be executed by five (5) contractors and will comprise the following facilities:
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4 No. Two-Bedroom Staff Bungalows
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3 No. Three-Storey Classroom Blocks
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Boys’ Hostel
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Girls’ Hostel
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Other ancillary facilities to support academic and residential activities
Upon completion, the College of Health Sciences is expected to enhance tertiary education in health-related disciplines, improve healthcare training, and contribute significantly to the socio-economic development of Kenyasi and the Ahafo Region.
The sod-cutting ceremony symbolized progress, unity, and commitment to development. Stakeholders expressed optimism that the project would be executed efficiently and completed within the stipulated timeframe to serve the intended purpose of training competent health professionals for the nation.