The Government is progressing with the construction of 609 new homes specifically aimed at public servants in the country.
This announcement was made by Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, the Minister for Works and Housing, during a press briefing in Accra on Monday, September 30, 2024.
“These new housing units are part of our broader efforts to tackle Ghana’s housing deficit, which is currently estimated at 1.8 million units,” Minister Nkrumah stated.
“Decent housing enhances the lives of our public servants, providing them with dignity and enabling them to perform their duties effectively.”
The construction of these homes is part of the District Housing Programme, which aims to meet the housing needs of public sector employees, including teachers, nurses, police officers, and other essential workers, especially those assigned to rural and underserved areas.
“Our public servants deserve quality housing that promotes a conducive environment for their work and family life,” Minister Nkrumah emphasized. “The new homes will be built in various districts across the country to ensure accessibility for those in rural areas.”
In addition to the new homes, Minister Oppong Nkrumah shared updates on ongoing efforts to address stalled housing projects nationwide. He confirmed that the Koforidua Affordable Housing Project, which had been on hold, is set to resume construction after being handed over to the State Housing Company Limited.
Regarding the Saglemi Housing Project, which was initially intended to deliver 5,000 units but has faced significant delays, the Minister confirmed that negotiations are currently in progress to transfer the project to a private developer.
“This approach will facilitate the completion and sale of the units without additional government investment,” he explained.
The Minister also emphasized the collaboration with the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF) to secure sustainable financing for housing projects. “The GIIF will play a pivotal role in developing innovative financing models that will support our efforts to address the housing deficit,” he stated.
