By Barbara Asempa | Project leader
Dear Donors, Supporters, and Partners,
We are pleased to present this progress report on the ongoing construction and implementation of the Vocational Training Centre for communities affected by the Akosombo Dam flooding. Your generosity continues to transform lives, restore hope, and create sustainable opportunities for young people and families who were severely impacted by the disaster.
1. Water Connection Completed
Although the building had been roofed and the learners had moved into the facility, one major challenge remained unresolved—the centre had no water connection. This made daily operations extremely tedious, especially for the vocational programmes that require consistent water use. We are grateful to God and to all who supported this need, as water has now been successfully connected to the facility during the reporting period.
2. Electricity Connection and Staff Accommodation
Another significant challenge was the absence of electricity in both the main centre and the attached one-bedroom facilitator’s apartment. Although electrical cables had been laid in the apartment, there was no funding to complete the entire wiring and connection at the time. We are pleased to report that electricity has now been fully connected. With this development, the facilitator has moved into the one-bedroom apartment attached to the facility.
3. Donation of Sewing Machines
The Presbyterian Church of Ghana donated five (5) brand-new sewing machines, bringing the total number of machines to 23. Although we still require additional machines to serve the growing number of trainees, we are extremely grateful for this generous support.
4. Donation of Fabrics for Practical Training
The Presbyterian Church of Ghana also supported the centre with fabrics. These materials have been used for practical lessons, enabling students to sharpen their skills and produce quality items without the burden of purchasing their own materials.
5. Launch of the Catering Department
The centre expanded its scope by launching the Catering Department in October 2025 with 20 new students. A dedicated facilitator has been hired to oversee the programme. The students successfully completed two months of training and are currently on a short break, set to resume in January 2026.
Words of Gratitude
We extend our heartfelt appreciation to GlobalGiving donors, individual donors and partners, partner organisations, the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, and all friends of the project.
Outstanding Needs
Although tremendous progress has been made, a few critical areas still require support before the building and centre can be fully completed:
- Completion of plumbing works
- Plastering of the building
- Installation of the ceiling
- Completion of outstanding electrical works
Conclusion
This project is changing lives daily. We are deeply grateful for your continued partnership, prayers, and financial support.
Warm regards,
By Abigail Ohene-Gyamfi | Project Coordinator
By Abigail Ohene-Gyamfi | Project Coordinator
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