The government of Ghana has launched an ambitious road construction project, dubbed the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP), aimed at creating employment opportunities for 5,000 construction workers. The initiative, funded mainly by the District Assembly Common Fund, seeks to improve road infrastructure across the country by patching up and smoothening deplorable roads.
DRIP aims to revitalize road infrastructure nationwide by allocating earth-moving equipment to Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs). The programme, supported by donor partners, will provide MMDAs with essential equipment such as Caterpillars, Bulldozers, and Concrete Mixers to bolster road construction efforts.
The resources provided under DRIP will address longstanding infrastructure challenges across Ghana, expediting the completion of road projects and enhancing agricultural activities in farming communities. By facilitating better access to markets and reducing transportation costs, improved rural road networks are expected to mitigate post-harvest losses for farmers, contributing to economic stability and food security.
The Minister for Local Government, Decentralisation, and Rural Development, Martin Adjei Mensah Korsah, emphasized DRIP’s transformative impact during a media briefing. The District Road Improvement Programme is a crucial initiative aimed at enhancing road infrastructure in rural areas,” Mr. Korsah stated, highlighting the programme’s potential to improve living standards.
DRIP’s focus on rural road networks will have a direct impact on the livelihoods of farmers and rural communities, providing them with better access to markets and economic opportunities. By creating 5,000 direct jobs for construction workers, DRIP will also contribute to reducing unemployment and stimulating economic growth in Ghana.
