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Atiwa East District Assembly
The Atiwa East District Assembly was established in 2018 by Legislative Instrument (LI) 2344 of 2017 as one of the newly created 33 districts in the Eastern Region with Anyinam as the District Capital. The District was carved out of the then Atiwa Distric
Atiwa East District Assembly Reclaim Abandoned Mining Pits, Ensuring Safety and Community Development![]()
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Hon. Ernest Owusu Ntim, the District Chief Executive (DCE) of Atiwa East District, has taken decisive steps to tackle the hazards posed by abandoned mining pits in the district. In line with his manifesto commitment to the people of Atiwa East, the DCE has commissioned a dedicated task force, including members of the security services, to enforce compliance by local miners and ensure all abandoned mining pits are safely covered and repurposed.![]()
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This initiative has received strong backing from traditional authorities, the local council of churches, and all relevant stakeholders. It has been one of his central focuses of Hon. Owusu Ntim’s familiarization tour across the district in 2025, consistently highlighting the need to transform dangerous mining sites into safe and productive spaces.![]()
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“The safety of our communities is paramount,” Hon. Ernest Owusu Ntim said. “Abandoned mining pits have long been death traps. Our task force operating with a proposed module operande but in-compliance with the rules and regulation governing mining activities will ensure that, they are properly covered and reshaped for other beneficial uses, protecting lives and supporting community development.”![]()
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The Atiwa East District Assembly has partnered closely with local media such as JoyNews, the Information Services Department (ISD), and others, to monitor and report progress, ensuring transparency and keeping the public informed. Already, several mining pits previously considered hazardous have been safely covered and reshaped, opening up possibilities for alternative community uses, including the implementation of 24-hour policies and other local development projects.![]()
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This bold initiative underscores the District Assembly’s commitment to sustainable development, public safety, and effective governance, demonstrating how strategic leadership and collaboration with stakeholders can turn environmental hazards into opportunities for community growth.![]()
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The Information Services Department (ISD) being the eyes and ears at the grass root of every district assembly is committed to report every progress of the district assembly’s activities and update residence.
Atiwa East District Assembly Leverages NCCE Program to Engage Abekoase Community on Responsible Mining and Development Initiatives![]()
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Hon. Ernest Owusu Ntim, the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Atiwa East District, has engaged the chiefs, queen mothers, and residents of Abekoase as part of ongoing efforts to promote responsible mining, environmental protection, and community development. The engagement, held through a collaboration with the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), CHRAJ, Information Services Department (ISD), and the Ghana Education Service (GES), provided a platform to strengthen community awareness and implement local development policies.![]()
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In his address, Hon. Ernest Owusu Ntim highlighted the District Assembly’s 24-hour economy policy as a key strategy to stimulate local economic activity while ensuring sustainable resource management. He emphasized the reclamation of abandoned and active mining sites for developmental projects such as roads, schools, and community facilities.![]()
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The DCE also outlined the “modular operandi” being implemented to safeguard water bodies from destructive mining practices by the Blue Water Guard who work closely with the National joint security taskforce, and stressing that, strict monitoring and enforcement measures will be applied to all mining activities in the district. “Our priority is to protect our environment while ensuring that mining contributes meaningfully to community development,” he said.![]()
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Surprising, one of the highlights hammered by the DCE is Abekoase being the center hub for prostitution. According to GHS statistical reports, out of 5 residences, 3 out of the 5 have AIDS. He promise to constantly engage GHS on this matter and how prostitution can be eradicated from the community.![]()
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Other intervention measures shared during the meeting included initiatives to improve road infrastructure, provide scholarships to deserving students, and ensure that the benefits of the Community Mining Levy are equitably shared among residents. Hon. Owusu Ntim reaffirmed that recalcitrant miners who violate agreements or endanger water bodies and farmlands would face strict enforcement, with the involvement of relevant security agencies where necessary.![]()
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The event, coordinated by the NCCE served as a platform for direct community feedback and witnessed reaffirmation of the District Assembly’s commitment to inclusive development. Residents expressed appreciation for the proactive engagement, pledging to collaborate with the Assembly to ensure responsible mining practices and sustainable use of local resources.![]()
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This initiative demonstrates the Atiwa East District Assembly’s dedication to leveraging partnerships with government agencies and civic education programs to foster development, environmental stewardship, and socio-economic growth across the district.
Hon Ernest Owusu Ntim Engaged Napapa :: Atiwa East DCE Engages Nanapa Community on Responsible Mining and Development![]()
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In August 2025, the District Chief Executive (DCE) for the Atiwa East District Assembly, Hon. Ernest Owusu Ntim, embarked on a familiarization tour to the Nanapa community, where he engaged traditional leaders, including chiefs and queen mothers, as well as the broader community.![]()
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The engagement focused on key development and security concerns, with particular emphasis on the implementation of a responsible modus operandi for community mining. Discussions also centered on ensuring that the entire community benefits equitably from the Community Development Levy, while preventing further destruction of water bodies and lands designated for domestic and agricultural use. Other critical issues, including community security, were also addressed.![]()
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Last Wednesday January 21st, 2026, around 2pm, the DCE and his entourage rolled back to the community to engage with the chiefs, the leaders and the entire community for the second time, with the purpose to know the current state of the community as at last year August 2025.![]()
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The meeting moderated by the Information Services Department (ISD) reveals an assessment presented by the community on the state of mining activities in Nanapa as of August 2025. This assessment revealed several challenges, including the failure to reclaim mined lands, the destruction of pathways leading to farmlands, and the lack of tangible benefits to the community from the community mining levy.![]()
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In his address, Hon. Ernest Owusu Ntim made it clear that, all recalcitrant miners would be dealt with decisively, stressing that such activities constitute a breach of agreements reached between the District Assembly and the Small-Scale Mining Association. He assured the community that enforcement measures would be strengthened to ensure compliance with established regulations even if it comes to the necessity of the involvement of NAIMOS, with an assurance, he will do it.![]()
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As part of the intervention measures, the DCE announced that the Ghana Blue Guard would be deployed to protect water bodies and areas not designated for mining activities. He further assured the community that all identified issues would be addressed through coordinated efforts between the Assembly, security agencies, and relevant stakeholders.![]()
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The Information Services Department (ISD) being the sole eyes and ears at the grassroot of every local Assembly for the government, and the rest of the media witnessed engagement reaffirmation commitment of the District Assembly to responsible mining, environmental protection, and inclusive community development in the Atiwa East District.