Rainfall destroys houses in Kpandae –Northern Ghana

Torrential rainfall is causing widespread damage to homes and property in several communities in the north of Ghana. Communities in the three northern regions –Upper West, Upper East, and Northern regions have all have been affected. Information from several communities indicate that the rains over the past week have disrupted economic activities in several towns and farming communities and left thousands of people homeless.

It has been reported that more than 1000 people in Nkanchenaa township in Kpandae district have been displaced following several days of rains. An official at the District Administration has reported that 66 houses have been destroyed and economic activity has been adversely affected. With the rains still falling local leaders have called for support to help those who have been displaced and those unable to go to their farms and other economic activity. People are taking shelter in makeshift accommodation with risk of ill health and hunger. All donations are welcome towards resettling the families are welcome. Donations of blankets and children’s clothing will be greatly welcomed.

If you live abroad and would like to make a donation or join a group to help launch an please contact Alfred Donkor on 00 44 (0) 7961 848 297 or email alfreddon2@yahoo.co.uk

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