70 persons receive support under Disability Fund in Upper Denkyira West

The Upper Denkyira West District Assembly has provided renewed hope to dozens of persons with disabilities through the distribution of items aimed at promoting independent and sustainable livelihoods.

A total of 70 beneficiaries received support under the District’s share of the Disability Fund, in an initiative designed to ease daily challenges while creating opportunities for economic empowerment.

According to a report by adomonline.com, on April 22, 2026, the items distributed included deep freezers, sewing machines, washing machines, fufu pounding machines, pepper grinding machines, wheelchairs, as well as cash support.

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The equipment is expected to help beneficiaries either start small-scale businesses or expand existing ventures, reducing reliance on external support.

District Chief Executive, Isaac Nsiah, encouraged recipients to remain determined and not allow disability to limit their ambitions.

He urged them to make productive use of the items by investing in income-generating activities or pursuing skills training through apprenticeship programmes.

Also addressing the gathering, Ibrahim Mustapha, District Director of the Department of Social Welfare, called for stronger support systems and greater inclusivity.

He emphasised that persons with disabilities are an integral part of society and should be given equal opportunities to contribute meaningfully to national development.

Beneficiaries described the intervention as timely and life-changing, expressing gratitude for the support, which they said would significantly improve their living conditions.

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