- Name of MMDA: Ho Municipal Assembly
- Region: Volta Region
- Type of Assembly: Municipal
- Capital: Ho
- Year Established: 2012, under Legislative Instrument (L.I.) 2074, following the reconstitution of the former Ho District after the creation of Ho West District.
- Total Land Area: Approximately 2,361 sq. km.
- Population: 180,420, according to the 2021 Population and Housing Census, comprising 84,843 males and 95,577 females.
- Major Towns/Communities: Ho, Sokode, Klefe, Matse, Kpenoe, Nyive, Hodzo, Tanyigbe, Akoefe, Ziavi, Tokokoe, Shia, Taviefe, Takla, Attikpui, Akrofu and Tsawoe.
- Boundaries:
- North: Ho West District
- East: Republic of Togo
- West: Ho West District
- South: Adaklu District and Agotime-Ziope District.
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- Municipal Chief Executive (MCE): Hon. Stephen Adom
- Presiding Member: Hon. Mawunyo Agbe
- Member of Parliament: Hon. Richmond Edem Kofi Kpotosu, (MP for Ho Central)
- Assembly Structure: The Assembly is the highest political and administrative authority in the Municipality. Its structure comprises the General Assembly, Presiding Member, Executive Committee, statutory and other sub-committees, Municipal Coordinating Directorate and decentralised departments and units. It also operates through five Zonal Councils: Ho, Sokode, Dutasor, Hokpeta and Norvisi.
- Assembly Membership: The Assembly has 43 elected and appointed members, comprising 29 elected members and 14 government-appointed members. The MCE and MP form part of the broader institutional composition, with the MP serving as an ex-officio member.
- Key Sectors of Focus:
- Education – Expansion of classroom infrastructure, ICT integration, and teacher accommodation.
- Health – CHPS compounds, nurses’ quarters, and improved healthcare delivery.
- Roads & Infrastructure – Rehabilitation of township roads, dual carriageways, and drainage systems.
- Water & Sanitation – Borehole mechanization, refuse evacuation, and improved waste management.
- Housing – Affordable housing projects in partnership with Tema Development Corporation (TDC).
- Local Economic Development – Market expansion, SME support, and revenue mobilization.
- Agriculture – Support for farmers through mechanization and irrigation.
- Flagship Projects & Programmes:
- Education: Six-unit classroom blocks at Nyive, Hodzo-Alavanyo, Kpenoe, and Matse; two-unit kindergarten block at Avee; revival of staff accommodation and ICT labs at Tanyigbe SHS.
- Health: CHPS compounds at Ziavi-Bamefedo and Takla-Atiyinu; nurses’ quarters at Matse and Tokokoe.
- Roads: Ho-Kpenoe-Takla-Hodzo-Tokokoe corridor; Sokode-Anyirawase dual carriageway; township roads in Tanyigbe and Akoefe; pothole patching across the municipality.
- Sanitation: Evacuation of over 2,000 tons of refuse; enforcement of slaughterhouse relocation to Sokode abattoir.
- Housing: Revival of a stalled 10-unit semi-detached housing project near Ho Polyclinic; “Oxygen City Housing Project” and a 200-unit affordable housing scheme near Ho Airport.
- Markets: Expansion of the animal market from 12.6 to 24 acres to attract investors.
- SDGs Alignment:
- SDG 1 (No Poverty): Affordable housing and SME support.
- SDG 2 (Zero Hunger): Agricultural mechanization and irrigation.
- SDG 3 (Good Health & Well-being): CHPS compounds, nurses’ quarters, and expanded healthcare access.
- SDG 4 (Quality Education): Classroom expansion, ICT labs, and teacher accommodation.
- SDG 6 (Clean Water & Sanitation): Borehole mechanization, refuse evacuation, and sanitation enforcement.
- SDG 8 (Decent Work & Economic Growth): Market expansion, SME support, and revenue mobilization.
- SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure): Road rehabilitation, dual carriageways, and housing projects.
- SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities & Communities): Affordable housing, drainage systems, and township renewal.
- SDG 13 (Climate Action): Flood control and environmental management.
- Main Economic Activities:
- Agriculture – Cassava, maize, rice, plantain, and vegetable farming, alongside livestock rearing (goats, sheep, poultry).
- Trading & commerce – Ho Central Market and satellite markets serve as major trading hubs for food crops, livestock, and household goods.
- Agro-processing – Cassava flour, gari production, rice milling, palm oil extraction, and small-scale food processing.
- Artisanal activities – Carpentry, tailoring, mechanics, and small-scale manufacturing provide employment.
- Tourism & culture – Cultural festivals, eco-tourism sites, and heritage attractions such as Mount Adaklu and Wli Falls nearby.
- Key Investment Opportunities:
- Agro-processing plants – Expansion of cassava, rice, and palm oil processing facilities for local consumption and export.
- Market infrastructure – Modernization of Ho Central Market and construction of satellite markets to boost trading activities.
- Agricultural mechanization – Tractor services, irrigation systems, and improved seed distribution.
- Tourism promotion – Development of cultural tourism, eco-sites, and hospitality services.
- Renewable energy projects – Solar-powered irrigation, rural electrification, and green energy adoption.
- ICT & innovation hubs – Establishment of digital centres for youth training, entrepreneurship, and e-commerce.
- Business Support Services:
- Business Advisory Centre (BAC) – Provides training, entrepreneurship support, and SME development.
- Ghana Enterprises Agency (GEA) – Offers financial and technical support for small businesses.
- Rural banks & microfinance institutions – Provide credit facilities to farmers, traders, and artisans.
- NGO & donor programs – Initiatives in agriculture, women’s empowerment, and youth employment.
- Farmer cooperatives & market associations – Support collective bargaining, advocacy, and access to inputs.
- Cultural associations – Promote cultural heritage, weaving, and tourism-related enterprises.
- Health Facilities:
- Ho Teaching Hospital – The main referral hospital in the Volta Region, offering advanced medical services including surgery, maternal health, and specialized care.
- Ho Municipal Hospital – Provides general healthcare, outpatient services, and maternal and child health programmes.
- CHPS Compounds – Spread across peri-urban and rural communities to deliver primary healthcare and immunization services.
- Private Clinics & Maternity Homes – Complement public facilities with specialized maternal care and minor surgical services.
- Challenges – Shortage of medical staff, limited ambulance services, and high patient-to-doctor ratios in rural areas.
- Educational Institutions:
- University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) – A public university specializing in health sciences, training doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals.
- Ho Technical University – Offers technical, vocational, and professional programmes in engineering, business, and applied sciences.
- Senior High Schools – Institutions such as Mawuli School, OLA Girls Senior High, and Hohoe E.P. SHS provide second-cycle education.
- Basic Schools – Numerous public and private primary and JHS across Ho township and surrounding communities.
- Challenges – Inadequate classroom blocks, overcrowding in urban schools, and limited ICT facilities in rural schools.
- Road Network Condition:
- Major Roads – Ho-Accra and Ho-Hohoe roads serve as key transport corridors, though some sections suffer potholes and erosion.
- Township Roads – Ongoing rehabilitation and dual carriageway projects, including Sokode-Anyirawase and Ho-Kpenoe corridors.
- Feeder Roads – Many rural roads remain untarred, becoming impassable during rainy seasons.
- Challenges – Poor maintenance, flooding, and limited connectivity between farming communities and markets.
- Water & Sanitation Coverage:
- Boreholes – Mechanized boreholes provide water to peri-urban and rural communities.
- Public Toilets – Available in urban centres, though rural areas still face open defecation challenges.
- Waste Management – Refuse collection services concentrated in Ho township, with sanitation exercises in smaller communities.
- Drainage Systems – Ongoing construction of storm drains to reduce flooding in low-lying areas.
- Challenges – Inadequate coverage, poor maintenance, and need for improved hygiene education.
- Waste Management Systems:
- Solid waste collection – Refuse collection services concentrated in Ho township, with limited coverage in peri-urban communities.
- Sanitation exercises – Regular clean-up campaigns and fumigation to reduce disease outbreaks.
- Waste disposal sites – Existing dumping sites require proper engineering and maintenance to prevent environmental hazards.
- Community-based management – Local sanitation committees oversee boreholes, refuse collection, and hygiene education.
- Climate Adaptation Efforts:
- Tree planting campaigns – Afforestation initiatives in schools and communities to restore degraded lands.
- Climate-smart agriculture – Farmer training on soil conservation, irrigation, and drought-resistant crops.
- Disaster risk reduction – Flood control projects, dredging of drains, and sensitization on disaster preparedness.
- Renewable energy promotion – Encouraging solar energy adoption for households and irrigation systems.
- Watershed protection – Safeguarding rivers and streams from pollution and overuse.
- Eco-tourism integration – Linking conservation efforts with tourism sites such as Mount Adaklu and nearby natural attractions.
- Environmental Challenges:
- Deforestation – Logging, farming expansion, and charcoal production contribute to forest loss.
- Flooding – Poor drainage and heavy rainfall cause seasonal floods in low-lying areas.
- Waste disposal issues – Inadequate engineered landfill sites and poor household waste segregation.
- Climate variability – Unpredictable rainfall patterns affecting cassava, maize, and rice yields.
- Soil erosion – Farming on slopes and poor land management practices increase vulnerability.
- Water pollution – Agricultural runoff and improper waste disposal threaten rivers and streams.
- Public Engagement Strategies:
- Community durbars – Organized in traditional areas such as Tanyigbe, Hodzo, and Ziavi, where chiefs, Assembly members, and residents meet to discuss development priorities and accountability.
- Town hall meetings – Held quarterly in Ho township and peri-urban communities, focusing on budget discussions, project updates, and citizen feedback.
- Radio and local media – Stations like Volta Star Radio and Ho FM broadcast Assembly announcements, civic education, and interactive programmes where residents call in with concerns.
- Participatory budgeting – Community representatives are invited to contribute to the Municipal Assembly’s annual budget, ensuring local priorities (roads, schools, sanitation) are reflected.
- Feedback mechanisms – Suggestion boxes at the Assembly office, complaint desks at zonal councils, and liaison officers who document and escalate community concerns.
- Digital platforms – WhatsApp groups for youth and traders, Facebook pages for Assembly updates, and SMS alerts for sanitation exercises or health campaigns.
- Stakeholder consultations – Engagement with NGOs, CSOs, religious leaders, and traditional authorities to co-design development programmes.
- Youth & Women Inclusion Mechanisms:
- Youth empowerment programmes – Skills training, entrepreneurship support, and involvement in decision-making committees.
- Women’s groups and cooperatives – Platforms for women traders, farmers, and artisans to access credit, training, and advocacy.
- Gender mainstreaming – Ensuring women’s representation in Assembly sub-committees and leadership roles.
- Youth councils – Formal structures for young people to contribute to local governance and community development.
- Social protection initiatives – Targeted support for vulnerable women and youth, including livelihood programmes and scholarships.
