- Name of MMDA: Hohoe Municipal Assembly
- Region: Volta Region
- Type of Assembly: Municipal
- Capital: Hohoe
- Year Established: 1979 as a District Assembly. It attained Municipal status in 2008, and the present municipal configuration was established under L.I. 2072 in 2012, following the creation of Afadzato South District. The assembly currently operates under the Local Government (Hohoe Municipal Assembly) (Establishment) Instrument, 2020 (L.I. 2397). This updated instrument accounted for regional boundary updates, notably following the creation of the Oti Region which carved out the Guan District.
- Total Land Area: Approximately 367 sq. km.
- Population: 114,472 according to the 2021 Population and Housing Census. The Assembly’s 2026 budget projects the population at 123,511.
- Major Towns/Communities: Hohoe, Wli, Gbi-Wegbe, Gbi-Bla, Gbi-Kpeme, Alavanyo-Kpeme, Alavanyo-Abehenease, Alavanyo-Wudidi, Fodome-Helu, Fodome-Amele, Agome-Dzogbedze, Likpe-Mate, Likpe-Bakwa, Santrokofi-Gbedzome, Lolobi-Kumasi, and surrounding communities.
- Boundaries:
- North: Guan District and Biakoye District in the Oti Region
- East: Republic of Togo
- West: Kpando Municipal Assembly
- South: Afadzato South District and Ho West District.
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- Municipal Chief Executive (MCE): Hon. Prosper Kumi
- Presiding Member: Hon. Rafiu Adams Darajaat
- Member of Parliament: Hon. Thomas Worlanyo Tsekpo, (MP for Hohoe Constituency)
- Assembly Structure: The Assembly operates through the General Assembly, Presiding Member, Executive Committee, statutory and other sub-committees, Municipal Coordinating Directorate, and decentralised departments and units. In 2026, the Assembly’s reconstituted sub-committees included Justice and Security, Works, Public Relations and Complaints, Finance and Administration, Social Services, Development Planning, and Agriculture. Its sub-district structure comprises four Zonal Councils: Gbi South, Alavanyo, Hohoe and Agumatsa.
- Assembly Membership: The established composition is 17 elected members and 14 government-appointed members, giving 31 elected and appointed Assembly Members. The MCE forms part of the broader Assembly structure, while the MP serves as an ex-officio member without voting rights.
- 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, feeder roads to farming communities, and drainage systems.
- Water & Sanitation – Borehole mechanization, refuse evacuation, and improved waste management.
- Housing – Affordable housing projects and staff accommodation.
- Local Economic Development – Market modernization, SME support, and tourism promotion.
- Agriculture – Cocoa, coffee, rice, cassava, and vegetable farming with mechanization support.
- Tourism & Culture – Leveraging attractions such as Wli Waterfalls, Mount Afadjato, and cultural festivals.
- Flagship Projects & Programmes:
- Education: Construction of six-unit classroom blocks in underserved communities; ICT labs in selected schools; teacher accommodation projects.
- Health: CHPS compounds in rural zones; nurses’ quarters in underserved areas; expansion of Hohoe Municipal Hospital.
- Roads: Rehabilitation of Hohoe–Wli–Afadjato corridor to boost tourism; feeder road upgrades to farming communities; township road patching and drainage works.
- Sanitation: Evacuation of refuse dumps; mechanized boreholes in peri-urban communities; enforcement of sanitation by-laws.
- Housing: Affordable housing schemes for low-income households; completion of stalled staff bungalows.
- Markets: Modernization of Hohoe Central Market; establishment of satellite markets in Gbi and nearby communities.
- Tourism: Development of eco-tourism facilities at Wli Waterfalls and Mount Afadjato; promotion of cultural festivals to attract visitors.
- 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 modernization, SME support, and tourism promotion.
- SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure): Road rehabilitation, feeder road upgrades, and housing projects.
- SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities & Communities): Affordable housing, drainage systems, and township renewal.
- SDG 13 (Climate Action): Flood control, afforestation, and environmental management.
- SDG 15 (Life on Land): Conservation of natural attractions like Wli Waterfalls and Mount Afadjato.
- Main Economic Activities:
- Agriculture – Cocoa, coffee, rice, cassava, maize, plantain, and vegetable farming, alongside livestock rearing (goats, sheep, poultry).
- Trading & commerce – Hohoe 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.
- Tourism & culture – Attractions such as Wli Waterfalls, Mount Afadjato, and cultural festivals drive eco-tourism and hospitality services.
- Artisanal activities – Carpentry, tailoring, weaving, mechanics, and small-scale manufacturing provide employment.
- Key Investment Opportunities:
- Agro-processing plants – Expansion of cassava, rice, palm oil, and coffee processing facilities for local consumption and export.
- Market infrastructure – Modernization of Hohoe 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 eco-tourism sites, cultural festivals, and hospitality services around Wli and Afadjato.
- 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.
- Farmer cooperatives & market associations – Support collective bargaining, advocacy, and access to inputs.
- NGO & donor programs – Initiatives in agriculture, women’s empowerment, and youth employment.
- Tourism associations – Promote eco-tourism, cultural heritage, and hospitality enterprises.
- Health Facilities:
- Hohoe Municipal Hospital – The main referral hospital in the municipality, offering general healthcare, maternal services, and specialized care.
- CHPS Compounds – Spread across rural communities such as Gbi and Wli 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 inadequate equipment in rural health centres.
- Educational Institutions:
- Senior High Schools – Institutions such as Hohoe E.P. Senior High, St. Teresa’s SHS, and Gbi SHS provide second-cycle education.
- Basic Schools – Numerous public and private primary and JHS across Hohoe township and surrounding communities.
- Vocational & Technical Training – Skills centres offering carpentry, tailoring, mechanics, and ICT training.
- Challenges – Inadequate classroom blocks, overcrowding in urban schools, and limited ICT facilities in rural schools.
- Road Network Condition:
- Major Roads – Hohoe–Wli–Afadjato corridor serves as a key transport and tourism route, though some sections suffer potholes and erosion.
- Township Roads – Ongoing rehabilitation projects within Hohoe township to improve mobility.
- Feeder Roads – Many rural roads remain untarred, becoming impassable during rainy seasons, especially in farming communities.
- 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 Hohoe 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 Hohoe township, with limited coverage in peri-urban and rural communities.
- Sanitation exercises – Monthly clean-up campaigns organized in collaboration with schools, churches, and traditional authorities.
- Waste disposal sites – Existing dumping sites in Hohoe and Gbi require proper engineering to prevent leachate and environmental hazards.
- Community-based management – Local sanitation committees oversee refuse collection, boreholes, and hygiene education.
- Private contractor partnerships – The Assembly collaborates with waste management companies for refuse evacuation in urban centres.
- 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 such as cocoa, coffee, and rice.
- Disaster risk reduction – Flood control projects, dredging of drains, and sensitization on disaster preparedness.
- Renewable energy promotion – Encouraging solar energy adoption for households, schools, and irrigation systems.
- Watershed protection – Safeguarding rivers and streams from pollution and overuse, especially in farming zones.
- Eco-tourism integration – Linking conservation efforts with tourism sites such as Wli Waterfalls and Mount Afadjato.
- 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 cocoa, coffee, cassava, and rice yields.
- Soil erosion – Farming on slopes in Wli and Afadjato increases vulnerability.
- Water pollution – Agricultural runoff and improper waste disposal threaten rivers and streams.
- Public Engagement Strategies:
- Community durbars – Organized in traditional areas such as Gbi, Wli, and Afadjato, where chiefs, Assembly members, and residents meet to discuss development priorities and accountability.
- Town hall meetings – Quarterly forums in Hohoe township and peri-urban communities, focusing on budget discussions, project updates, and citizen feedback.
- Radio and local media – Stations like Volta Star Radio and local FM outlets 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 in ICT, carpentry, tailoring, and entrepreneurship, with youth 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, scholarships, and microfinance access.
