The Social Welfare and Community Development Department of the Afigya Kwabre South District Assembly organized a two-day skills training programme for persons living with disabilities on 10th and 11th March 2026 at Kodie Methodist Church.
The training aimed to equip beneficiaries with vocational skills to help them establish their own businesses and become self-reliant. The programme was led by the District Director of Social Welfare, Cheslyn Nutsugah, who explained that the initiative is part of efforts to economically empower persons with disabilities in the district.
The training featured two main practical sessions: bead making and soap making. Participants were trained in producing items such as liquid soap, antiseptics, parazon, and bar soap. The bead-making session was facilitated by Kate Siakwa, while the soap-making session was handled by Cynthia Ntow.
In his remarks, Mr. Nutsugah urged participants to take the training seriously, emphasizing that the skills acquired could help them generate income, reduce dependency, and improve their living conditions.
Participants expressed appreciation to the Social Welfare Department for the initiative, describing it as a significant step toward financial independence.
The programme forms part of the district’s broader commitment to promoting inclusive development and improving the welfare of vulnerable groups.
