In a vibrant ceremony held in the Nkoranza North Constituency of the Bono East Region, former First Lady Lordina Mahama, through her Lordina Foundation, donated 120 sewing machines and 100 hair dryers to local dressmakers and hairdressers.
Additionally, she provided various items and financial support to 300 widows in the area.
This generous gesture aims to equip women artisans with essential tools to enhance their trades and secure a stable livelihood.
Addressing the beneficiaries, Mrs. Mahama urged them to remain committed and determined in their businesses, emphasizing the importance of quality customer service.
She also highlighted the National Democratic Congress (NDC)’s proposed policies, including a Free Apprenticeship Programme and the National Women Development Bank, designed to support traders, artisans, and small-scale businesses.
The event featured prominent NDC leaders in the Bono East Region, such as Bilal Mauzu, Deputy Director of the Traders and Artisans Network, Mr. Unass Owusu, the Bono East Regional Chairman, and Hon. Joseph Mensah, MP for Nkoranza North.
They emphasized the party’s commitment to empowering women, supporting small businesses, and promoting economic growth in Ghana.
Mr. Bilal Mauzu outlined the party’s strategic policies to empower these groups, stating, “The NDC’s National Apprenticeship Program offers free training and startup capital for entrepreneurs, eliminating financial barriers. The National Women Development Bank will provide loans for small-scale businesses, fostering growth and expansion.”
He emphasized that these initiatives are part of the NDC’s comprehensive plan to ensure equitable distribution of resources, promoting inclusive growth and prosperity for all citizens. “The party aims to address the concerns of traders and artisans through its youth wing structures,” he added.
The ceremony demonstrated the impact of community support and women’s empowerment, paving the way for a brighter future.
Hon. Joseph Mensah, MP for Nkoranza North Constituency, promised further development for artisans if the party wins both the presidential and parliamentary elections on December 7th.
This initiative showcases the NDC’s dedication to investing in local talent and infrastructure, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for all constituents.
