The government has donated a sum of GH₵1million to the victims of the Kantamanto market fire that occurred last week. The donation, which was presented by the Minister for Trade and Industry, is aimed at providing relief to the affected traders and helping them to get back on their feet.
The Kantamanto market fire, which was one of the most devastating in recent memory, destroyed hundreds of stalls and goods worth millions of cedis. The fire left many traders stranded and without means of livelihood, sparking widespread concern and calls for assistance.
The government’s donation of GH₵1million is a welcome relief to the affected traders, who have been struggling to come to terms with their losses. The donation is expected to be used to support the traders in rebuilding their stalls and restocking their goods.
According to the Minister for Trade and Industry, the government is committed to supporting the affected traders and helping them to recover from their losses. “We understand the devastating impact of the fire on the traders, and we are committed to providing them with the necessary support to get back on their feet,” the Minister said.
The donation was received by the leadership of the Kantamanto market, who expressed their gratitude to the government for the timely intervention. “We are grateful to the government for this donation, which will go a long way in supporting our members who were affected by the fire,” said the market leader.
The Kantamanto market fire has highlighted the need for improved fire safety measures in the country’s markets. The government has promised to work with market leaders to implement measures to prevent such disasters in the future.
In addition to the government’s donation, other organizations and individuals have also come forward to support the affected traders. The Ghana Red Cross Society, for example, has provided relief items such as food, water, and clothing to the victims.
The support from the government and other organizations has brought some relief to the affected traders, who are still trying to come to terms with their losses. However, much work remains to be done to support the traders in rebuilding their lives and livelihoods.
As the affected traders begin to rebuild, they are calling on the government to provide more support to help them recover from their losses. “We appreciate the government’s donation, but we need more support to get back on our feet,” said one trader.
The government has promised to continue providing support to the affected traders, including access to low-interest loans and training programs to help them rebuild their businesses.
In the coming weeks and months, the government will be working closely with the leadership of the Kantamanto market to implement measures to prevent similar disasters in the future. The government will also be providing ongoing support to the affected traders to help them recover from their losses.
The Kantamanto market fire has highlighted the importance of disaster preparedness and response in the country. The government’s donation and the support from other organizations have demonstrated the importance of community and solidarity in times of crisis.
As the affected traders begin to rebuild, they are grateful for the support they have received from the government and other organizations. However, they are also calling on the government to do more to prevent similar disasters in the future.
In conclusion, the government’s donation of GH₵1million to the victims of the Kantamanto market fire is a welcome relief to the affected traders. The donation is expected to provide much-needed support to the traders as they rebuild their lives and livelihoods.
Source: Africa Publicity
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