Boosting Local Governance
The DACF-RFG is a performance-based grant system designed to incentivize Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to improve efficiency, transparency, and accountability in local governance.
The grant has enabled MMDAs to deliver critical infrastructure, build institutional capacity, and foster greater trust between local authorities and citizens.
Addressing Challenges
The Minister acknowledged challenges, such as delays in fund disbursement, that have occasionally hindered the program’s effectiveness.
However, he expressed optimism about the progress made and the commitment of stakeholders to addressing these issues.
Switzerland’s Support
Ambassador Simone Giger disclosed that local governance and decentralisation were key pillars of Switzerland’s support to Ghana and this had been underscored in the new cooperation framework with the country which highlights it as a priority.
She expressed her strong support for the DACF-RFG initiative and mentioned that, from her visit to some project sites in 12 regions of the country, it was clear citizens were direct beneficiaries of the support from the government of Switzerland, a situation she described as, “heart-warming”.
While commending Ghana for the judicious use of the DACF-RFG, she emphasized the impact the DACF-RFG had made and expressed her commitment to the success of the programme. END
