Story by Apiah-Kubi
Zera Mission Africa, a non-governmental organization, has stepped up its efforts at promoting good sanitary conditions as part of its community development program. In addition to this, Zera Mission Africa has been undertaking evangelism activities in some communities in the country.
The Mission’s goal, according to its Coordinator for Bono, Bono East and Ahafo Regions, Mr. Bright Debrah, is to provide resources that enhance human life and foster societal growth.
Throwing more light on a recently organized a sanitation activity in Banda Gbao, a community in the Banda district of the Bono Region, Mr. Debrah said the initiative demonstrates their commitment to improving the lives of people in local communities and bringing smiles to their faces.
“We are demonstrating what God has told us to do, that is to help the poor and the needy as in James 1:27”, he quoted.
Lack of development
“Zera Mission Africa’s projects go beyond clean-up exercises, as we have observed that most of the communities in the Banda district are farmers and they lack developmental projects”, he stated.
He highlighted some of their projects, including training and support for teachers to enhance education in the local communities, medical support and resources to those in need and the provision of free medical screenings to identify health issues and provide early intervention.
He also mentioned a special support package for orphanages Homes for Caring orphans and community-based projects like boreholes, toilet facilities, schools, and health facilities to improve infrastructure and access to basic services.
He explained that his organization’s sanitation initiative in Banda Gbao was based on the results of their health screening, which highlighted the need for proper sanitation and hygiene practices.
Mr. Debrah emphasized the importance of educating communities on the proper use and maintenance of infrastructure and resources provided by the organization for further assistance.
Financial support
As part of the sanitation exercise, Mr. Debrah presented Gh¢100,000 to some identified vulnerable persons, aged, businessmen and women and students, among others.
In his call to action, Mr. Debrah urged those who have benefited from the organization’s projects and resources to make use of them to provision of bettering their lives.
He also encouraged those who are yet to benefit from the organization’s initiatives to be patient and assured them that their time will come.
