ECOWAS To Donate US$250,000 to Flood Victims
Regional bloc pledges financial support as government promises full transfer of relief funds to flood victims.
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has approved a donation of US$250,000 (approximately GH¢3 million) to support victims of Ghana’s recent devastating floods, in a gesture of regional solidarity with communities affected by the disaster. The announcement was made by the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, in a Facebook post on Sunday, August 2, in which he disclosed that the Ministry had been officially notified of the decision by the regional body.
According to the Foreign Affairs Minister, the funds will be transferred in full to support flood victims immediately after they are received into the Ministry’s accounts. “I wish to announce, in the spirit of transparency and accountability, that the Foreign Ministry has just been notified by ECOWAS that they have decided to donate US$250,000.00 (about GH¢3 million) to Ghana for victims of the recent devastating floods,” he stated.
He assured the public that the government would ensure the entire amount reaches its intended beneficiaries, emphasizing the administration’s commitment to transparency in the management of relief resources. “As can be expected, the Foreign Ministry will hand over the entire funds as soon as we receive it in our accounts,” the Minister added.
Mr. Ablakwa also expressed Ghana’s profound appreciation to ECOWAS for extending support during the country’s time of need, describing the donation as a demonstration of genuine regional unity and compassion. “The Government of Ghana conveys boundless appreciation to ECOWAS for their solidarity and true African compassion,” he said.
The contribution comes as Ghana continues efforts to respond to the humanitarian impact of recent floods that displaced thousands of residents, destroyed homes and infrastructure, and disrupted livelihoods across several affected communities. The ECOWAS donation is expected to complement ongoing government interventions and humanitarian assistance aimed at providing relief, recovery support, and essential services to victims as authorities work to restore normalcy in the affected areas.
By: Joyce Owusu
