10,720 Housing units
-Under development to address housing deficit – Oppong Nkrumah
The Minister for Works and Housing, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has unveiled plans to address Ghana’s housing deficit, revealing that over 10,000 housing units are currently in various stages of development in the Greater Accra Region alone.
During an inspection of ongoing construction works at several sites, Mr. Oppong Nkrumah disclosed that initiatives are underway to alleviate Ghana’s housing challenges.
He outlined key areas of focus, including the Tema Development Company (TDC) Affordable housing enclave in Kpone, Community 22, Pokuase, Tessano, and Lartebiokorshie.
Providing details on the progress of these projects, the minister said that under the TDC Affordable Housing enclave, they have already completed about 1,072 units.
800 units by TDC
He disclosed that TDC is just about to start work on phase four, which comprises about 800 units.
300 units Community 22
In Community 22, the Minister said TDC has already completed 300 units, heading to 400.
Another 600 units for Community 22
He disclosed that they are going to start the next phase, which will bring it to about 600 units.
8,000 units at Pokuase
An ongoing 8,000 housing units is also being developed under Pokuase Affordable Housing Project.
320 units Security Services Housing Project
In Tessano, he said about 320 units are almost completed under the Security Services Housing Project.
100 units for govt workers
He disclosed that an additional 100 housing units under the Redevelopment Housing Programme for Government workers located in Lartebiokorshie are also progressing.
Oppong Nkrumah explained that by the time all the above projects are completed, this should give Ghana more than 10,000 units.
1, 2, and 3-bedroom units
He said the types of housing units being constructed vary from single-family homes to subsidized 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units.
This variety aims to cater to the diverse needs and income levels of the population.
Mr. Oppong Nkrumah emphasized the urgency of addressing Ghana’s housing deficit, citing the current urban population of 58%, an urbanization rate of 3.3%, and a housing deficit of 1.8 million units.
He stressed that the lack of affordable housing has been a longstanding issue in Ghana, contributing to substandard living conditions.
The Minister highlighted the diversity of housing units being constructed, ranging from single-family homes to subsidized 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units, aimed at catering to various income levels within the population.
In collaboration with private sector developers and stakeholders, the Ministry is working tirelessly to expedite construction and bring these housing units to market as soon as possible.
Mr. Oppong Nkrumah also revealed that the government is exploring additional avenues to construct more affordable houses to bridge the existing housing deficit.
Overall, these initiatives represent a significant step forward in the government’s efforts to increase housing stock and reduce rental prices, ultimately improving the living standards of Ghanaians across the country.
