Social Activism for Women (SAW) has donated various relief items to the victims of the Akosombo Dam spillage at Mepe in the Volta Region.

This group, comprising media personalities, is dedicated to advocating for the most vulnerable members of our society, particularly women and children who often lack a voice.

In an interview following the donation, Afia Kwarteng Asamani, a prominent member of SAW, mentioned that the group had collected items such as clothing for women and men, diapers, and more.

“These donations came from generous Ghanaians who were moved by the group's social media campaign," she said.

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwah, the Member of Parliament for North Tongu who received the items on behalf of his constituents, also called for the government and the Volta River Authority (VRA) to swiftly address the AKOSOMBO Flood victims' situation.

“I urge the government to incorporate compensation plans in the upcoming budget to be presented in parliament,” he said.

Nana Adwoa Owusu, a member of the SAW group, highlighted the impact of the disaster on the education of students in the constituency. She stressed that, “swift action should be taken to ensure the well-being of the affected students”.

In addition, other members of the group, Lily Afia Oforiwaah Ofori and Yaba Sarfo said SAW remains committed to assisting women and children facing challenges.

They intimated that Social Activism For Women’s support for the victims was driven by the understanding that women and children are particularly vulnerable to such devastating floods, which disrupt the educational process of school children.

Mama Asieku IV, the Queen Mother of Battor, emphasized the impact of the disaster on women and children particularly pregnant women. She was appreciative of anyone who had extended a helping hand to them.

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