27/06/2025
Local Planning, National Impact: Builsa South District Assembly Engages Stakeholders on Spatial Development Framework
Builsa South District held a validation meeting on June 27th, 2025, for its new Spatial Development Framework (SDF) for the period 2025-2045.
Speaking at the event, District Chief Executive Hon. Anne Musah in her address emphasized the SDF's alignment with Ghana's "Resetting Agenda," a national plan prioritizing transparent governance, economic growth (through local business support and job creation), social equity (including free tertiary education for people with disabilities and improved healthcare), and environmental sustainability.
The SDF reflects these priorities by focusing on spatial equity, resource protection, and the creation of empowering economic zones. It also incorporates plans for climate resilience and inclusive service delivery. Hon. Musah acknowledged the vital support of the Land Use and Spatial Planning Authority (LUSPA) and the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), praising their collaborative partnership.
The meeting marked not just a formal validation, but a collective commitment to a brighter future for Builsa South. The SDF aims to demonstrate how effective local planning can drive national progress, and with shared vision, discipline, and unity, Builsa South is poised to reset its development trajectory.
The Assembly's District Development Planning Officer, Pln. Alhassan Abdul-Baqi, highlighted the district's progress while emphasizing the critical need for substantial improvements in health, education, and infrastructure. He underscored the importance of adopting climate-smart agricultural practices and efficient land water and sanitation management, advocating for investment in Agricultural Mechanization Centres to provide farmers with readily available machinery.
Furthermore, he stressed the inadequacy of the current road network and proposed the development of a new market to complement the existing one, addressing the needs of both established and emerging businesses. He stressed the urgent need for a commercial bank, citing the district's significant regional market potential.
Regarding tourism, Pln. Abdul-Baaqi emphasized the need for improvements, particularly in promoting the district's unique cultural heritage, such as the Feok festival and the crocodile ponds in Uwasi, Naadema, etc through innovative marketing strategies.
The LUSPA regional director formally presented a high-speed desktop computer and GPS devices to the district office, supporting project fieldwork and enhancing operational efficiency. LUSPA and SDF regional teams expressed gratitude to management and stakeholders for their contributions to the program's success.