Dormaa East District Assembly-DEDA

Dormaa East District Assembly-DEDA The Dormaa East District is one of the twenty-seven (29) administrative districts in the Brong Ahafo Region. It has Wamfie as the District capital.

The District was established in 2007 by the Legislative Instrument (LI) 1851.

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DCE INTRODUCED TO NANANOM OF MANSEN TRADITIONAL COUNCIL- DORMAA EASTThe DCE Hon. Osei Owusu King on his feet at the Mans...
30/06/2025

DCE INTRODUCED TO NANANOM OF MANSEN TRADITIONAL COUNCIL- DORMAA EAST

The DCE Hon. Osei Owusu King on his feet at the Mansen Palace

The District Chief Executive of Dormaa East, Hon. Osei Owusu King, has on Thursday June 12, 2025 paid a courtesy call on the Mansen Divisional Chiefs of Wamfie.

The visit which was in the company of the Assembly’s Management Staff, was to formally introduce the new DCE to the traditional authority and engage in other conversations, essential to effective governance and development of the District.

It was also to seek the blessings of the traditional authority for him.

In a submission complemented by the District Coordinating Director, Mr. Maxwell Mark Mensah, the Honorable DCE, Osei Owusu King seized the opportunity to outline government’s developmental initiative in the interim, and the need for the traditional council’s assistance.

Prayers being said by the obaahemaa for the DCE and the District

They spoke of government’s intent to build a model market to begin the 24-hour economy initiative at the district level and requested for land availability for the project.

They also sort for the backing of Nananom in addressing some major challenges facing the district’s development as well as their concerns, guidance and feedback in the successful implementation of other developmental plans and programmes.

In a welcome remark, the Mansen Mawrehene who doubles as the Nseseresuhene, Nana Kumtwie Asamaoh; on behalf of the Mansen Division, congratulated the DCE on his appointment and emphasized nananom’s willingness to collaborate with him and the Assembly anytime necessary for effective leadership and the socio economic development of the District.

The obaahemaa of the Mansen Traditional Division, Nana Ama Pomaa Tutuwaa expressed gratitude to government for the 24-hour economy market project. she made available the land of the Wamfie Friday Market and others around the market including her personal plots that were meant for durbar grounds and other projects for the imitative.

She expressed willingness to support the development of her people and the district.
Present at the meeting were representatives of market women, Assembly members, Assembly Staff and Nananom.

The queen mother of the Wamfie Daily Market, Madam Ester Ansu, expressed their appreciation for the yet to come 24-hour economy model market and their willingness to patronize it.

She requested for the maintenance of what their currently using as they anticipate the new.

PLANNING COMMITTEE ON THE NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER AND THANKGIVING INAUGURATED AT DORMAA EASTA District Planning Committee...
27/06/2025

PLANNING COMMITTEE ON THE NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER AND THANKGIVING INAUGURATED AT DORMAA EAST

A District Planning Committee to implement the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving has on Monday June 16, 2025 been inaugurated in Dormaa East.

It forms part of the broader national initiative to observe July 1ST as both a Holy and Holiday in the history of the country.

The 8-member committee drawn from the Muslim and Christian faith, the Traditional Council as well as Assembly members and Assembly staff, would take on the responsibility of organizing and coordinating all activities necessary to mark the day in the district.

In a short remark to inaugurate the committee, the District Chief Executive, Hon. Osei Owusu King reminded the committee members to be mindful of the goal of the day to ensure its fulfillment and success.

He reiterated the need for the event to give room for reflection, thanksgiving, unite and ensure national development.

The chairman of the committee who is the Gyasihene of the Akwamu Traditional Council, Nana Osei Yaw, on behalf of the other members promised to give out the best for a successful programme.

MARKET DEDICATED TO GOD TO COMMENCE USAGE-DORMAA EAST KYEREMASUA short ceremony to formally open and distribute newly co...
26/06/2025

MARKET DEDICATED TO GOD TO COMMENCE USAGE-DORMAA EAST KYEREMASU

A short ceremony to formally open and distribute newly constructed market stalls at Kyeremasu in the Dormaa East District has taken place.

A renowned Prophet of the Kyeremasu Methodist Church, Prophet Martin Ansu on Friday May 23, 2025, said prayers to dedicate the market to God to allow for the its usage right away. His prayers included blessings and protections for the entire town, users of the market and activities to take place there.

The market which official commissioning is slated for a later date was completed prior to the 2024 general elections. It has 25 distributed stalls, a urinary and enough space for variant economic activities.

Traders say, it would not only provide conducive environment for economic activities, but would enhance their livelihood
The market queen mother, Nana Akua Fatima Pomaa ( a.k.a ‘ maka boniben’) as well as the Dormaa Aduana Kyidom Akwamuhemaa, Nana Gyamfuaa thank God and government for the support and initiative.

They as well called on the traders and tenants of the stalls to put up good behaviors and ensure unity which would propel development.

Other stakeholders present included Assembly Staff, Assembly Members, Religious leaders, opinion leaders and tenants of the stalls.

GOVERNMENT TREE FOR LIFE RESTORATION INITIATIVE TAKES PLACE AT DORMAA EASTThe Dormaa East District Assembly, in collabor...
26/06/2025

GOVERNMENT TREE FOR LIFE RESTORATION INITIATIVE TAKES PLACE AT DORMAA EAST

The Dormaa East District Assembly, in collaboration with Nananom, Schools children and the Forestry Commission has on Thursday June 5, 2025 observed the Government’s Tree for Life Restoration Initiative at the Nseseresu Eco Tourism Center.

In all seven hundred (700) Royal Palm and Umbrella tree seedlings were planted beside other already existing ornamental plants on the 35 acres Eco Tourism Center.

It is expected that the success of this exercise at the District’s Eco Tourism center, would among other things, improve the beautification of the area, enhance tourist experience, and offer shelter and sustenance to diverse species.

In a brief, the team leader from the Forestry Commission Mr. Richard Attepara as well as the District Chief Executive, Hon. Osei Owusu King, among others explained; the importance of trees in human lives and reasons why trees and the environment needs to be protected.

They all cautioned against galamsey, illegal lumbering and other ill practices destroying the environment.

The DCE, Hon. Osei Owusu King Planting tree seedlings there.

Dormaa East District Assembly Hosts Program at Eco-Tourism CenterNsesresu—The Dormaa East District Assembly has organize...
07/05/2025

Dormaa East District Assembly Hosts Program at Eco-Tourism Center

Nsesresu—The Dormaa East District Assembly has organized a significant program at the district’s Eco-Tourism Center in Nsesresu, aimed at promoting sustainable development and environmental conservation.

The event brought together key dignitaries, including the District Chief Executive (DCE), Hon. Osei Owusu King, the Dean of District Coordinating Directors (DCDs), and the Municipal Coordinating Director (MCD) of Berekum East, Mr. Ayambila A.

A notable presence at the gathering was the District Coordinating Director, Mr. Mark Maxwell Mensah, recognized as the visionary behind the initiative. His dedication to community progress played a crucial role in the success of the program, which sought to enhance governance, infrastructure, and socio-economic opportunities in the district.

Attendees praised the Assembly's commitment to driving development, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in ensuring a prosperous future for Dormaa East.

DCE MEETS WITH INSTITUTIONAL AND UNIT HEADS FOR THE FIRST TIME AFTER ENDORSEMENT-DORMAA EASTThe current District Chief E...
16/04/2025

DCE MEETS WITH INSTITUTIONAL AND UNIT HEADS FOR THE FIRST TIME AFTER ENDORSEMENT-DORMAA EAST

The current District Chief Executive for Dormaa East District Assembly, Hon Osei Owusu King, has on Tuesday April 15, 2025 met with Institutional, Departmental and Units heads of the District to familiarize himself with their roles and responsibility.

Officers used the opportunity to introduce themselves, provide details of their duties and brief him on activities and projects being undertaken in their respective units. They also spoke about their successes, challenges faced in carrying out their work as well as some suggesting the way forward.

The DCE who expressed his excitement to meet with the departmental heads was also thankful for their support during his confirmation. He emphasized the need for effective communication, coordination, and cooperation among stakeholders to achieve the common goal of developing the district.

He assured, his doors would always be opened for collaboration and ideas sharing in the interest of the district. Hon. Owusu King therefore, advised the leaders to also work closely with their respective staff to ensure successful implementation of government policies and programs and uphold transparency and accountability to build public confidence in the Assembly.

The District Coordinating Director Mr. Mark Maxwell Mensah; who arranged the meeting helped in clarifying the responsibilities of each department and units and how best they collaborate to contribute to the overall goals of the district. He commended the punctuality of leaderships and advised them to stick to professionalism and ethics associated with their work and allow space for the new DCE to flow in his own leadership style to ensure smooth running of the Assembly and development.

Present at the District Assembly Hall for the meeting, were Departmental heads from the District Health Directorate, the Education Directorate, Agric Directorate, Births and Deaths, Physical Planning Department, Statistical Service, Information Services Department, Development Planning, Social Welfare and Community Development, Finance and administration, Works Department, the Human Resources Department, the Environmental Water and sanitation unit and the Revenue, Budget as well as the Audit units.

There still are others to be met at a later date

HON OSEI OWUSU KING CONFIRMED DCE FOR DORMAA EAST DISTRICTThe President’s nominee for the position of District Chief Exe...
09/04/2025

HON OSEI OWUSU KING CONFIRMED DCE FOR DORMAA EAST DISTRICT

The President’s nominee for the position of District Chief Executive for Dormaa East District, Hon. Osei Owusu King has been confirmed as such by the District’s Assembly Members on Monday April 7, 2025.

The 58-year-old business man and a full member of Qnet Quest Global polled 22 ‘yes’ votes out the total 30 vote cast to secure more than the two-thirds majority required.

Few days to his endorsement, some disgruntled fellows, suspected to be party members destroyed items belonging to the Party’s office to express their disapprovaĺ of his nomination.

The DCE in his acceptance speech following his confirmation said he was overwhelmed with the 73% endorsement and expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the President of Ghana, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, Regional Executives, Nananom, Assembly Members and all who made his confirmation possible.

He therefore promised faithfulness to the call to serve his people and country. He also promised hard work, diligence and truth in what he termed a privilege to service.

He called for unity and support from all stakeholders to develop the district.

The same event saw the election and swearing in of a Presiding Member who is an elected member from the Merenfiriwuo and Abroso Electoral Area of the District, (Hon. Isaac Afi) and the swearing in of 9 government appointees.

The Bono Regional Minister Hon. Joseph Addae Akwaboah as well as the District Coordinating Director, Mr. Maxwell Mark Mensah called on all and sundry to eschew any grudges and personal sentiments and rather foster collaboration for the development of the district and the progress of the resetting agenda of the government.

Present were Nananom, the Regional Party Chairman, Hon. Kwadwo Nyamekye Marfo, the Member of Parliament Madam Racheal Owusuaa, Justices of the Regional High Court, Party faithful and others

Excerpts of the event.

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DORMAA EAST DISTRICT CELEBRATES ACADEMIC EXCELLENCEOn March 21, 2025, Asuotiano St. Peter's RC JHS, in collaboration wit...
21/03/2025

DORMAA EAST DISTRICT CELEBRATES ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

On March 21, 2025, Asuotiano St. Peter's RC JHS, in collaboration with the Dormaa East District Education Directorate, organized a memorable Academic Excellence Award ceremony.

The event aimed to honor outstanding achievements in education, particularly recognizing Rosemond Asante, a Presidential Award winner, and other high-achieving past BECE candidates from the Asuotiano RC cluster of schools.

The theme for the ceremony was "Academic Excellence: The Role of All Stakeholders,"emphasizing the collaborative effort required to nurture success in education.

A total of six students who achieved single-digit scores in their BECE exams were celebrated.

The awardees included Asante Rosemond, Amoah Precious, Oppong Benson, Kumi Forster, Mensah Fred, and Aseidu Van Lestoroy—all currently excelling in various senior high schools across the country.

Mr. Isaac Yeboah, Headmaster of Asuotiano RC JHS, highlighted the purpose of the event in his remarks:

"This ceremony is not only a celebration of the students' remarkable achievements but also a call to action for every stakeholder—teachers, parents, and the community—to play an active role in supporting academic excellence. Together, we can build a brighter future for our children."

The program, held at the school premises at Asuotiano, brought together distinguished guests, including the District Education Director Mr. Adom Danso, a representative from the Regional Minister, Hon. Afi Isaac, Mark Maxwell Mensah (District Coordinating Director), Ockrah-Anyim Evans-District Budget Analyst, DFO Ernest Kofi Amponsah, Rev. Father John Boakye Gyan (Local Manager of Catholic Schools), members of the clergy, the Muslim community, Honorable Assembly Members, and dedicated teachers.

Teachers were also commended for their exceptional efforts in guiding students to success.

The event left participants inspired and reinforced the importance of education as a cornerstone for individual and community development.

DORMAA EAST DISTRICT CELEBRATES ACADEMIC EXCELLENCEOn March 21, 2025, Asuotiano St. Peter's RC JHS, in collaboration wit...
21/03/2025

DORMAA EAST DISTRICT CELEBRATES ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

On March 21, 2025, Asuotiano St. Peter's RC JHS, in collaboration with the Dormaa East District Education Directorate, organized a memorable Academic Excellence Award ceremony.

The event aimed to honor outstanding achievements in education, particularly recognizing Rosemond Asante, a Presidential Award winner, and other high-achieving past BECE candidates from the Asuotiano RC cluster of schools.

The theme for the ceremony was "Academic Excellence: The Role of All Stakeholders,"emphasizing the collaborative effort required to nurture success in education.

A total of six students who achieved single-digit scores in their BECE exams were celebrated.

The awardees included Asante Rosemond, Amoah Precious, Oppong Benson, Kumi Forster, Mensah Fred, and Aseidu Van Lestoroy—all currently excelling in various senior high schools across the country.

Mr. Isaac Yeboah, Headmaster of Asuotiano RC JHS, highlighted the purpose of the event in his remarks:

"This ceremony is not only a celebration of the students' remarkable achievements but also a call to action for every stakeholder—teachers, parents, and the community—to play an active role in supporting academic excellence. Together, we can build a brighter future for our children."

The program, held at the school premises at Asuotiano, brought together distinguished guests, including the District Education Director Mr. Adom Danso, a representative from the Regional Minister, Hon. Afi Isaac, Mark Maxwell Mensah (District Coordinating Director), Ockrah-Anyim Evans-District Budget Analyst, DFO Ernest Kofi Amponsah, Rev. Father John Boakye Gyan (Local Manager of Catholic Schools), members of the clergy, the Muslim community, Honorable Assembly Members, and dedicated teachers.

Teachers were also commended for their exceptional efforts in guiding students to success.

The event left participants inspired and reinforced the importance of education as a cornerstone for individual and community development.

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Rosemond Asante of Dormaa East District Receives Presidential Award for Outstanding BECE PerformanceIn a remarkable achi...
12/03/2025

Rosemond Asante of Dormaa East District Receives Presidential Award for Outstanding BECE Performance

In a remarkable achievement, Rosemond Asante, a young candidate from Dormaa East District, has been recognized for her exceptional performance in the recent Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). Rosemond, who attended Asuotiano St. Peter's RC, has been honored with the prestigious Presidential Award for her outstanding academic excellence.

Rosemond's dedication, hard work, and commitment to her studies have earned her this well-deserved recognition. Her exceptional performance in the BECE placed her among the top-performing students in the country, making her a proud recipient of the Presidential Award.

The award ceremony, held at the Jubilee House, saw Rosemond receiving her accolade from the President of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama amidst applause and admiration from dignitaries and fellow awardees. The recognition serves as an inspiration to other students in the Dormaa East District and beyond.

Following her outstanding performance, Rosemond has now gained admission to Notre Dame Senior High School, one of the top schools in the Bono Region. She is currently pursuing a General Arts program, where she continues to demonstrate her academic excellence and passion for learning.

Notre Dame Senior High School, known for its rigorous academic standards and holistic education, provides the perfect environment for Rosemond to further her education and achieve her dreams. The school's commitment to nurturing talent and fostering academic excellence aligns with Rosemond's aspirations and potential.

The recognition of Rosemond's achievements highlights the importance of quality education and the need to support and encourage students to strive for excellence. It also underscores the significance of providing equal opportunities for all students, regardless of their background, to realize their full potential.

The Dormaa East District Assembly, along with the local community, has expressed immense pride in Rosemond's accomplishments. Her success story serves as a beacon of hope and motivation for other students in the district to aim high and work diligently towards their goals.

As she embarks on this new chapter of her academic journey at Notre Dame Senior High School, Rosemond's future looks bright, and her achievements will undoubtedly continue to inspire and uplift the community.

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DORMAA EAST DISTRICT ASSEMBLY CELEBRATES GHANA DAY WITH A SYMPOSIUM AND FUNFAIRThe Sanaahene of Dormaa Traditional Area,...
12/03/2025

DORMAA EAST DISTRICT ASSEMBLY CELEBRATES GHANA DAY WITH A SYMPOSIUM AND FUNFAIR

The Sanaahene of Dormaa Traditional Area, Baffour Surv. Ing. Dr Kwadwo Damoah-Afari has advised MMDAs to include chiefs in their Executive Committees and Public Relations and Complaints Committees due to their crucial roles, especially in conflict and dispute resolution, particularly mentioning the use of knowledge of traditional laws and customs to ensure peace and stability of the society.

He advised while lecturing at a symposium on the theme “Chieftaincy and Culture in Modern Day Local Government System” to mark the maiden Ghana Day Celebration of the Dormaa East District, organized by the District Assembly on Friday, March 7, 2025.

The Assembly, led by the current Coordinating Director, Mr. Mark Maxwell Mensah, organized the programmes to commemorate Ghana Month celebrations, which are gradually gaining roots across the country. It was to enable staff to reflect on the country’s historical events and cultural heritage and how these values fit and shape the efficiency and effectiveness of modern corporate life and also to socialize.

The events, sponsored by management and private partners of the District Assembly, were characterized by the wearing of traditional clothes, cultural displays, recital of poems on Ghanaian culture and optional speeches. It was later climaxed by a funfair at the Dormaa East Eco Tourist Center.

Itemizing their roles, Baffour Damoah-Afari reiterated that chiefs have since pre-colonial days, held executive, legislative and judicial positions in their respective domains; hence, their active participation in modern-day local governance cannot be underestimated.

He, therefore, called on authorities of local government to see them as partners in the general well-being and development of the communities.

The District Coordinating Director, Mr. Mark Maxwell Mensah in a welcome address, explained that due to the adulteration of our cultural norms, most people today do not know the traditions of their societies and the sustenance of such events would not only bring about socialization but inculcate into the modern Ghanaian some cultural values and make them appreciate the core principles upon which communities exit.

He added that the continues awareness these events create would also help the modern Ghanaian appreciate their background and identity.

He said the intention is to make it an annual corporate event, and its success will pave the way for others like DEDA Month, which will be a means of generating revenue in support of the Assembly.

The funfair was strategically held at Nseseresu; to market the Dormaa East Eco Tourist Center with a Canopy Walkway on a dam.

The participants were treated to local drinks, games, food, dance and other exciting activities.

Extracts from the symposium and funfair:

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