The government is set to construct a 3.6km bridge over the River Afram in the Eastern Region, along with approximately 100km of supporting road network, as part of President Mahama’s ambitious “Big Push” infrastructure agenda.
This initiative aims to boost agricultural productivity, stimulate economic growth, and reduce poverty in the region.
Roads under consideration include the Mpraeso–Obomeng–Nkawkaw, Abooso–Mpaem, Mpaem–Kwahu–Adawso, and Feyiase–Kwahu Tafo stretches. Others are the Ekye Amanfrom–Takoratwene, Takoratwene–Dome, Takoratwene–Donkorkrom, and Donkorkrom–New Kyeiase roads.
On Monday, April 28, the Minister for Roads and Highways, Hon. Kwame Agbodza, led a team of engineers to assess the proposed location for the bridge and several critical road projects.
Speaking to the media at Donkorkrom after the assessment, Hon. Agbodza assured residents that President Mahama is “committed to opening up the Afram Plains once and for all.”
“The bridge, when completed, will strategically connect the Eastern, Ashanti, and Oti Regions. It will open the area to large-scale agriculture and attract major investments in agro-processing,” he emphasized.
The project is expected to enhance economic development, foster regional integration, and generate significant income through agriculture and related industries.
