{
  "id": 19329383,
  "title": "Mahama Announces GH¢250m For Blekusu Coastal Protection",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/10/mahama-announces-gh-250m-for-blekusu-coastal-protection",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-10T11:54:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Guide Network",
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    "url": "https://dailyguidenetwork.com/mahama-announces-gh%c2%a2250m-for-blekusu-coastal-protection/"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "President John Dramani Mahama has announced an extra GH¢250 million in the 2027 Budget to fund the completion of the Blekusu Phase Two Coastal Protection Project in the Volta Region. This funding is intended to guarantee uninterrupted progress on the project, which is crucial for safeguarding coastal communities from the destructive impacts of sea erosion. The President made the announcement at the 64th Hogbetsotso Grand Durbar, where he spoke about the government's development priorities and ongoing initiatives in the area, directly addressing the concerns raised by traditional authorities over the erosion-related destruction of homes, livelihoods, and community infrastructure. Additionally, President Mahama revealed that GH¢685 million had been allocated to kickstart coastal protection efforts under the West African Coastal Areas Resilience Investment Project (WACA), encompassing engineering works like breakwaters, groynes, and revetments, alongside dune stabilization, vegetation planting, and beach replenishment. The project also includes wetlands restoration, lagoon and watershed rehabilitation, and livelihood support for vulnerable populations, especially women, young people, and individuals with disabilities. The President expressed satisfaction with the project's progress since its beginning and pledged that the additional funding would enable its continued and full completion. He urged traditional leaders and residents to collaborate in protecting mangroves and coastal vegetation, cautioning that their destruction would weaken shorelines and heighten the risk of erosion for coastal settlements. The government's actions aim to protect not only physical infrastructure but also the livelihoods, schools, cultural heritage, and economic activities of coastal communities.",
  "summary": "President Mahama with the Volta Regional Minister at Hogbetsotso Grand Durbar President John Dramani Mahama has announced an additional allocation of GH¢250 million in the 2027 Budget for the Read More... The post Mahama Announces GH¢250m For Blekusu Coastal Protection appeared first on DailyGuide Network .",
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}