The Government of Ghana, through the Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection (MoGCSP), has introduced the “Dry Spell Emergency Cash Transfer” program, a rapid-response initiative designed to provide financial relief to over 200,000 households suffering from the impact of extended droughts in Ghana’s key agricultural regions.
During a recent press conference, Hon. Darkoa Newman, Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, emphasised the program’s importance as a lifeline for vulnerable communities whose livelihoods are at risk due to severe drought conditions.
Through this program, the government will distribute GHS 100 to each of 212,273 households across 5,210 communities to help buffer them against the economic challenges resulting from the drought.
This prolonged dry spell has deeply affected major food-producing regions—Bono, Bono East, Northern, North East, Savannah, Upper East, and Upper West—which together contribute approximately 62% of Ghana’s grain production.
“This initiative is a critical intervention to protect our vulnerable citizens from the devastating effects of drought and to ensure food security for Ghana’s future,” Hon. Newman stated.
She assured the public of the government’s commitment to overseeing the program’s implementation with strict measures for transparency and accountability.
Beneficiaries who experience any issues, such as underpayment or fraud, are encouraged to report them immediately by calling the toll-free number 0800800800 or emailing [email protected].
The government aims to provide rapid assistance to households in need and sustain Ghana’s agricultural resilience amidst climate-related challenges.