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Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, the minister-designate for Works, Housing, and Water Resources, has committed to revitalising Ghana’s housing sector through strategic collaborations with the private sector, international organisations, and key stakeholders.
Addressing Parliament’s Appointments Committee during his vetting on January 28, Mr. Adjei outlined his vision to leverage public-private partnerships (PPPs) to attract investments and expertise that would drive sustainable development in the housing sector.
“Given the opportunity, I will leverage public-private partnerships to attract investments and expertise from the private sector,” he said. “I would also partner with key actors and international organisations to support the housing sector.”
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Mr. Adjei highlighted the critical need for a district housing policy to ensure affordable housing solutions, particularly in rural areas and underserved communities. He emphasised the policy’s potential to address the housing deficit while supporting individuals who wish to retire to their hometowns.
“The district housing policy is a laudable one because it brings affordable housing to people living in the districts and our rural areas,” he explained. “If we continue with the district housing policy, it will help a lot. Most people want to retire to their villages, but the issue is, where are they going to stay? If we have this policy, it’s something that would make a significant difference.”
Ghana faces a severe housing deficit, with many citizens struggling to access affordable and sustainable housing. Mr. Adjei stressed that addressing this challenge would require innovative financing, strong partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to delivering results.
The minister-designate’s pledge to prioritise affordable housing and foster strategic collaborations positions him as a potential driver of much-needed reforms in Ghana’s housing sector.
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