President Mahama's Plan for Inclusive Society
President John Mahama has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to creating a more inclusive society for persons with disabilities.
He announced a new initiative to distribute rechargeable motorised wheelchairs and directed all ministries to ensure full compliance with Ghana's Disability Act.
"We intend to introduce a system for distributing rechargeable motorised wheelchairs for persons with disability,"
The President made this announcement at the launch of the Free Tertiary Education for Persons with Disabilities initiative in Accra, stating that these measures are part of his government's broader agenda to remove barriers, promote empowerment, and foster equality for all Ghanaians.
- Introduction of rechargeable motorised wheelchairs for persons with disabilities
- Directing all ministers to review their obligations under the Disability Act and present action plans for full compliance
Author's summary: President Mahama announces plan to distribute motorised wheelchairs.
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