USAID Provides $75,000 for Renovation of Upper East Regional Peace Council Office in Ghana

The renovation includes three offices, a reception area, a storage room, a kitchen, and a conference room, all designed to improve working conditions and support the UERPC’s peacebuilding activities.

On July 25, 2024, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI) officially handed over keys to the renovated Upper East Regional Peace Council (UERPC) office, following a $75,000 investment (1,162,000 Ghana Cedis). This upgrade aims to bolster the UERPC’s efforts in fostering peace and stability in the region through dialogue, mediation, and other non-violent methods.

Secretary of the UERPC, Ali Anankpieng, expressed gratitude for the new facilities, highlighting the benefits of the renovation: “The new office provides us with a dedicated conference room for meetings and sensitive discussions, enhancing privacy and security in our operations.”

The renovation includes three offices, a reception area, a storage room, a kitchen, and a conference room, all designed to improve working conditions and support the UERPC’s peacebuilding activities.

Dalia Haj-Omar, Deputy Country Representative of USAID/OTI, emphasized the significance of the project: “The successful completion of this renovation highlights the United States’ commitment to advancing peace, stability, and sustainable development in Ghana and West Africa.”

Since 2021, USAID/OTI has been actively supporting the UERPC in addressing peace and security challenges by facilitating mediation and dialogue among disputing groups and establishing multi-ethnic mediation committees.

As Ghana's largest bilateral development partner, the United States continues to play a pivotal role in promoting regional security, inclusive economic development, and strengthening long-term development relationships.