“Nkoko Nketsenketse” Initiative Set to Transform Poultry Farming in Cape Coast North

Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly Unveils "Nkoko Nketsenketse" Initiative to Boost Local Poultry Farming and Food Security

The Government, through the Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly, is set to embark on a groundbreaking initiative, "Nkoko Nketsenketse for the Cape Coast North Constituency," a bold move aimed at reinforcing food security and empowering local poultry farmers. The initiative seeks to strengthen local agricultural production, improve livelihoods, and contribute to sustainable economic growth in the Central Region.

This pivotal event is scheduled for Thursday, 2nd April 2026, at the Forecourt of the Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly Hall, promising to be a symbol of renewed hope and opportunity for the community. The distribution ceremony will be graced by high-ranking government officials, including H.E. John Dramani Mahama, Hon. Eric Opoku, Minister of Food and Agriculture, and Hon. Ekow Panyin Okyere-Eduamoah, Central Regional Minister, highlighting the government’s unwavering commitment to enhancing livelihoods and boosting local production.

Hon. Dr. Kwamena Minta Nyarku, MP for Cape Coast North Constituency, emphasized, “This initiative epitomizes our dedication to fostering a robust and self-sufficient agricultural sector. Indeed, by empowering our poultry farmers, we are not only boosting food security but also creating a ripple effect of prosperity across the community.”

Echoing these sentiments, Hon. George Justice Arthur, Mayor of Cape Coast, stated, “Together, we can break the shackles of dependency and forge a path of sustainability and growth. This initiative is proof of what we can achieve when we unite in pursuit of a common goal.”

The "Nkoko Nketsenketse" initiative is expected to make a profound impact on the local economy by supporting poultry farmers with resources, training, and technical assistance. It also reinforces the community’s determination to achieve long-term food security and encourages youth and women to participate actively in agricultural value chains.

The Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly has extended an open invitation to all stakeholders, farmers, and well-wishers to participate in this momentous occasion, reinforcing a shared vision of a stronger, more resilient, and self-sufficient community for all.