Alan Kyerematen, founder and leader of the Movement for Change and the presidential candidate for the Alliance for Revolutionary Change, during his Campaign Caravan Tour across the Greater Accra Region, yesterday, laid out his ambitious “Greater Accra Redevelopment Initiative” (GARI), detailing a transformative 15-point agenda that aims to establish Accra among the top five cities in Africa by the year 2030.
The announcement was greeted with enthusiasm as it painted a vision of a modern, efficient, and environmentally sustainable city.
“Accra, as our capital, should be a beacon of progress and prosperity,” Alan declared to a gathering of journalists and supporters. “This Greater Accra Redevelopment Initiative is not just a series of projects; it’s a roadmap to reshape the future of Accra for both residents and visitors,” he emphasized, underscoring the plan’s alignment with his broader Great Transformational Plan (GTP).
The GARI project comprises an extensive overhaul of the region’s infrastructure and services, covering transportation, sanitation, housing, health, education, and economic empowerment initiatives. “We aim to transform Accra into a modern metropolis that addresses both current challenges and future demands,” Mr. Kyerematen stated.
Key elements of the GARI project include a complete overhaul of public transportation, enhanced waste management, new flood-control measures, and improved access to potable water. To ensure Accra’s sustainable future, Alan Kyerematen envisions eco-parks and recreational centers, affordable housing, and expanded healthcare facilities to serve both the young and the aging population.
“Accra deserves top-tier health, education, and recreational facilities. We will develop these in all communities, and implement strong traffic management to make life in Accra smoother and safer,” he said.
Mr. Alan Kyerematen also emphasized his vision to transform Accra into a financial hub for West and Central Africa. As part of this goal, the Central Business District will see significant redevelopment to accommodate growing business demands and solidify Ghana’s position in the regional economy. “The objective is clear: Accra must become the new Financial Services Center of West and Central Africa,” he asserted.
The initiative also includes economic empowerment programs focusing on sustainable tourism and hospitality for the youth, which Mr. Kyerematen noted are crucial to stimulating long-term economic growth in the city. “For our youth, we will create opportunities that foster both growth and self-reliance,” he promised.
Concluding his address, Mr. Kyerematen issued an invitation to the people of Accra and Ghanaians at large to join him in an Afrafranto Mega Victory Walk this Saturday, November 2, at 6:00 a.m., starting from the Kwame Nkrumah Circle. “I invite everyone to walk with us as we celebrate the bright future that awaits Accra,” he said passionately.
With this ambitious 15-point agenda, Alan Kyerematen seeks to galvanize the Greater Accra Region, leaving no doubt that he is prepared to usher in a new era of development and prosperity for Ghana’s capital city.
