A powerful windstorm, accompanied by torrential rainfall, swept through the Bongo District in the Upper East Region on Monday, March 10, 2025, leaving a trail of destruction and despair in its wake.
The disaster has displaced hundreds of residents, injured several, and ravaged schools and houses, ripping off roofs and destroying essential infrastructure.
The communities of Beo/Adaboya, Anafobisi, Balungo, Tarongo, and Kanga were among the hardest hit, with the storm’s fury leaving many without shelter or access to basic necessities.
The devastation was particularly severe in schools, where furniture and learning materials were destroyed as roofs were torn off and water flooded offices and classrooms.
The storm’s impact on the district’s economic activities has been significant, with high tension poles brought down, cutting power to affected communities. This has not only disrupted daily life but also hindered economic productivity.
As the community struggles to come to terms with the disaster, it is clear that immediate action is needed to alleviate the suffering and rebuild the devastated areas.
An assessment visit by Member of Parliament for the area Charles Bawadua and leaders from the Ghana Education Service revealed the extent of the damage.
With schools unable to hold classes due to the destruction, pupils are being forced to endure the scorching sun, and affected classes are being dissolved and merged with others, further disrupting education in the area.
Bawadua expressed deep concern over the situation, urging duty bearers and stakeholders to intervene and provide support to those affected.
“It’s a terrible situation, and I’m appalled by the kind of scenes I have seen today. The government certainly needs to come in to get this sorted out as quickly as possible.” – He stated.
Bawadua emphasized that his office will intervene by sourcing necessary funds from responsible organizations to restore life to the affected communities.
