By Iddi Yire
Accra, Nov 07, GNA – Mr Kwame Owusu Danso, Running Mate of Mr Alan Kyerematen, Presidential Candidate of the Movement for Change, one of the political parties in the December 2024 general elections, has voiced deep concern over Ghana’s worsening housing crisis.
This, he says, has had a devastating impact on the living conditions of many citizens, particularly the youth.
He assured Ghanaians of a lasting solution to the housing deficit under a future Kyerematen administration.
A statement issued by the media outfit of the Running Mate of the Movement for Change Candidate, said speaking during a visit to the Texpo community along the Sakumono Road in Spintex, Mr Danso condemned the Government for its failure to address the growing housing deficit, which had led to the displacement of many Ghanaians, particularly young people, who were now forced to live in kiosks and other makeshift shelters.
In a passionate address to residents, Mr Danso reiterated that the housing shortage has reached crisis levels, pushing many families to the brink of homelessness.
He pointed to the skyrocketing cost of rent, which he described as a major factor exacerbating the crisis.
He said for many, the high cost of accommodation had made it nearly impossible to find decent housing, leading to an increasing number of people living in overcrowded, unsanitary, and unsafe conditions.
“I have seen firsthand the dire situation in which many Ghanaians find themselves today,” Mr Danso said, visibly distressed by the conditions he witnessed.
“Families, especially young people, are resorting to living in kiosks because they can no longer afford the ever-increasing rent in urban areas. This is unacceptable. It is a failure of successive governments, and it is high time we took decisive action to solve this crisis.”
Mr Danso’s remarks come at a time when Ghana’s housing deficit has ballooned to alarming proportions.
According to experts, the country faces a shortfall of over two million housing units, a figure that continues to grow as the population increases, urbanization accelerates, and affordable housing options remain limited.
Meanwhile, the cost of rent in many parts of the country, particularly in major urban centers like Accra, has skyrocketed in recent years, further pushing the prospect of homeownership out of reach for many Ghanaians.
Mr Danso used his visit to Texpo as an opportunity to outline the housing policy that an Alan Kyerematen administration would implement should they win the 2024 elections.
He assured residents that under Kyerematen’s leadership, affordable housing would become a top priority.
He emphasized that a Kyerematen-led government would work tirelessly to bridge the housing deficit by constructing affordable, quality housing units that meet the needs of Ghanaians across the country.
“The Alan Kyerematen administration is committed to ensuring that every Ghanaian has access to safe, secure, and affordable housing.
We understand that a home is not just a place to live; it is the foundation of a stable and prosperous life. That is why, under the Movement for Change, we will prioritize affordable housing and work with both the public and private sectors to find lasting solutions to this problem,” Mr Danso promised.
Mr Danso’s comments were met with applause from residents of Texpo, who expressed their frustration with the Government’s failure to address the housing challenges.
The statement said Mr Danso’s visit to the Texpo community underscores the urgent need for a comprehensive solution to Ghana’s housing deficit.
It said the growing number of Ghanaians living in substandard conditions was a clear indication that the current approach to housing is inadequate.
It noted that as Mr Danso pointed out, the problem was not just about a lack of homes—it’s about the affordability and accessibility of housing for ordinary Ghanaians.
The statement said with the 2024 elections fast approaching, the Mr Alan Kyerematen and the Movement for Change were positioning themselves as the answer to Ghana’s housing woes.
GNA