By Jibril Abdul Mumuni
Accra, March 30, GNA – The Licensed Surveyors Association of Ghana (LiSAG) has commissioned a newly constructed conference hall as part of activities marking its 20th anniversary.
The new conference hall reflected a commitment to strengthening professional practice, enhancing ethical standards, and contributing more effectively to national development.
The commissioning ceremony, held at the Association’s Secretariat, brought together dignitaries from government agencies, professional bodies, and the land sector.
As part of the 20th anniversary celebration, the Association conducted a health screening exercise for its members and documented the experiences of senior surveyors with 18 years and above of active service to preserve the history of the profession for posterity.
A minute’s silence was observed in honour of members who passed away during the year under review.
It also coincided with the opening session of the 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Association.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Samuel Larbi Darko, President of LiSAG, said the new conference facility symbolised the Association’s steady transformation from a welfare‑based group into a robust professional institution with national relevance.
He said the milestone reflected two decades of commitment to professional development, policy engagement, and service to the country.
“For 20 years, LiSAG has evolved in scope, capacity and influence. We have sharpened our voice in national discourse, strengthened our contribution to the land sector, and expanded our focus from welfare to professional excellence,” he said.
Dr. Darko noted that the Association had embarked on a number of initiatives aimed at modernising practice, including GNSS training programmes, a structured mentorship scheme for young surveyors, and the CAUSE initiative aimed at transforming survey operations.
He said LiSAG would continue to prioritise the welfare of its members while addressing concerns related to plan approvals, service costs, and unethical practices that undermine the credibility of the profession.
“The LiSAG policy remains the backbone of our welfare system. It must be protected, strengthened, and respected for our collective good,” he stated.
The President added that the Association was engaging Small and Medium‑scale Surveying Enterprises (SMEs) to develop clear standards and templates to streamline operations and improve service delivery in the land value chain.
Looking ahead, Dr. Darko said LiSAG would focus on strengthening its regional presence, securing land for new offices, improving logistics for operational efficiency, and consolidating gains made in professional advancement.
He urged members to participate fully in anniversary activities leading up to the grand climax in September, adding that the milestone should inspire renewed unity and commitment to the Association’s mandate.
“Together, we can deepen our impact and reposition LiSAG as a key player in national development,” he said
Mr Stephen Djaba, Chairperson of the Property Committee, expressed appreciation to the Executive Committee and members whose support ensured the successful completion of the conference hall project.
He said the facility would serve as a professional hub for training, stakeholder engagement, and meetings, providing a more conducive environment for the Association’s operations.
He added that progress was also being made on residential accommodation projects intended to boost LiSAG’s infrastructural base.
The occasion also featured an inspection of the new facility and interactions among members as the AGM continued into its technical and deliberative sessions.
GNA
30 March 2026
Edited by Samuel Osei-Frempong