The Ministry of Roads and Highways has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to unlocking the economic potential of the Afram Plains, with a major infrastructure plan that includes a 3.6-kilometre bridge over the River Afram and an estimated 100 kilometres of road network across key communities.

The initiative forms part of President John Dramani Mahama’s ambitious “Big Push” infrastructure agenda, designed to drive inclusive growth, reduce rural poverty, and strengthen Ghana’s agricultural value chain.

Among the roads under consideration are routes connecting Mpraeso – Obomeng – Nkawkaw, Abooso – Mpaem, Mpaem – Kwahu – Adawso, and Feyiase – Kwahu Tafo. Other priority roads include Ekye Amanfrom – Takoratwene, Takoratwene – Dome, Takoratwene – Donkorkrom, and Donkorkrom – New Kyeiase.

On Monday, April 28, Minister for Roads and Highways, Hon. Kwame Agbodza, led a team of engineers to survey the proposed bridge site and inspect strategic roads across the Eastern Region.

During a media interaction in Donkorkrom after the tour, the Minister reiterated the President’s determination to transform the Afram Plains into a hub for agribusiness and investment.

“The bridge when completed will connect Eastern, Ashanti and OTI regions in a very strategic way. It will open up the place for big time agriculture and investment in agro-processing,” Hon. Agbodza said.