Editorial
Dire water shortage in Koforidua
Dear Editor,
Water scarcity in Koforidua, particularly affecting Atekyem-Poly and its adjacent areas, has become prevalent and concerning topic among residents.
The past few days have become difficult for those in the affected areas, leaving many in a tight spot. The cause of this water shortage remains elusive, leaving us residents grappling in the dark with uncertainty.
For approximately two weeks now, the luxury of water flowing through the taps has been absent.
This predicament compels us to embark on journeys to other locations in search for this essential resource, turning what was once a routine into a strenuous task.
In the spirit of community and shared responsibility, I earnestly implore the Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) to promptly address this pressing issue.
If the shortage stems from unforeseen circumstances or an oversight on their part, a swift acknowledgment and remedial action would go a long way in alleviating the hardships faced by residents.
As the saying goes, ‘water is life,’ and its absence disrupts the daily rhythm of our lives.
I trust that the relevant authorities will consider the urgency of the matter and swiftly implement measures to restore regular water supply to our community.
Benjamin Nyarko Asare
Koforidua
Editorial
Merits and demerits of scraping betting tax
Dear Editor,
Over the past years, a lot of concerns have been raised about the rise of sports betting companies in the country, their operations, and how it impacted negatively on the youth of the country.
I have also witnessed how some of the youth go to the extent of borrowing money from friends or use companies’ money to stake bets, which they were not guaranteed of winning.
Due to this, I was happy when the previous government introduced the betting tax, as I felt it would deter the youth from engaging in it.
However, some Ghanaians hold the view that the betting tax would help create employment.
It wasn’t surprising to see the excitement that greeted the announcement of the scrapping of the tax by the Finance Minister.
My worry now is how, as a country, the youth can be discouraged from engaging in betting.
I believe that as the betting tax has been scrapped, it is about time that the government finds ways of addressing the issue of betting among the youth as it is becoming more serious than before.
I believe that there should be a multi-stakeholder engagement between the various stakeholders to proffer solutions to address them.
Editorial
Rail crossing point at circle- Kaneshie road needs attention
Dear Editor,
I read with happiness a letter published in the previous edition about the poor state of the rail crossing stretch of the Circle-Kaneshie road.
I totally agree with the concerns raised by the writer and I wish to add my voice to the call on the authorities to quickly work on that stretch of the road.
What the writer left out was the occasional happenings when vehicles break down on the rail line. I have witnessed that before.
It is not a comfortable thing driving on it at all. It is a huge dent on the beauty the interchange was expected to bring to the area.
The traffic it creates is a major inconvenience to people who are rushing to work.
I wish to appeal to the authorities to quickly do something about that portion of the road to make it convenient for drivers. Thank you for the space.
Maxwell Amamoo,
Odorkor
