About Us
Upper West Akim District was carved out of West Akim Municipal by L.I. 2126 in 2011 under the auspices of the late former president of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency John Evans Atta Mills. The Upper West Akim District Assembly (UWADA) was officially inaugurated on 30th June, 2012. It forms part of the thirty-three (33) Municipals and Districts Assemblies in the Eastern Region of Ghana.
The Upper West Akim District Assembly (UWADA), like all other Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies in Ghana is mandated to prepare a 4-year Medium Term Development Plan (DMTDP) as a basis for the overall development of the District. The development plan currently being implemented (2018-2021 DMTDP) was prepared under the Medium Term National Development Policy Framework (MTNDPF 2018-2021) known as An Agenda for Jobs: Creating Prosperity and Equal Opportunities for All. This plan would elapse by end of 2021, hence paving way for the next successive medium term development plan for the next planning period (2022-2025) to be prepared.
In the light of this, it is imperative to review the 2018-2021 DMTDP as a basis for the preparation of the new DMTDP 2022-2025 to assess the extent of implementation of planned programmes and projects, and the achievement of set goals and objectives pertaining to Upper West Akim District.
Mission
To improve the quality of life of its inhabitants through the provision of quality services and durable socio-economic infrastructure in a transparent and accountable manner.
Vision
An effective and efficient development-oriented Local Government institution.
Core Values
The core values of the District Assembly are the principles, standards and rules of professional behaviors that guide the decisions, procedures and systems of the organization.
Anonymity & Permanence
Client Orientation
Transparency & Accountability
Diligence & Timeliness
Creativity & Innovativeness
Equity & Impartiality
Integrity
Our History
Upper West Akim District was carved out of West Akim Municipal by L.I. 2126 in 2011 under the auspices of the late former president of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency John Evans Atta Mills. The Upper West Akim District Assembly (UWADA) was officially inaugurated on 30th June, 2012. It forms part of the thirty-three (33) Municipal and District Assemblies in the Eastern Region of Ghana.
The district is strategically located in the southwestern part of the Eastern Region with a total land size of about 342.3 km². Adeiso serves as the administrative capital and is located along the main Nsawam-Asamankese highway.
District Profile
Strategic Location
Land Size: 342.3 km²
Capital: Adeiso (along Nsawam-Asamankese highway)
Boundaries: Shares borders with 8 districts including Ayensuano, West Akim Municipal, Birim Central Municipal, Agona East, and others
Climate & Vegetation
Climate: Wet semi-equatorial with rainfall between 1238mm-1660mm annually
Temperature: 25.2°C to 27.9°C average
Vegetation: Semi-deciduous forest zone with valuable economic trees (Odum, Wawa, Sapele)
Forest Reserves: Korklofa (Adeiso-Alafia), Okainkrom-Tigara, Afarikrom
Demographics
2010 Census: 87,051 people
2021 Projection: 109,672 people
Gender Distribution: 51% Female, 49% Male
Rural Population: 75%
Youth Population: 40% (under 15 years)
Annual Growth Rate: 2.1%
Planning Period Projections (2022-2025)
Population expected to continue steady growth at 2.1% annually
Strategic Location
Land Size: 342.3 km²
Capital: Adeiso (along Nsawam-Asamankese highway)
Boundaries: Shares borders with 8 districts including Ayensuano, West Akim Municipal, Birim Central Municipal, Agona East, and others
Climate & Vegetation
Climate: Wet semi-equatorial with rainfall between 1238mm-1660mm annually
Temperature: 25.2°C to 27.9°C average
Vegetation: Semi-deciduous forest zone with valuable economic trees (Odum, Wawa, Sapele)
Forest Reserves: Korklofa (Adeiso-Alafia), Okainkrom-Tigara, Afarikrom
Demographics
2010 Census: 87,051 people
2021 Projection: 109,672 people
Gender Distribution: 51% Female, 49% Male
Rural Population: 75%
Youth Population: 40% (under 15 years)
Annual Growth Rate: 2.1%
Planning Period Projections (2022-2025)
Population expected to continue steady growth at 2.1% annually
Economic Structure
Primary Sector – Agriculture: 56.9% of active population
- Major crops: Cassava (dominant), maize, plantain, pineapple, oil palm, cocoa
- Livestock: Cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry
- 74% of households engaged in agriculture
Secondary Sector – Industry: 15.9% of active population
- Agro-processing, manufacturing, woodwork industries
- Concrete block production, carpentry
Tertiary Sector – Commerce/Service: 28.4% of active population
- Dominated by women in informal sector
- Dressmaking, hairdressing, food vending, petty trading
Employment Rate: 73.6% economically active, 96.7% employed
Education
Total Schools: 259 (174 public, 85 private)
- 62 Kindergartens
- 62 Primary Schools
- 48 Junior High Schools
- 2 Senior High Schools
Teachers: 948 trained, 325 untrained
Health Care
Health Facilities: 3 Health Centers, 28 CHPS Zones (7 with permanent structures)
Sub-districts: 8 health sub-districts – Abamkrom, Adeiso, Asikasu, Asuokaw, Mepom, Odumkyere-Darmang, Nyanoa, Okurase
Top Diseases: Malaria, Acute Respiratory Infections, Hypertension, Anemia
Water & Sanitation
Access to Potable Water: 68% district-wide (85% urban, 60% rural)
Water Facilities: 3 pipe systems, 18 mechanized boreholes, 136 boreholes, 155 hand dug wells
Tourist Destinations
🎨 Okurase Wood Carving Village
Home to carving groups creating drums, traditional stools, mortars & pestles, linguist staffs, wooden toys, and portraits
🌴 The Two-in-One Coconut Tree
Miraculous coconut tree with two branches 12 meters from ground. Located 2km from Nyanoah with 15-20 acres for botanical garden development
🐍 The Mysterious Palm Tree
90+ year old palm tree coiling like a giant snake in a valley at Sukrong Canaan
🏔️ Kwaku Yirebi/Odeng Cave
Funnel-shaped cave on a hill near Sukrong-Awenfi. Two-compartment cave 8m long, resembling a two-roomed apartment
🌲 Island Forest
Unique forest surrounded by streams, located at Krodua
Upper West Akim In Numbers
Investment Opportunities
The Upper West Akim District offers strategic advantages for investment due to its unique location and resources:
Investment Opportunities
The Upper West Akim District offers strategic advantages for investment due to its unique location and resources:
- Strategic Location: Easy accessibility to Accra (national capital) and Koforidua (regional capital)
- Agriculture & Agri-business: Fertile soils supporting cassava, cocoa, oil palm, and various crops
- Tourism Potential: Unique attractions including wood carving village, mysterious palm tree, caves, and island forest
- Real Estate Development: Growing urbanization with proximity to major cities
- Infrastructure Development: Health and educational facilities expansion opportunities
- Favorable Climate: Year-round cultivation with bi-modal rainfall pattern
Anonymity & Permanence
Maintaining professional standards
Client Orientation
Loyalty and commitment to service
Transparency & Accountability
Open and responsible governance
Diligence & Timeliness
Discipline in service delivery
Creativity & Innovativeness
Progressive thinking and solutions
Equity & Impartiality
Fair treatment for all citizens
Integrity
Honesty in all our dealings
Join Us in Building a Prosperous District
Together we can create an optimistic, self-confident and prosperous district