President John Dramani Mahama has announced a series of development projects aimed at improving living conditions in Zongo communities across Ghana, focusing on infrastructure, education, healthcare and job creation.

Speaking at the National Eid al-Adha celebrations at Black Star Square on Wednesday, May 27, the President said government is stepping up efforts to address long-standing development gaps in Zongo communities.

He expressed satisfaction with ongoing initiatives and indicated that new road construction and rehabilitation works will soon commence in several Zongo areas as part of the broader development agenda.

According to him, the programme is designed to enhance access to basic services, including sanitation, education, healthcare and economic opportunities.

On education and employment, President Mahama announced that government, through the Youth Employment Agency, has recruited 6,000 Arabic teachers to support Islamic education while creating job opportunities for young people.

He added that the initiative will be expanded in the coming years to accommodate more teachers.

The President also disclosed plans to construct new Community Day STEM secondary schools in densely populated urban and Zongo communities to improve access to education.

He explained that the schools will be located within communities to reduce long travel distances for students and improve learning access.

President Mahama further expressed appreciation to the Council of Zongo Chiefs for releasing land for some of the planned projects.

He also noted that the Zongo Development Fund and Soya Fund are being activated to support small-scale traders and informal sector workers across the country.