Rehabilitation work on the 111km Mankessim–Ajumako–Agona Swedru road has reached 15% completion, with culverts and drainage structures progressing ahead of a January 2028 target.
The rehabilitation works began in January 2026 and are scheduled to be completed by January 2028. Current activity on the ground includes site clearance and demolition, earthworks and the construction of drainage structures aimed at improving resilience and safety along the route.
Project managers said the contractor has already delivered measurable outputs, confirming the completion of 22 culverts of various sizes to support water flow and reduce erosion risks that often damage road surfaces during heavy rains.
The project scope covers pavement works including subbase and base formation, asphaltic concrete surfacing, and the provision of road furniture and streetlights.
It also includes the construction of three hydraulic bridges at key points such as Barfikrom and Ochiso, intended to improve all-season access and reduce flood-related disruptions.
Strategic link for Central Region connectivity
Officials say the road, once completed, will establish a vital connection between the N4 Highway and the Coastal and Central corridors, including the N1, N6 and N8 routes.
The update said the project is expected to “foster and facilitate the socio-economic lives” of communities in Agona, Gomoa, Ajumako-Enyan-Essiam, Mfantsiman and Asikuma-Odobeng-Brakwa, as well as the wider Central Region.
The improved corridor is also expected to strengthen movement of people, goods and services and support inter-regional integration across the country.
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