As part of its commitment to constantly engage the community in which it operates, Karpowership Ghana Company has held a stakeholder engagement forum with various fishing groups in the Tema Manhean community.
The groups included the Tema Manhean Fishmongers and Smokers’ Association, Tema Manhean Fishermen Association and Canoe Owners’ Association. Also present were representatives from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and a representative of the TMA Awudome Assembly.
The engagement was organized in a bid to get the community more acquainted with the operations of Karpowership. It was also to provide a platform to discuss issues of mutual benefit for both Karpowership and the people in the Manhean community.
Speaking at the engagement, Sandra Amarquaye, Communication Specialist for Karpowership Ghana Limited, reiterated the commitment of the company to the affairs of its stakeholders.
“At Karpowership, we are very concerned about the wellbeing of the people in the communities we operate in; that is why we constantly keep in touch through such fora,” she said.
Ms Amarquaye explained that Karpowership would continue to adhere to all environmental standards regarding its operations. According to her, the company would continue to supply sustainable reliable and affordable electricity to the country, adding that Karpowership was committed in supplying the second ship before the end of this year.
Ms. Amarquaye stated that since Karpowership’s entry into the Ghanaian energy market in 2015, the company has supported the Tema Manhean community through various corporate social initiatives.
The participants of the forum lauded Karpowership for its continual engagement and support. The Secretary for the Tema Manhean Fishmongers and Smokers’ Association, Cynthia Comey, lauded Karpowership for consistently supporting and engaging the community in its activities.
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