Senya Legends Association Breaks Ground on New Theatre Project at Senya Polyclinic

The Senya Legends Association, a group of citizens from Senya Bereku living in the diaspora, has officially commenced construction on a new theatre project for the Senya Polyclinic in Ghana's Central Region. The initiative, marked by a recent sod-cutting ceremony, represents a major milestone in the community's efforts to bolster local healthcare infrastructure. By providing dedicated surgical facilities, the project aims to drastically reduce the burden on residents who currently seek specialized medical care outside the district, ensuring that life-saving interventions are more accessible to the local population.

In addition to the new theatre, the association has demonstrated a sustained commitment to the polyclinic through various equipment donations. Most recently, the group presented 18 bedside cabinets to the facility, which followed an earlier contribution of two air-conditioning units designed to improve the clinical environment. Claud Asmah, the Secretary of the Senya Legends Association, expressed the group’s collective pride in supporting their roots, stating that improving health services in Senya Bereku remains a top priority for the diaspora community. Rosemond Cobbinah, the administrator of the Senya Polyclinic, welcomed the support, noting that such partnerships are vital for the facility’s operational efficiency.

The project has also garnered significant support from the government, with Deputy Minister Gizella Tetteh-Agbotui attending the ceremony to endorse the initiative. Highlighting the state's commitment to improving healthcare delivery across the country, she pledged 100 bags of cement to facilitate the construction of the new theatre. This collaboration between the diaspora and government officials highlights a proactive model for rural development, where community-led projects complement national health goals. As construction progresses, the new theatre is expected to transform the polyclinic into a more comprehensive healthcare hub for the Central Region.