The Atwima Kwanwoma District has commemorated the 2025 World AIDS Day with a community durbar at Trede, bringing together traditional authorities, students, health workers, and key stakeholders to intensify public education on HIV prevention, testing and treatment.
The ceremony was graced by the District Chief Executive (DCE), Mrs Grace Agyemang Asamoah, and the Ashanti Regional Technical Coordinator of the Ghana AIDS Commission, Madam. Olivia Graham.
Both officials emphasised the need for strong community participation in reducing new HIV infections and eliminating stigma and discrimination.
Madam Graham, addressing the gathering, noted that although Ghana continued to make steady progress in the national HIV response, there was an urgent need for consistent testing, early initiation of treatment and sustained public education, particularly among young people.
She encouraged residents of Trede and surrounding communities to make use of available health services to know their HIV status and seek timely care.
Mrs Asamoah reaffirmed the Assembly’s commitment to supporting health-related sensitisation programmes, describing World AIDS Day as a reminder for citizens to demonstrate compassion and support for persons living with HIV.
She called on parents and community leaders to actively champion continuous awareness creation at the local level.
The event was chaired by Nana Kofi Boadi, Dwantuahene of Trede, who represented the Tredehene, Nana Nuben Sra III.
He commended the Assembly and the Ghana AIDS Commission for selecting Trede to host this year’s observance and urged the youth to adopt responsible lifestyles and undertake regular HIV screening.
Health professionals from the district provided free HIV testing, counselling, and education on preventive practices as part of the event.
Participants also engaged in solidarity activities to honour individuals living with HIV and to remember those who have died from AIDS-related illnesses.
