In a beautiful display of unity, purpose, and the enduring spirit of public service, the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs (MLGCRA) is proudly participating in the 4th Edition of the Inter-Ministerial Games, held as part of the 2025 Civil Service Week Celebrations.

The Games, which officially kicked off this June, bring together Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in a vibrant celebration of fitness, fellowship, and healthy competition. More than just a sporting event, the Inter-Ministerial Games have become a cherished platform for promoting camaraderie, cross-sector collaboration, and the values that hold the civil service together in discipline, perseverance, and service with heart.

In the group stage opener, MLGCRA faced off against the Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment in a spirited contest that tested both strength and resolve. Though the result tilted in favour of the opposing side, the Ministry’s team held their heads high.

As the journey continues, attention now shifts to the next fixture on Wednesday, 25th June 2025, where our gallant team will take on the Ministry of Labour and Employment Relations. With renewed focus and an intensified training schedule, the team is gearing up not just to compete, but to conquer.

The Ministry calls on all staff to show their unyielding support to cheer from the sidelines, share in the vision, and carry the torch of team spirit. Whether on or off the field, our collective strength lies in our togetherness.

Source: Stephanie Edem Klutsey

 (Public Relations Unit MLGCRA)

The Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs (MLGCRA) held a strategic meeting to fast-track the implementation of the 2025 GoG–UNICEF WASH Programme. The programme will improve access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene practices for all persons.

Being spearheaded by the Environmental Health and Sanitation Directorate (EHSD) of MLGCRA, the meeting aimed to secure leadership support, clarify roles, and strengthen collaboration among EHSD, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs Directorate, the Office of the Head of Local Government Service (OHLGS), the Department of Community Development (DoCD), and other key stakeholders.

Presentations covered programme objectives, thematic focus areas—such as social and behaviour change, market-based sanitation, sanitation technology, and financing—as well as cross-cutting issues like policy development and monitoring.

Key outcomes included a shared understanding of priorities, agreement on joint implementation arrangements, and clear action points to ensure timely delivery of sanitation targets by July 2025. The meeting reaffirmed MLGCRA’s commitment to accelerating progress toward improved sanitation and ending open defecation in Ghana.

Source: Stephanie Edem Klutsey

(Public Relations Unit MLGDRD)

As part of activities marking the 2025 Civil Service Week celebration, the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs (MLGCRA) is actively preparing to participate in the much-anticipated Civil Service Week Football Tournament.

The Ministry’s football team has intensified its training sessions, with staff from various directorates coming together to build synergy, sharpen tactics, and boost morale ahead of the games. The spirit of teamwork, unity, and healthy competition is visibly alive as the team readies itself to represent the Ministry on the field.

The tournament officially kicks off with an opening ceremony at the Accra Sports Stadium on Wednesday, 11th June 2025, at 8:30 AM. The event is expected to draw participation from a wide range of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies, all competing in a friendly but competitive environment designed to foster inter-ministerial collaboration and promote staff wellness.

For MLGCRA, participation in this tournament is not only about the game but also about building bonds, reinforcing teamwork, and celebrating the values that underpin public service. The Ministry encourages all staff to support the team and join in the broader celebration of excellence in civil service.

Source: Stephanie Edem Klutsey

(Public Relations Unit- MLGCRA)