SWMA HOLDS CAPACITY-BUILDING TRAINING ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICE PROTOCOLS

The Sefwi Wiawso Municipal Assembly on Wednesday 12^th August, 2026 organised a capacity-building training for staff on Local Government Service (LGS) protocols and procedures as part of efforts to enhance professionalism, efficiency and adherence to administrative standards in the public service.

The training, which brought together staff from various departments and units of the Assembly, focused on deepening participants’ understanding of the protocols and procedures governing the Local Government Service and their application in the performance of official duties.

The facilitator for the training was the Municipal Coordinating Director, Mr. Fred B. Kpodo, who took participants through key aspects of the LGS protocols, with emphasis on professionalism, workplace conduct, administrative procedures, responsibilities of public servants and the importance of adhering to established rules and regulations.

Mr. Kpodo stressed the need for staff to familiarise themselves with the relevant LGS protocols and apply them appropriately in their day-to-day activities. He noted that a clear understanding of the Service’s procedures was essential to promoting discipline, accountability and effective service delivery.

The training also provided an opportunity for participants to engage in discussions and seek clarification on issues relating to the application of the protocols in their respective departments and units.

Staff were encouraged to put the knowledge and skills acquired into practice to enhance efficiency, professionalism and the quality of service delivered to the people of the Municipality.