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BY Francis Akhalbey, 9:10pm March 31, 2020,

Ghana’s Covid-19: Thousands of families supported by Businessman

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by Francis Akhalbey, 9:10pm March 31, 2020,

On Monday, 30th March, a mandatory lockdown was imposed in Ghana in an attempt to limit the spread of the Covid-19 virus. With extremely limited availability of social services in the country, local communities in Ghana have had to rely on the generosity of individuals, churches and businesses for basic necessities such as food, water and supplies. Ghanaian business leader, Nana Kwame Bediako also known as “Freedom Jacob Caesar”, a real estate developer, industrialist and hospitality giant, is one of such individuals who has committed both resources and supplies to thousands of vulnerable families in some of Accra’s poorest neighborhoods.

On Sunday, 29th March, with less than 24 hours before the city’s lockdown began, Freedom along with his team, visited 4 locations in Accra which included Independence Square, Jamestown, Dansoman, and Alajo to distribute food and other essential supplies such as cooking oil, tomato paste, canned goods, and drinking water.

Ghana's Covid-19:  Thousands of families supported by Businessman
Nana Kwame Bediako also known as “Freedom Jacob Caesar”, a real estate developer, industrialist and hospitality giant, distributing supplies to thousands of vulnerable families in some of Accra’s poorest neighborhoods

“The Corona Virus pandemic is having a devastating impact on communities around the world–physically, financially as well as psychologically. People are becoming more fearful by the day especially those in the informal sector,  street hawkers, waiters, and others who have no one to turn to for help to feed their families during this 14-day lockdown. As much as they need food and water, they also need hope. Through my efforts, I wanted to let them know that they are not forgotten. That no matter what happens, there are people like me, from their own community who care and will always be there for them and that help does not have to always come from outside,” shared Freedom, whose charitable initiatives also include the New Africa Philanthropic Foundation and work with Opportunity International.

Nana Kwame Bediako is the founder of the Kwarleyz Group, an umbrella company which encompasses Wonda World Estates, Petronia City Development, New Africa Construction, and Belfast City & Property Management, a portfolio that has designed and developed over 500 residential and retail units along with a 50-acre industrial and technological city currently under development  in Ghana.

As an additional effort to support in the battle against Corona Virus, the Kwarleyz Group is in negotiation to pledge one of its premier properties, Number 1 Oxford Street, a 5 star luxury serviced apartment, as a quarantine location, isolation center, temporary hospital or safe place for nurses, doctors and other medical personnel should the need arise.

“We are hoping that the disease does not affect more people in Ghana. But should the need arise, we are preparing to work with government and health organizations to utilize No 1 Oxford Street Hotel and Suites as a center to house victims and/or medical personnel. We invested over $50 million to complete No 1 Oxford Street which recently opened in January but I am moved to offer the property to be used for good, to help my people during this crucial time,” added Freedom.

Ghana's Covid-19:  Thousands of families supported by Businessman
Ghanaians line up to receive goods from Freedom Jacob Caesar

Kwarleyz Group has been a leader in the luxury-inspired design trend happening in Ghana’s evolving real estate and hospitality industries. During Ghana’s Year of Return Tourism initiative, Freedom and his properties served as both personal host and preferred residence for celebrities and luxury enthusiasts visiting Ghana such as Naomi Campbell, Idris Elba and Jack Ma.

“My mission is to utilize my voice, influence, global network, and resources to build a unified African continent starting right here at home in Ghana, known as the gateway to Africa. I am dedicated to lending my support in Ghana and throughout Africa if needed, during the lockdown and beyond which will not end with the donations we distributed over the weekend. I am continuously looking at more ways to give back and to inspire hope for our future,” adds Freedom.

Last Edited by:iboateng Updated: March 31, 2020

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