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Music duo DopeNation has announced plans to donate GH¢1,000 each to a number of victims affected by the devastating floods that struck parts of Accra on Monday.
In a statement shared on their social media platforms on Wednesday, July 1, the award-winning twin brothers revealed that the donations would be funded from proceeds generated from their ongoing Europe tour.
According to the duo, the initiative is aimed at providing some relief to families who suffered losses during the floods, which claimed lives and destroyed homes, businesses and other valuable property across several communities in the capital.
“The floods in our homes resulting in the loss of life and valuable property isn’t just here to break us but to remind us of how strong we should be as one people with love,” they wrote.
DopeNation acknowledged that while their contribution would not replace the lives lost or fully compensate victims for their damaged property, they hope it will help reduce the burden on some of the affected families.
“We intend to give GH¢1,000 each to a number of victims and families affected in some parts of Accra from our European tour proceeds. This won’t solve the problem, nor will it bring back the lives and property but will at least ease some tension amongst us.”
The announcement has been widely praised by social media users, many of whom commended the musicians for using part of their tour earnings to support victims during a difficult period.
The floods, triggered by heavy rainfall, caused extensive damage across several parts of Accra, displacing residents, destroying property and disrupting transportation. Government agencies, emergency services, corporate organisations and private individuals have since stepped in with relief efforts to assist affected communities.
DopeNation’s gesture adds to the growing list of celebrities and public figures contributing to humanitarian efforts aimed at helping flood victims rebuild their lives after the disaster.
