Tatale Sanguli Municipal District

Hon. Mary Tagba,District Chief Executive (DCE).Tatale Sanguli Municipal  District

DCE
At the helm of this transformation is Hon. Mary Tagba, confirmed in June 2025 as the District Chief Executive (DCE). Her unanimous endorsement by assembly members marked a historic moment, making her the first woman to lead the district. Hon. Tagba brings extensive experience in local governance, having served as the Presiding Member for both the former Zabzugu/Tatale District and the newly created Tatale Sanguli District. Her leadership is grounded in transparency, grassroots engagement, and a commitment to gender-inclusive development.

Tatale Sanguli Municipal  District

Tatale Sanguli District: A Gateway of Opportunity in Ghana’s Eastern Frontier

Tatale Sanguli District, located in the eastern flank of Ghana’s Northern Region, was officially inaugurated on 28th June 2012 through Legislative Instrument 2067. It was carved out of the former Zabzugu-Tatale District, with Tatale town serving as its administrative capital. The district spans approximately 1,130 square kilometers and shares borders with the Republic of Togo to the east, Zabzugu District to the south, Saboba and Chereponi Districts to the north, and Yendi Municipality to the west.

According to the 2021 Population and Housing Census, the district has a population of 74,805, with a nearly equal gender distribution. Over 80 percent of residents live in rural communities, and the district’s demographic profile leans heavily toward youth, with a high fertility rate and a pyramid-shaped age structure. The dominant ethnic groups include Bassares, Konkombas, and Chokosis, with Christianity, Islam, and traditional beliefs coexisting across the district.

Agriculture is the backbone of the local economy, engaging over 90 percent of the population. Farmers cultivate yam, maize, millet, groundnuts, rice, cassava, and vegetables, while livestock rearing and artisanal trades such as smock weaving, blacksmithing, and pottery contribute to household incomes. Weekly markets attract traders from neighboring districts and across the Togo border, making Tatale a vibrant commercial hub despite infrastructural challenges.
Development efforts in recent years have focused on education, health, water, sanitation, and youth empowerment.

The district operates 40 CHPS zones, with 39 fully functional and staffed by trained midwives. Educational enrollment exceeds 28,000 students, supported by over 740 teachers. In 2023, the Assembly supplied 840 pieces of furniture to basic schools and drilled ten boreholes to improve water access.

Under the Gulf of Guinea Northern Region Social Cohesion (SOCO) project, Tatale Sanguli has seen the construction of a six-unit model girls’ school at Hilltop, a maternity ward with consulting rooms at Demong, and the renovation of market sheds and community centers. Boreholes fitted with handpumps and solar-powered systems have been installed, while feeder roads have been rehabilitated to improve connectivity.

The district is also home to the Sheini Iron Ore Project, a strategic industrial initiative led by the Ghana Integrated Iron and Steel Development Corporation (GIISDEC) in partnership with Emmaland Resources Ghana Limited. Located near the Togo border, the project is poised to create jobs and stimulate industrial growth, positioning Tatale Sanguli as a key player in Ghana’s economic transformation.

DCE
At the helm of this transformation is Hon. Mary Tagba, confirmed in June 2025 as the District Chief Executive (DCE). Her unanimous endorsement by assembly members marked a historic moment, making her the first woman to lead the district. Hon. Tagba brings extensive experience in local governance, having served as the Presiding Member for both the former Zabzugu/Tatale District and the newly created Tatale Sanguli District. Her leadership is grounded in transparency, grassroots engagement, and a commitment to gender-inclusive development.

In her acceptance speech, Hon. Tagba pledged to tackle youth unemployment and drug abuse, particularly in border communities, while promoting unity and equitable development. Her appointment has been widely celebrated by stakeholders, including the Bassare Youth Association, traditional leaders, and political actors across the region.
Tatale Sanguli District’s journey reflects a blend of cultural heritage, economic potential, and visionary leadership. With strategic investments, community-driven planning, and inclusive governance, the district is steadily emerging as a gateway of opportunity in Ghana’s Eastern Corridor.