As a native of Cape Coast, it's disheartening to see the city's potential for growth and development being hindered by lack of proactive leadership. The Oguaamanhen and the Oguaa Traditional Council, who are supposed to be the custodians of the city's traditions and development, seem to be focused solely on the celebration of the Oguaa Fetu Festival. While the festival is an important part of the city's culture and heritage, it's not enough to drive meaningful development and growth.

The youth of Cape Coast are crying out for change, and it's time for the Oguaamanhen and the Oguaa Traditional Council to wake up and take notice. There are several sectors that require attention and investment, including:
- EDUCATION: The University of Cape Coast and various secondary schools in the city offer a wealth of opportunities for collaboration and development. Why aren't the Oguaamanhen and the Oguaa Traditional Council working with these institutions to create initiatives that benefit the city?
- FISHING INDUSTRY: The fishing industry is a significant sector in Cape Coast, yet it remains underdeveloped. What plans do the Oguaamanhen and the Oguaa Traditional Council have to support the growth of this industry?
- TOURISM: The Cape Coast Castle is a major tourist attraction, yet it's not being utilized to its full potential. Why aren't the Oguaamanhen and the Oguaa Traditional Council working with the right agencies to develop the tourism sector and create jobs for the local community?

Furthermore, the issues of sand-winning and sanitation can no longer be ignored. The rampant sand-winning activities along our coastlines pose a significant threat to our environment and ecosystem. Meanwhile, the poor state of sanitation in the city is a blight on our collective conscience. When will the Oguaamanhen and the Oguaa Traditional Council take decisive action to address these pressing concerns?

It's time for the Oguaamanhen and the Oguaa Traditional Council to shift their focus from just celebrating the Oguaa Fetu Festival to driving meaningful development and growth in Cape Coast. The youth of the city expect more from their leaders, and it's time for them to deliver.

To the Oguaamanhen and the Oguaa Traditional Council, I pose these questions:
- What concrete plans do you have to address the city's development deficits?
- How will you engage with the youth and involve them in decision-making processes?
- What's your vision for Cape Coast's future, and what steps will you take to achieve it?
It's time for our leaders to wake up and take action. The future of Cape Coast depends on it.
PRINCE BINEY.
A Star of Hope.