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Prampram Customary Land Secretariat
Modernising Land Administration. Protecting Interests. Securing the Future.
Building a modern and transparent customary land administration system through technology, accurate records, effective ground-rent management and peaceful dispute resolution.
Serving landowners, landholders, traditional authorities, developers and stakeholders across the Prampram Traditional Area.
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About PCLS
Welcome to the Prampram Customary Land Secretariat
The Prampram Customary Land Secretariat (PCLS) is a land administration institution established to promote effective, transparent and coordinated management of customary lands within the Prampram Traditional Area.
The Secretariat works with landowning families, traditional authorities, landholders, developers, public institutions and other stakeholders to improve land documentation, record keeping, ground-rent administration, property identification and the peaceful resolution of land-related disputes.
Through technology and improved administrative systems, PCLS seeks to make customary land administration more accessible, accountable, reliable and efficient.
Learn More About PCLS
Prampram Customary Land Secretariat
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Our Services
How Can We Assist You?
Land administration services for landowners, landholders, developers and the wider community.
Ground-Rent Administration
Ground-rent accounts, payment records, arrears and related enquiries.
Property Identification
Property registration, identification and location information.
Digital Mapping
GPS coordinates, digital property mapping and spatial information.
Document Verification
Support with land documentation and records verification.
Dispute Resolution
Alternative Dispute Resolution for land-related disagreements.
Digital Land Administration
Technology for Better Land Administration
The PCLS Land Management System is a digital platform designed to modernise the administration of customary lands within the Prampram Traditional Area.
- Digital property registration
- Secure land records
- GPS and mapping information
- Ground-rent management
- Payment histories
- Arrears monitoring
- Receipts and notices
- Client communication
- Document tracking
- Administrative reporting
PCLS Land Management System
Overview
Illustrative preview- Properties Registered
- Ground Rent Accounts
- Payments
- Outstanding Arrears
- Mapped Properties
- Documents
Ground-rent collections
Recent activity
- Receipt issued
- Parcel mapped
- Reminder sent
- Record updated
Why We Exist
Our Mandate
The Prampram Customary Land Secretariat exists to facilitate the effective administration and management of customary lands within the Prampram Traditional Area.
The Secretariat provides a coordinated platform for land records, property information, ground-rent administration, stakeholder engagement, land-related enquiries and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).
A coordinated platform for
- Land records
- Property information
- Ground-rent administration
- Stakeholder engagement
- Land-related enquiries
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
Our Vision
To become a leading model for modern, transparent and technology-driven customary land administration in Ghana and Sub-Saharan Africa.
Our Mission
To provide efficient, transparent and accessible customary land administration through technology, proper documentation, stakeholder collaboration and effective dispute resolution, while protecting the interests of landowners, landholders and the wider community.
The Value of PCLS
Why Modern Land Administration Matters
Reliable records and clear processes give landowners, landholders and investors greater confidence, and help prevent disputes before they arise.
Better Records
Organised and retrievable land and property information.
Greater Transparency
Clear processes and accountable record management.
Reduced Disputes
Better documentation, verification and dispute-resolution mechanisms.
Faster Service
Technology improves access to information and administrative efficiency.
Core Values
Values That Guide Our Work
The principles behind how the Secretariat serves landowners, clients and the community.
Transparency
We promote openness and accountability in land administration.
Integrity
We uphold professionalism, honesty and responsible management of land information and resources.
Service
We place landowners, clients and the community at the centre of our operations.
Innovation
We embrace technology and modern systems to improve customary land administration.
Accuracy
We are committed to reliable records, proper documentation and accurate land information.
Collaboration
We work with landowning families, traditional authorities, public institutions, developers and other stakeholders.
Peace
We promote dialogue and Alternative Dispute Resolution as important tools for preventing and resolving land-related conflicts.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Resolving Land Disputes Through Dialogue
PCLS promotes Alternative Dispute Resolution as a practical approach to preventing and resolving land-related disagreements through dialogue, mediation and stakeholder engagement.
Outcomes depend on the circumstances of each matter. Some matters may require referral to the appropriate authorities.
General process
Submit Enquiry
Contact the Secretariat and describe the land-related matter.
Case Review
The Secretariat reviews the information and relevant records.
Stakeholder Engagement
The relevant parties are identified and invited to engage.
Mediation
Facilitated dialogue helps the parties explore mutually acceptable solutions.
Resolution / Next Steps
Parties are advised on the outcome, or on referral to the appropriate authority where required.
Stakeholders
Working With Every Stakeholder
Effective customary land administration depends on cooperation between everyone with an interest in land.
Landowning Families
Coordinated records and administration of family lands.
Traditional Authorities
Collaboration on the administration of customary lands.
Landholders
Ground-rent accounts, payment records and property support.
Property Owners
Property identification, mapping and records verification.
Developers
Access to land information and documentation support.
Investors
Greater confidence in land records and processes.
Public Institutions
Coordination on land administration matters.
Community Members
Enquiries, education and peaceful dispute resolution.
Strategic Direction
Our Objectives
What the Secretariat is working to achieve for customary land administration in the Prampram Traditional Area.
Build a reliable and secure digital database of customary land records within the Prampram Traditional Area.
Improve transparency and accountability in land administration and revenue management.
Reduce land disputes through proper documentation, verification and ADR.
Make land and property information easier to retrieve and manage.
Improve communication between the Secretariat, landowning families, landholders and other stakeholders.
Use technology to reduce administrative delays and improve service delivery.
Preserve land records for present and future generations.
Our Commitment
Every Land. Every Record. Every Stakeholder. Accounted For.
PCLS is committed to building a land administration system that protects customary interests while providing landholders, investors, developers and the community with greater confidence in land records and administrative processes.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
General information about the Secretariat and its services.
What is the Prampram Customary Land Secretariat?
The Prampram Customary Land Secretariat (PCLS) is a land administration institution established to promote effective, transparent and coordinated management of customary lands within the Prampram Traditional Area.
What services does PCLS provide?
PCLS provides land and property record management, ground-rent administration, property registration and identification, digital mapping and GPS information, documentation and records verification, client account management, Alternative Dispute Resolution, client support, and land administration education. See the Services page for details.
Can I verify land or property records through PCLS?
PCLS provides support with land documentation and records verification against the information held by the Secretariat. Contact the Secretariat to discuss your specific request and what information will be needed.
How do I make a land-related enquiry?
Use the enquiry form on the Contact page and select the enquiry type that best matches your request. Please include any property, plot or account reference you have, as this helps the Secretariat respond to you.
Does PCLS manage ground-rent records?
Yes. Ground-rent administration is one of the Secretariat's key services, covering ground-rent accounts, payment records, arrears, demand notices and reminders.
Does PCLS provide GPS or property mapping services?
PCLS works with GPS coordinates and digital property mapping to support property identification and spatial records. Contact the Secretariat to discuss your requirements.
Can PCLS help resolve a land dispute?
PCLS promotes Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) through dialogue, mediation and stakeholder engagement. Outcomes depend on the circumstances of each matter and the participation of the parties, and some matters may need to be referred to the appropriate authorities.
What documents should I bring when making an enquiry?
Requirements may vary depending on the nature of the enquiry. Contact the Secretariat before your visit to confirm the relevant documents.
Get in Touch
Land Services at Your Fingertips
Choose what you need help with and send your enquiry directly to the Secretariat.
- Telephone0509076457
- WhatsApp0507544230 (opens in a new tab)
- Emailadministration@pclsgh.com
- AddressP. O Box 1 Prampram (opens in a new tab)
- Office hoursMonday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm