UER: 196 communities attain ODF status through CRS’s ICOWASH project
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH 196 communities in three districts in the Upper East region have been declared Open Defecation Free (ODF), while nine (9) existing ODF communities migrated to sanitised community status. The 205 ODF and sanitised communities, which are within the Talensi, Mamprugu Moagduri Districts, and West Mamprusi Municipalities, achieved these remarkable successes through the […]
World Vision Ghana emphasises training children in moral education and critical thinking for sustainable development
By Emmanuel Mensah-Abludo The Northern Regional Operations Manager of World Vision Ghana (WVG), Francis Gumah, has stressed the necessity for children’s access to life skills and moral education to be given the desired attention to engender “sustainable national development and accountable leadership”. He emphasised that education should not only be about writing and speaking the […]
NDC will not sign peace declaration ahead of election- Asiedu Nketia
The National Chairman of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has declared that the party will not be signing any peace declaration as the country approaches the upcoming election. Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express, he expressed scepticism about the effectiveness of such agreements, citing past experiences. “Signing a peace declaration doesn’t […]
AGRA Ghana and Mastercard Foundation highlight agribusiness opportunities for youth
By Mavis Octhere The Country Director for the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) Ghana Chapter, Dr. Betty Annan, has underscored the importance of engaging key stakeholders and Ghanaian youth in dialogue to promote youth entrepreneurship and empower them in agricultural transformation. She noted that such initiatives would help drive the nation’s food […]
National Sales Leaders Conference attracts more than 1,000 Participants
The two-day National Sales Leaders Conference (NSLC) underway at the Accra International Conference Centre has attracted more than 1,000 participants from various industries, ministers of state, sales leaders, exhibitors, and seasoned speakers. The conference, organised under the theme ‘Sales Unleashed: The Role of Sales in Sustained Organisational Revenue Growth and Economic Development,’ aims to highlight […]
Ibrahim Osman joins Feyenoord on season-long loan from Brighton
By: Nana Kwame Bediako Brighton forward Ibrahim Osman has officially joined Dutch side Feyenoord on a season-long loan. This move marks a significant step in his career, offering him a platform to showcase his talents in the Dutch league. One of the most exciting aspects of this loan is Osman’s opportunity to participate in the […]
Parliament assesses impact of Akosombo Dam Spillage
By Rachel Kakraba The Ad hoc Committee of Parliament set up by the Speaker of Parliament to investigate the Akosombo Dam Spillage Disaster has ended a four-day tour of the affected areas to understand and address the impact. The Committee, chaired by the Member of Parliament for Ahafo Ano North, Suleman Adamu Sanid, toured communities […]
Two Ghana Air Force pilots complete first solo flight
The Ghana Air Force has celebrated two of its pilots for completing their first solo flights on the K8-P Fighter Wing aircraft. The flights, which mark a significant milestone in their aviation careers, also add to their flying hours. The two pilots – Flight Lieutenants (Flt Lt) Benjamin Adotey Hermann and Isaac Antieme of the […]
Road safety concerns at the National Theatre intersection
By Prince Dankwa Recent observations at the busy National Theatre intersection showed a combination of good road infrastructure and persistent safety issues. The crossroads, which link important parts of Accra, have clearly defined pedestrian crossings, operational traffic signals, and well-marked roadways. But there are still problems with driving safety behaviour. Some pedestrians crossed at undesignated […]
GJA commemorates 75 years of excellence today
By Rachel Kakraba The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) turns 75 years old today. The association sets and upholds high professional standards in journalism, enhances the skills and knowledge of journalists through workshops, as well as the promotion of ethical journalism and accountability among its members. Serving as an umbrella body of journalists, in Ghana, the […]
