The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Daniel Nii Kwartei Titus-Glover, has issued query letters to all 29 Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) in the region for failing to attend the launch of a policy focused on local economic development. The launch of the Local Economic Development (LED) Policy (2024 – 2029) which was advertised … The post At
The government has been implored to make a concerted effort to engage fisher folks and coastal communities in the development of policies related to ocean management. Such a move, according to the President of the National Fisheries Association of Ghana (NFAG), Nana Joojo Solomon, would help address communication gaps between government agencies and the fishing communities. … The post Engage
The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has stated its readiness to intensify its efforts to combat cocoa smuggling across the country’s borders with support from the military. According to the Board, it was overwhelmed by the increasing cases of cocoa smuggling activities in the country. The Chief Executive of the COCOBOD, Joseph Boahen Aidoo, disclosed this … The post COCOBOD combat-ready
Ghana’s CAF Champions League campaigners, Samartex FC, will on Sunday host Moroccan giants, Raja Casablanca, in the second round preliminary stage first leg game of the 2024-25 Champions League competition at the Accra Sports Stadium at 3pm. The Ghana Premier League (GPL) champions defeated Cameroonian champions, Victoria United, 1-0 both home and away to advance. … The post Samartex,
The 2024 edition of the Stanbic Bank Asantehene Invitational Golf Tournament ended last week in Kumasi. The day’s tournament, held at the Royal Golf Course, was sponsored by Stanbic Bank and hosted by the Royal Golf Club on behalf of the Asantehene. It brought together 54 amateur golfers from across the country, with five of … The post Ntim shines at Stanbic Bank Asantehene
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has cautioned the public against open flames during this period of low or insufficient rainfall in order to prevent fire outbreaks and their potential consequences. According to the head of Public Relations of the GNFS, Divisional Officer Grade Two (DOII), Desmond Ackah, emphasised that during this period, items becomes … The post GNFS cautions public against
The Electoral Commission (EC) on Monday annulled the Walewale Constituency New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary primaries. The ballot papers, belonging to EC, were vandalised by the aggrieved party supporters of the two candidates. The North East Regional Director of the EC, Mr Gabriel Manu, announced this to the journalist in Walwale after the counting was … The post EC annuls re-run
The Minister of Local Government, Decentralisation and Rural Development, Martin Adjei-Mensah Korsah, has launched the Local Economic Development (LED) Policy (2024-2029) and implementation plan. The revised LED Policy is aimed at promoting a conducive environment at the district level for sustained local business growth, decent employment opportunities and economic empowerment for all Ghanaians. The policy … The post Local
Pressure is mounting on the government to immediately combat illegal mining (galamsey) as the devastating impact of the practice on river bodies, water supply, environment, health and agriculture, worsens. The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) and the Ghana Bar Association (GBA) are the latest to add their voices … The post Galamsey
A Forum to foster dialogue to drive educational innovation and sustainable development across the Africa was opened in Accra yesterday. The forum dubbed Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) is on theme ‘Africa’s Youth: Integrating Entrepreneurship, Future Skills, and AI/Technology in Education for a Sustainable Future.’ In his opening remarks, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Professional … The post Dialogue
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