MOFA Secures $227 Million To Undertake Ghana Tree Crop Diversification Project LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - November 18, 2024November 29, 20240 By: Daniel Asare The Ministry of Food and Agriculture has secure a $ 227million credit from the World Bank to undertake the Ghana Tree Crop diversification project aimed at improving the tree crop sector According to Minister for food and Agriculture, Bryan Acheampong the project will enhance the capacity of stakeholders in the tree crop sector and improve their competiveness The Ghana Tree Crop Diversification Project seeks to support sector-wide activities, reforms, and investments in the tree crop sector to enhance production of cocoa, coconut, cashew and rubber. As part of the project, commercial nursery operators will be supported to supply quality planting materials to farmers and government will also facilitate the acquisition of planting materials and other agricultural inputs for 52,000 farmers. “The project
Election 2024: NPP Offers Superior Economic Policies Says Richard Ahiagbah LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - November 14, 2024November 29, 20240 Story by George Yawson Vineh The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has touted its 2024 Manifesto as a comprehensive plan to revitalize Ghana’s economy and propel the nation towards sustained growth. Speaking at a press conference at the NPP Headquarters in Accra on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, the party’s Director of Communication, Richard Ahiagbah, emphasized the NPP’s superior economic proposals, which he said would stabilize and grow the economy while leveraging digital advancements. “The NPP’s 2024 Manifesto offers Bold Solutions for jobs and business. Its ideas are forward-looking, aiming to stabilize and grow the economy, leveraging the digital revolution to make Ghana competitive,” Ahiagbah stated. He noted that the NPP’s economic strategies are designed to capitalize on the opportunities presented by the Fourth Industrial Revolution,
Going To School With Joy Project :North Dayi MP Donates Educational Materials To SHS Freshers AFRICA NEWS LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - November 12, 2024November 29, 20240 𝚂𝚝𝚘𝚛𝚢 𝚋𝚢 :𝙸𝚟𝚢 𝙰𝚋𝚎𝚗𝚊 𝙳𝚎𝚍𝚎 𝙽𝚊𝚛𝚔𝚒 𝚃𝚎𝚢𝚎 12/11/2024 The Member of Parliament for the North Dayi constituency, Joycelyn Tetteh, has brought smiles to the faces of over 800 students in her constituency, particularly the newly enrolled SHS students.She donated educational materials worth overGHC300,000 to support the students. The items include over 800 student-mattresses, more than 1000 exercise books, over 800 chalk boxes, 50 packs of sanitary pads, and 50 packs of sardines, among other items. In an interview with the media ,she explained that, this isn't the first time she has made such donations to newly enrolled SHS students in her constituency. “As a young woman entrusted by my constituents to serve them, I am aware of the challenges parents face, particularly in purchasing
Reverend Johnson Adu Admonies The Youth To Be Agents Of Peaceful-Coexistence And Harmonius Living AFRICA NEWS LOCAL POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - November 12, 2024November 29, 20240 By: Daniel Asare Vice President of the Universal Friendship Organization, Reverend Johnson Adu has admonished the teeming youth to be circumspect in their dealings and foster peace before, during and after this year’s polls. Ghana widely described as a heritage lover’s passion, cultural delight, bird watcher’s paradise and an adventurers dream will elect an Executive President in addition to two hundred and seventy-six Legislators on December 7, 2024. In a bid to foster harmonious living and peaceful co-existence before during and after the elections, the Universal Friendship Organization in collaboration with the Centre for Intelligence and Security Analysis has embarked on a Peace walk themed “Electoral Peace, National Security.” The event which was hugely patronized began at the Obra Spot and ended at the
Initiative Is A Blessing In Disguise For Ghana LOCAL NEWS by George Vineh Yawson - November 7, 2024November 29, 20240 BY: DANIEL ASARE President of the Concerned Second-Hand Dealers Association of Ghana, Daniel Asare has reacted to the International Monetary Fund’s decision to review Ghana’s Programme for three hundred and sixty million dollars disbursement on December 2nd 2024. According to him, this initiative by government will help stabilize the cedi which has depreciated amongst some trading currencies. Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam has disclosed that the IMF Board is scheduled to meet on December 2, 2024, to discuss Ghana’s Third Programme Review. This review could result in the release of three hundred and sixty million dollars to the Bank of Ghana to support the government’s budget and balance of payment needs At a press briefing in Washington, DC, during the Annual IMF/World Bank Meetings,
Ultra-Modern Police Station Commissioned At Abelemkpe To Beef Up Security LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - November 6, 2024November 29, 20240 Story by George Yawson Vineh. In a spirited display of support to curb crime and gangsterism which has reached nightmarish proportions, a newly commissioned Police Station in Abelemkpe has been handed over to the Ghana Police Service. The initiative was the brainchild of Teddy Kwei Badoo Assembly Member of the area who has vowed to clamp down on crime which has increased considerably. Addressing the gathering, Nima District Police Commander, ACP Eric Asamoah Asiedu who Ghana Police Service assured the community that the Police would uphold their duties with professionalism to maintain peace and stability and advised the officers stationed at the newly facility to adhere to rules and regulations governing the Ghana Police Service. He commended the Assemblyman and supporters of the facility,
Former Health Minister Worried Over Teething Challenge AFRICA NEWS LOCAL POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - November 5, 2024November 29, 20240 Story by George Yawson Vineh Former Health Minister and Chairman of the NDC Health Manifesto Committee, Professor Alex Kwaku Danso-Boafo has decried the country’s slow pace of development.His disclosure comes on the sidelines of an event organized by the NDC Professionals Forum aimed at proffering achievable solutions to them.Ghana which attained independence on March 6, 1957 has been described as a bastion of democracy and an oasis of peace.In spite of these impressive credentials, the country is still grappling with a myriad of problems ranging from cedi depreciation, youth unemployment, poor sanitation and the menace of Galamsey which has ravaged farmlands, destroyed waterbodies and eroded the health and longevity of the citizenry.Delivering a speech on behalf of former President John Mahama
CSO’s Calls For Protection Against Internet Shutdowns In December Election AFRICA NEWS LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - November 5, 2024November 29, 20240 Story by George Yawson Vineh With Ghana’s general elections approaching in December, stakeholders are urging government to commit to safeguarding internet access and preventing any potential shutdown during the electoral period.This appeal was voiced at the National Integrity Forum, a key event in the Digital Rights and Elections in Africa Meetings (DREAM), held in Accra.The forum brought together representatives from Civil Society Organizations, government, political parties, and media, all emphasizing the essential role of unrestricted internet access in promoting a transparent and democratic electoral process.Participants warned that any internet restrictions could erode public trust and compromise the integrity of the elections.On his part, Executive Director of ASEPA, Mensah Thompson called on government to play its part in ensuring the conduct and
Hafiz Hamza Calls For Sustenance Of Peace Amidst Rising Tensions AFRICA NEWS LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - November 4, 2024November 29, 20240 BY: DANIEL ASARE National Secretary of the National Union of Tricycle Operators, Hafiz Hamza has admonished tricycle operators to embrace peace as the country heads to the polls on December 7, 2024. Delivering an address at the investiture of leaders for the Association at Suhum, he further indicated that, peaceful co-existence and harmonious living was crucial to the growth of every society. Without peace, it will not be possible to achieve the levels of trust, cooperation and inclusiveness needed for societies to be resilient to shocks, manage dispute and adapt to changes within their environment. In a bid to sustain peace, before, during and after the country’s eighth general election, members of the National Union of Tricycle Operators Ghana have been entreated to desist
Ghana Tourism Authority Honored at GOGE Africa Festival for THE YEAR OF RETURN ENTERTAINMENT NEWS by George Vineh Yawson - November 1, 2024November 29, 20240 The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has been awarded the Outstanding Tourism Event in Africa for its "Year of Return" and "Beyond the Return" initiatives at the GOGE Africa Festival's 25th-anniversary celebration in Nigeria. The award was presented on October 27, 2024, at Mobolaji Johnson Arena (Onikan Stadium), Lagos-Nigeria. Representing the CEO of GTA, Mr. Akwasi Agyeman, were Mr. Moses Ndewin Ndebugri, Director of the Upper West Region, and Mr. Kofi Atta Kakra Kusi, Deputy Director of Domestic Marketing. This accolade recognizes the exceptional impact of Ghana's "Year of Return" and "Beyond the Return" programs in celebrating African heritage, uniting the African diaspora, and positioning Ghana as a premier cultural tourism destination. These initiatives have fostered pan-African unity and strengthened cultural ties globally. The