Education Ministry Signs MoU with Voorhees University to Strengthen Teacher Education AFRICA NEWS LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by panafricantv - July 18, 2025July 18, 20250 The Ministry of Education has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Voorhees University, a renowned higher education institution based in the United States of America, to strengthen teacher education and promote global academic exchange. The partnership is aimed at enhancing teacher professionalism in Ghana through structured exchange programs involving both students and faculty. As part of the agreement, selected Ghanaian student-teachers and educators will have the opportunity to travel to Voorhees University in the United States to study, participate in teaching practicums, and engage with new pedagogical approaches. In return, students and faculty from Voorhees University will also visit Ghana to learn from the country’s education system and participate in local academic and cultural activities. Speaking at the signing ceremony, the
Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts Collaborates with Meta for Digital Skills Training LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by panafricantv - July 14, 2025July 14, 20250 Accra, July 14, 2025 The Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts has commenced a two-day digital skills training workshop in collaboration with Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Running from July 14 to 15 in Accra, the workshop is designed to equip officials from the Ministry and its thirteen (13) implementing agencies with practical tools to harness Meta platforms for tourism promotion, cultural storytelling, and the growth of creative enterprises. Delivering the welcome address, Mr. Vitus O. Langmagne, Director of Human Resources at the Ministry, described the partnership as timely and strategic in aligning Ghana’s tourism, culture, and creative industries with global digital trends. He urged participants to fully engage with the training and apply the knowledge gained
Lands Minister Calls for Urgent Action and Reforms in Mining Sector at Stakeholders Seminar AFRICA NEWS LOCAL POLITICS by panafricantv - July 14, 2025July 14, 20250 The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah (MP) has issued a strong call for urgent reforms in Ghana’s mining sector, warning that the country faces an environmental crisis if decisive action is not taken. Speaking at a seminar with key mining stakeholders, the Minister highlighted the scale of destruction caused by irresponsible mining, including the loss of 44 forest reserves and over 5,500 hectares of forest cover. “Our water bodies are at dangerous levels. Ghana Water is shutting down treatment plants because the water is too polluted to be treated. If we don’t act now, we may not have a country left,” he stated. Hon. Buah further revealed that large-scale mining companies have held concessions for decades without developing
Lands Minister Calls for Review of Minerals and Mining Act LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by panafricantv - July 14, 2025July 14, 20250 The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah (MP), has emphasized the need for a review of the country’s Minerals and Mining Act (2006), citing significant advancements in technology and development that necessitate updates to ensure a more inclusive and sustainable mining sector. As part of the review process for the mining policy, the Minister engaged the Western and Western North Regional House of Chiefs. This move aims to ensure that the proposed changes benefit all Ghanaians, particularly those in mining communities. Hon. Buah stressed the importance of ensuring that the mining sector benefits all Ghanaians, especially those in mining communities. He noted that while the current law allows for consultation, the interests of local communities are often not
Health Authority Urged to Crack Down on Unhygienic Practices During State Funerals LOCAL NEWS by panafricantv - July 11, 2025July 11, 20250 The recent display of bodies in open places during state funerals, handled by individuals in inappropriate attire, including a chop bar operator in work clothes and a driver still behind the wheel, has raised serious health concerns. This unacceptable situation poses significant health hazards to mourners and the general public. I call upon the Ghana Health Service and other relevant authorities to take immediate action to address this issue. The health and dignity of the deceased, as well as the safety of the public, must be prioritized. Key demands include: Immediate cessation of the practice of displaying bodies in open places Enforcement of proper health protocols for handling and displaying deceased individuals Provision of appropriate attire and equipment for personnel handling the deceased Public education on
Sports Ministry Warns Borteyman Sports Complex Land Encroachers LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by panafricantv - July 10, 2025July 10, 20250 The future of the Borteyman Sports Complex, a multidisciplinary sports facility has come under threat as encroachment issues threaten to undermine its development. This revelation was made during a recent visit by the Hon. Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Iddie Adams, who embarked on an inspection tour of the complex in the early hours of Monday, July 7, 2025. The Minister’s visit aimed to assess the ongoing activities at the facility, which was officially commissioned on February 13, 2024, which hosted 13th African games. Out of the approximately 100 acres of land earmarked for the facility as its total land size, the development has so far taken place on 43 acres, with significant potential for expansion and utilization. However, concerns have been
Ghana Reaffirms Commitment to Heritage Conservation at UNESCO World Heritage Committee Meeting NEWS POLITICS by panafricantv - July 9, 2025July 9, 20250 Paris, France – July 9, 2025 — Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to preserving its cultural and historical landmarks during the ongoing 47th Session of the World Heritage Committee, which is taking place from July 7 to 17, 2025, in Paris. Addressing the distinguished gathering, Ghana’s Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie, outlined Ghana’s active engagement with global heritage institutions and highlighted ongoing national efforts to safeguard its heritage assets. Taking the floor for the first time during this session, Hon. Gomashie extended gratitude to UNESCO and partner organizations—including ICCROM, ICOMOS, and IUCN—for their continuous support in protecting Ghana’s World Heritage Sites, particularly the historic Forts and Castles of Ghana.The Minister acknowledged a recent Reactive Monitoring
NEIP Concludes 3-Day Workshop on Adwumawura Training Manual LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by panafricantv - July 7, 2025July 7, 20250 The National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP) has successfully concluded a three-day knowledge-sharing workshop aimed at strengthening the training manual for the government’s flagship initiative The Adwumawura Programme. Day 3 HighlightsThe final day focused on refining and validating the entrepreneurship training modules for all targeted groups. Stakeholders from across sectors including entrepreneurship trainers, policy experts, academia, development partners, innovation hubs, and financial institutions participated in technical sessions to ensure the curriculum is relevant, inclusive, and tailored to the Ghanaian entrepreneurial landscape. 🛠 Key Activities• Presentation of the revised training framework• Expert reviews to ensure quality, accessibility, and real-world impact 🗣 In his closing remarks, NEIP CEO, Eric Adjei, expressed sincere appreciation to all participants and reaffirmed NEIP’s commitment to delivering a world-class entrepreneurship
Ghana And Mexico Deepen Sports Diplomacy To Strengthen Bilateral Relations POLITICS by panafricantv - July 3, 2025July 3, 20250 In a move to deepen bilateral relations through sports diplomacy, Her Excellency Norma Ang, Ambassador of Mexico to Ghana, and Fernando Alvarado Valenzuela, Deputy Head of Mission, paid a courtesy call on Hon. Kofi Adams, Ghana's Minister for Sports and Recreation. The meeting underscored a shared commitment to fostering collaboration in various sporting disciplines and youth exchanges, paving the way for stronger cultural and athletic ties between the two nations. During the visit, Ambassador Norma Ang highlighted Mexico’s keen interest in expanding cooperation in boxing, baseball, women’s football, and athletics. She emphasised Mexico’s readiness to facilitate youth exchange games and collaborative training programs, as well as signing a memorandum of understanding to formalise their partnership in these areas. Notably, Mexico expressed
Mary Tagba Confirmed As Tatale DCE, Pledges Improved Education And Youth Development AFRICA NEWS LOCAL POLITICS by panafricantv - June 30, 2025July 1, 20250 By: Braimah Abdul Majeed The people of Tatale have officially welcomed Mary Tagba as their new District Chief Executive (DCE), a move widely seen as a turning point for the district’s development and governance. Her endorsement has sparked a sense of unity and renewed optimism among residents as they look forward to an improved economy and livelihood. In her acceptance speech, Hon. Mary Tagba expressed her profound gratitude to the community for the trust imposed in her and pledged full dedication to inclusive development. She emphasized her passion for education, referencing her background as a professional teacher, and assured residents that she would work tirelessly to uplift the youth. She also committed to addressing the growing menace of drug abuse and working to resolve