By: George Yawson Vineh To ensure effectiveness of the government's National Sanitation Day initiative, Zoomlion Ghana Limited, has committed massive logistical and equipment support for the nationwide exercise.Addressing the press during the clean-up exercise on Saturday, October 4, 2025, the Director of Monitoring and Service Quality at Zoomlion Ghana Limited, Mr. Ernest Kusi, confirmed the company's full backing for all municipal assemblies across all sixteen regions.Saturday’s exercise was led by the Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, and the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ibrahim Ahmed, with support from Zoomlion.The exercise commenced at the A.M.A headquarters and proceeded through the principal streets of the Central Business District (CBD) of Accra, Kwame Nkrumah Circle, Agbogbloshie Market, and

Vice President, Her Excellency Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has announced that government will deploy 5,000 graduates in agriculture and veterinary science across the country to support farmers and strengthen the link between research and practice in the agricultural sector.Speaking at the 2025 Asogli Yam Festival in Ho, the Vice President underscored the central role of agriculture in Ghana’s development agenda, emphasizing that the government is determined to make farming more productive, resilient, and attractive to the youth.“Government will deploy five thousand graduates in agriculture and veterinary science across the country to assist farmers and bridge the gap between research and practice,” she stated.Prof. Opoku-Agyemang noted that agriculture remains a cornerstone of Ghana’s economy and culture, particularly in regions such as

Source: Daniel Otu Asante Accra, Ghana – October 3, 2025 The Ministry of Labour, Jobs and Employment has entered into a strategic partnership with UAE-based CG Technical Services FZ-LLC to roll out the Ghana Youth Technical Training Initiative, a programme aimed at equipping thousands of young people with internationally recognized vocational skills. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Dr. Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, and Solomon Daniel Amarh Laryea, who represented CG Technical Services CEO Charles Reynolds. Under the agreement, more than 3,800 young Ghanaians will receive training and certification annually in areas such as electrical installation, plumbing, refrigeration and air conditioning, masonry, fire and safety (NEBOSH-certified), and hospitality services. Addressing the signing ceremony, Dr. Pelpuo said the initiative

By Stanley Kwabla Arku Vice President, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, says government is sending a clear message that it is committed to investing in Ghana’s youth, who she described as the nation’s greatest resource. Speaking at the onboarding and orientation ceremony of the Adwumawura Programme at the University of Ghana, the Vice President said the initiative marks a bold step in Ghana’s journey toward economic transformation through entrepreneurship and innovation. “We are making a statement that the nation is determined to invest in our young people, who remain our greatest resource,” she declared. The Adwumawura Programme, launched in April 2025, attracted more than 120,000 applications from across the country, reflecting the determination and ambition of Ghanaian youth. From this pool, 10,000 young men and

Nelimor Julius is the Oti Regional Director of National Health Insurance Scheme. In line of duty, he visited Nkwanta North District to see how the National Health Insurance Scheme is working and to also meet the newly appointed District director of National Health Insurance in Nkwanta North. He stated that the NDC government is doing their best to ensure all Ghanaians are healthy. Mr. Nelimor mentioned that previously the National Health Insurance Scheme was owning, making it difficult for people to use the scheme but now arrears are being paid and the insurance covers many diseases. He again emphasize building trust and the office's commitment to making healthcare affordable and accessible. Kilinfingh Samuel, Newly appointed District director of National Health Insurance, Nkwanta North, stated,

The Chief of Army Staff, Major General Gbetanu Lawrence, has embarked on a familiarisation visit to Nkwanta South in the Oti region. This visit comes amid rising tensions that have caused concern within the community and highlighted the urgent need for peacekeeping measures. During his visit, Major General Gbetanu met with Oti Regional Minister John Kwadwo Gyapong and other security personnel to assess the situation firsthand. His mission was not only to gather information but also to reassure the public of the army’s commitment to restoring peace and order. He thanked the Nkwanta South Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) and the assembly for their continued efforts with the military detachment in maintaining peace in the area. A significant outcome of the visit was the announcement of

Vice President, H.E. Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has highlighted the importance of compassion and collective responsibility in shaping Ghana’s social protection systems. She made the call during a working visit to the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, where she also launched this year’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Prof. Opoku-Agyemang commended the ministry for securing cabinet approval for a number of key policies, including the National Gender Policy, the Early Childhood Care framework, the Domestic Violence Policy, and the landmark Social Protection Act. She noted that such policies form the backbone of Ghana’s efforts to protect its most vulnerable citizens. “If we are not vulnerable, we have a duty to ensure that those who are receive the support they deserve; that

Vice President, H.E. Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has called on Ghanaians to show compassion and solidarity to people living with illnesses, stressing that no one chooses to be sick and therefore deserves empathy rather than stigma. She made the remarks during a working visit to the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, where she also launched the 2025 edition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and joined the ministry to commemorate the International Day of Older Persons. Prof. Opoku-Agyemang noted that societal attitudes often worsen the struggles of patients, particularly women battling breast cancer, and urged Ghanaians to embrace empathy as a national value. “Sometimes illness carries unnecessary stigma, as if the person chose to be sick. What the sick need is understanding,

Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has assured residents of Mamponteng and the Kwabre East Municipality that government will, at all costs, complete the long-abandoned Mamponteng Jubilee Market project.The market, which was first initiated on 1st August 2012 using the District Assembly Common Fund and other special funds, has since been left uncompleted. The abandoned site has not only displaced traders, forcing many to sell their produce under unsafe high-tension poles, but has also become a haven for criminal activities. Speaking during her working visit to the Ashanti Region, the Vice President emphasized that the completion of the project is a national priority that transcends partisan politics.“Our responsibility is to complete all abandoned projects regardless of who starts it, that’s the