Ministry Of Education Reintroduces Art, Craft, And Needlework Into Basic School Curriculum LOCAL NEWS by George Vineh Yawson - August 5, 2025August 5, 20250 By Stanley Kwabla Arku The Ministry of Education has announced the reintroduction of Art, Craft, and Needlework into the curriculum for foundational learners across the country, starting from the next academic year. The Education Minister, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, disclosed the policy initiative during an engagement with Home Economics teachers in the Eastern Region. The move, according to the Minister, is part of broader curriculum reforms aimed at improving foundational learning and nurturing creative skills among young learners. “We believe that a holistic education goes beyond core academic subjects,” Hon. Iddrisu said. “By reintroducing Art, Craft, and Needlework, we are providing our youngest learners with the tools to develop their creative skills, critical thinking, and a deeper appreciation for our cultural heritage.” The Minister stressed
Minister Inaugurates National Commission on Culture Board to Drive Strategic Cultural Advancement LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by panafricantv - August 5, 2025August 5, 20250 Accra, Ghana The Minister for Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts, Hon Abla Dzifa Gomashie, today inaugurated the newly constituted National Commission on Culture (NCC) governing Board at the Ministry’s conference room in Accra. Addressing attendees, the Minister emphasized the board’s vital role in steering the Commission toward achieving its mandate in line with national development objectives. The board is expected to provide strategic leadership and guidance to the Commission, ensuring that all programs are firmly aligned with Ghana’s national priorities. It will also uphold principles of accountability, transparency, and good governance in the management of the Commission. The Minister noted that effective oversight of the Commission’s limited resources will be one of the board’s most critical responsibilities. By fostering collaboration, partnerships, and
Lands Minister Engages Gold Fields And AngloGold Ashanti; Urges Stronger Local Collaboration LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by panafricantv - August 5, 2025August 5, 20250 The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah (MP) paid a working visit to two major mining companies, Gold Fields Tarkwa Mines and AngloGold Ashanti’s Iduapriem Mines on Monday, 5th August, 2025 as part of efforts to strengthen collaboration between the government and large-scale mining firms. The visit, which took place in the Western Region, served two key purposes: to familiarize the Minister with the companies’ operations and to formally invite them to the upcoming launch of the government’s alternative livelihood initiative, the *Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme (rCOMSDEP). During meetings with the management and technical teams of both companies, Hon. Buah emphasized Government’s vision for large-scale mining firms to play a more active role in developing
Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Ministry Champions Economic Diplomacy With 4th Made-in-Ghana Bazaar Launch INTERNATIONAL NEWS LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - August 3, 2025August 3, 20250 By Makiza Micheline Latifa The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has officially launched the 4th edition of the Made-in-Ghana Bazaar, an initiative that continues to gain momentum as a key pillar of Ghana’s economic diplomacy strategy. This year’s event is scheduled to take place from 5th to 7th September 2025 at the Accra International Conference Centre, under the theme “Championing Economic Diplomacy: Connecting Producers, Markets and Opportunities.” At the media launch held in Accra, stakeholders from across government, trade promotion institutions, and the private sector reaffirmed their commitment to positioning Ghanaian-made goods at the heart of national development and international trade. The event, which attracted wide participation, underscored the importance of using diplomacy not just for political dialogue but as
Police Deny Raiding NPP Bono East Chairmans House At Techiman LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - August 2, 2025August 2, 20250 Story by George Yawson Vineh The Ghana Police Service has sighted a media publication alleging a police raid at the residence of the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) Bono East Regional Chairman resulting in the death of one person. We wish to categorically state that the claim is false. The Police has not undertaken any such raid. Preliminary investigation has disclosed that on Friday, 1st August, 2025 at about 01:20 am,officers from the Bono East Regional Police Command, acting on intelligence, responded swiftly to a robbery incident where the suspects were spotted scaling a wall. One of the suspects, later identified as Seidu Bukari sustained gunshot wound during the operation and was immediately rushed to the hospital for medical attention but was later pronounced dead. The
Lands Minister Extends Deadline For Small-Scale Mining Licence Rectification AFRICA NEWS LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by panafricantv - August 2, 2025August 2, 20250 The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah (MP), has granted an extension to small-scale miners for the regularization of their mining licences, with the new deadline set for the end of August 2025. This decision follows a petition by the Ghana National Association of Small-Scale Miners (GNASSM), requesting additional time to address irregularities identified in the licensing process. The extension was announced during a meeting between the Minister and the leadership of GNASSM on Wednesday, 30th July 2025. The engagement sought to address concerns arising from a recent audit that flagged 902 small-scale mining licences for various infractions. Hon. Buah emphasized the importance of resolving these issues promptly while ensuring fairness and transparency. To facilitate the process, the Ministry
China: A Bridge For Exchanges Between Civilizations Over Eighty Years AFRICA NEWS INTERNATIONAL NEWS LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by panafricantv - August 1, 2025August 1, 20250 By Yi Fan As the United Nations marks its 80th anniversary, its founding principle enshrined in the U.N. Charter remains as vital as ever: toachieve international cooperation in solving international problems of an economic, social, cultural, or humanitarian character, and in promoting and encouraging respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms for all without distinction as to race, sex, language, or religion.In an era of rising zero-sum rivalries and cultural divides, China has emerged as a unifying force,championing dialogue among civilizations and advancing a community with a shared future for humanity. Through a mix of ancient wisdom and modern initiatives, China bridges East and West,demonstrating that mutual understanding, not confrontation, paves the path forward. Harmony without Uniformity: China’s Philosophy of Exchange China’s commitment
Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings Urges Urgent Reforms To Unlock The Full Potential Of African Women AFRICA NEWS INTERNATIONAL NEWS LOCAL POLITICS by panafricantv - August 1, 2025August 1, 20250 Friday, 1st August 2025 – Member of Parliament for Klottey-Korle and a member of Ghana’s delegation to the Pan African Parliament, Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, has called for urgent structural reforms to unlock the full potential of African women in agribusiness, trade, and development Highlighting land ownership as a persistent barrier at the 2025 Pan-African Women’s Day Commemoration on Thursday, 31st July 2025, Dr. Agyeman-Rawlings noted that although women do much of the work in agriculture, they often cannot own land, and therefore cannot use it as collateral for loans. “Ironically, studies show women are more reliable in loan repayments, yet they face the greatest barriers to accessing credit,” she said. On cross-border trade, where women comprise about 90% of participants, Dr. Agyeman-Rawlings
Ghana Signs Debt Relief Package With France Worth 87.7 Million Euros AFRICA NEWS LOCAL POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - July 30, 2025July 30, 20250 BY: DANIEL ASARE Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has touted the country’s recovery from economic crisis after years of turbulence and applauded France as the first member of the Paris Club to grant Ghana debt relief. Addressing the media after signing a debt relief worth 87.7 million euros, he revealed that the move marks a significant milestone in the country’s economic recovery efforts following its slide into unsustainable debt levels in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. The deal is a key component of Ghana’s broader economic recovery agenda which aims to restore debt sustainability, rebuild investor confidence and lay the foundation for inclusive growth. Addressing the media at the signing ceremony, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson expressed his gratitude to France
President Mahama’s Thank You Tour To The Oti Region Marked By Massive Turnout And Assurance Of Infrastructure Development LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by panafricantv - July 30, 2025July 30, 20250 The President of the Republic of Ghana, H.E. John Dramani Mahama, brought the curtain down on his nationwide "Thank You Tour" with a rousing visit to Dambai, the regional capital of the Oti Region, on Friday, 25th July 2025. The occasion drew an enthusiastic crowd, including the Regional Minister Hon John Kwadwo Gyapong, some MPs from the Region, Regional and Constituency Executives, traditional leaders, youth groups, opinion leaders, and citizens from across and beyond the region. They gathered to welcome the President and to hear his message of hope, national renewal, and inclusive development. President Mahama, affectionately known as The Nation Builder, expressed profound gratitude to the people of the Oti Region for their unwavering support, which contributed significantly to his electoral