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

By Stanley Kwabla Arku Entrance University of Health Sciences has officially inaugurated its Schools of Medicine, Dentistry, and Nursing, along with a new Dental Hospital, at its campus in Spintex, Accra. The institution, founded by industrialist Nana Samuel Amo Tobbin, becomes the first private university in Ghana to establish a full-fledged medical and dental training programme, a move widely hailed as timely and strategic in addressing the country’s growing demand for quality healthcare professionals. Speaking at the ceremony, Nana Tobbin, who serves as Chancellor of the university, reiterated his commitment to expanding educational and employment opportunities for Ghanaians. He highlighted the challenges faced by students who pursue medical education abroad, particularly in countries like Ukraine and China, where language and cultural barriers often

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

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