Fostering Peace And Unity: Soco Organized Togetherness Games In Nkwanta South AFRICA NEWS LOCAL POLITICS by panafricantv - May 11, 2025May 14, 20250 Promoting peace and development in Nkwanta South municipality SOCO which is a World Bank and Ghana government-funded project has organized a sports competition to foster stability, cooperation, and sustainability in the municipality. According to the planning officer at Nkwanta South municipal assembly, Abass Ibrahim,the project is contributing to the prevention of conflict spillover from the sahelian countries by improving the social and economic resilience of the targeted Northern Regions in the Gulf of Guinea countries (Ghana Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, and Togo) . In Ghana, the SOCO Project is being implemented in six (6) regions in the northern parts of Ghana – namely the Northern, Upper East, Upper West, North East, Savannah and Oti Regions. Forty-eight (48) MMDAs are benefitting from the project. Mr.
The Power Of Social Media And The Untold Stories AFRICA NEWS LOCAL POLITICS by panafricantv - May 11, 2025May 11, 20250 By: Godwin Ako Gunn I saw an apology by a lady popularly known as Agradaa to Sammy Gyamfi and the NDC. Comrades, when a mosquito settles on your balls, you dont treat it as if it settled on your leg. Women may not understand, but let me wish all women a happy Mothers Day, and to agradaa I can only say that avoidance is always better than managing the backlash. I appreciate all the concerns being shared negatively and positively on social media. I know it's because of the person involved. My brothers and sisters, until you walk a day in someone's shoes, be measured in your criticism, and be quick to let go. Sometimes, I feel pity for Sammy Gyamfi and a
Sports Minister engages British High Commissioner On Sports Diplomacy, Infrastructure Sustainability, And Fan Engagement Initiatives AFRICA NEWS LOCAL by panafricantv - May 11, 2025May 11, 20250 On Friday, 9th May 2025, the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Hon. Kofi Iddie Adams, paid a courtesy call on the British High Commissioner to Ghana, Her Excellency Harriet Thompson, to discuss ongoing cooperation between Ghana and the United Kingdom in sports diplomacy, infrastructure management, and grassroots development. The Minister emphasized sports diplomacy as a tool for unity and national impact, highlighting Ghana’s policy to explore Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) in the management of key facilities like the Borteyman Sports Complex. He noted that while management would be delegated, the state would retain full access for national programs and competitions. He also expressed concern about declining fan engagement in domestic sports and referenced the UK’s effective sports culture as a model Ghana could
Nkwanta South MCE Strengthen Partnership Between Local Government And Health Directorate AFRICA NEWS LOCAL POLITICS by panafricantv - May 7, 2025May 7, 20250 In a bid to strengthen the partnership between local government and the health directorate, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Nkwanta South in the Oti Region, Joseph Antwi Awal, has called for robust collaboration with the Municipal Health Directorate. This initiative aims to address the pressing healthcare needs of the municipality and ensure that quality healthcare is accessible to all residents. As a former Deputy Health Information Officer at St. Joseph’s Catholic Hospital, Joseph Antwi recognizes the critical role that health services play in the overall well-being of the community.He urged stakeholders to work together to tackle the challenges facing the healthcare system. The MCE emphasized that effective collaboration is essential for identifying gaps in service delivery and implementing strategies that can lead
Ghana’s Minister Leads Delegation To OECD Forum In Paris AFRICA NEWS INTERNATIONAL NEWS LOCAL POLITICS by panafricantv - May 7, 2025May 7, 20250 The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, led Ghana's delegation to the 18th OECD Forum in Paris, at the invitation of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). The forum focused on strategic cooperation in developing sustainable and resilient critical mineral supply chains, with a particular emphasis on Africa's role in the global energy transition. During the high-level African session, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah articulated Ghana's proactive approach to mineral resource development. He highlighted the government's deliberate policy to diversify the mining sector beyond its traditional strengths in gold production. Ghana is strategically positioning itself as a key player in the critical minerals value chain, with a focused emphasis on manganese, lithium, and graphite—resources essential for
Ordinary Ghanaian Workers Should Equally Benefit From Ex-Gratia- Daniel Kwabena Asare AFRICA NEWS LOCAL POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - May 7, 2025May 7, 20250 By: Daniel Asare With Ghana’s workforce navigating through economic challenges amidst calls by labour unions for improved conditions of service and fair wages, a budding journalist Daniel Kwabena Asare has made a passionate appeal for ex-gratia reserved for certain government appointees and public servants to be extended to ordinary workers. According to him, the move will strategically improve standard of living and enhance their income sustainably. “You pay me well, I work well, Comrade Yaw Adinkra well-spoken on the afore topic for today’s programme. As a matter of fact, the ordinary Ghanaian worker must be paid exgratia as well I side with you, for workers are in misery looking at the statistics you’ve laid out, workers salary is nothing good to write home
Feasible Disciplined Fiscal Regime Will Be Needed – Joe Jackson AFRICA NEWS LOCAL POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - May 6, 2025May 6, 20250 BY: Daniel Asare Chief Executive Officer of Dalex Finance, Joe Jackson says the Bank of Ghana survey of inflation target of twelve percent from the sixteen percent projection earlier in 2025 can be achieved if government stays fiscally disciplined Speaking to the press on the sidelines of the International Monetary Fund World Bank spring meetings, the governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Asiamah made the disclosure citing new monetary measures by the central bank alongside complementing fiscal actions by government. However Mr. Jackson believes tight budget control and specific spending’s will be crucial. “The elephant in the room has always been the government borrowing money; which is what we call deficit financing, over and above what is prudent” he said.
President Mahama Nominates 33 MMDCEs For Eastern Region AFRICA NEWS LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - April 30, 2025April 30, 20250 Story by George Yawson Vineh President John Dramani Mahama has nominated thirty three individuals to serve as Municipal and District Executives (MMDCEs) for the Estern Region of Ghana. This nomination was signed and announced in a press statement dated on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 by the Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religuous Affairs Minister, Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim. According to the statement, the nomination are in line with the constitution and legal provisions guiding local governance. “The President, in accordance with Article 243(1) of the 1992 Constitution and Section 20(I) of the local Governance Act,2016 (Act936), as amended has nominitated the attached list of persons for appointment to the office of Sistrict Chief Executive, pending approval by their respective District Assemblies, “ it stated. The nomination forms
GFA Boss, New GOC Boss And EXCO Members Charged To Elevate Ghanaian Sports With Their New Roles AFRICA NEWS LOCAL NEWS by George Vineh Yawson - April 30, 2025April 30, 20250 By: Maxwell Woyram Tsigbe The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Hon. Kofi Iddie Adams, has on behalf of the Ministry and Ghanaians, congratulated the President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Mr. Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, on his historic appointment as the 2nd Vice President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), saying, that the prestigious appointment is not only a personal milestone but also a proud moment for Ghana. In a statement dated 28th April, 2025, the Minister stated that the appointment is a powerful recognition of Mr. Okraku’s dedication, leadership, and relentless commitment to the growth of football both nationally and across the African continent. According to him, the new role offers Ghana an enhanced voice and a strengthened platform in continental
Nkwanta South MCE Engages Market Vendors And Business Leaders In Dialogue AFRICA NEWS LOCAL POLITICS by panafricantv - April 29, 2025April 29, 20250 The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Nkwanta South, Hon. Antwi, has embarked on a visit to the Nkwanta market, engaging in a dialogue with market vendors and business leaders. The purpose of this visit was to solicit feedback and identify areas for improvement that could contribute to the growth and prosperity of the market. During his interaction with Newsmen , the MCE elaborated on his vision for the market’s development. He highlighted the ongoing implementation of projects designed to enhance the market’s infrastructure and functionality. Hon. Antwi emphasized the importance of collaboration between the municipality and market stakeholders, underscoring that collective effort would be essential for the success of these initiatives. In his address, Hon. Antwi urged the business leaders and market vendors of