The Ghana National Association Of Teachers Has Embarked On Its Planned Demonstration Today, October 1, 2024, Despite Extensive Discussions With The Minister Of Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum. AFRICA NEWS by panafricantv - November 29, 2024November 29, 20240 BY: DANIEL OTU ASANTE 01-10-2024 After several hours of negotiations a day before, teachers across the country chose to continue their protest, expressing dissatisfaction with the outcome of the meeting and insisting on their demands being met. The meeting, which was aimed at averting the demonstration, lasted for hours late into the night. Dr. Adutwum and representatives of the Ministry of Education engaged the leadership of GNAT in an attempt to address concerns over working conditions, salaries, and other key grievances raised by the teachers. GNAT, however, indicated that the ministry's responses did not sufficiently address the challenges they face, particularly the issues of delayed salary adjustments, poor infrastructure in schools, inadequate teaching materials, and the need for improved welfare packages. A
Some Senior High School Students Raise Concerns About Conngestion And Limited Facilities AFRICA NEWS LOCAL NEWS by George Vineh Yawson - November 27, 2024November 29, 20240 By: Daniel Asare Student at Some Senior High School in Agbozume in the volta region are facing severe overcrowding in the dormitories due to inadequate infrastructure which cannot accommodate the school growing population, the situation has reached alarming level with about twenty students cramped into spaces designed for far fewer occupants. This overcrowding has raised fewer concerns among both students and staffs about the potential health risks including the spread of diseases in such conditions and they are urging appealing for the constructing of more dormitory blocks to curb the menace in the school. Some Senior High School in Agbozume is facing significant challenges including poor living and teaching conditions that have push the institution to a critical point. The Male and Female
Support NDC To Address Ghana’s Economic Crisis-National Drivers Wives Welfare Association Of Ghana AFRICA NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - November 22, 2024November 29, 20240 By: Daniel Asare Deputy Secretary of the National Drivers Wives Welfare Association of Ghana, Janet Ofosu Asamoah has expressed her unflinching support for John Dramani Mahama and his running mate Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang in the upcoming 2024 elections. In an engagement with the media, she also expressed dissatisfaction with the deepening economic crisis which has made life unbearable for Ghanaians. The Leadership of National Drivers Wives Welfare Association of Ghana believes the John Dramani Mahama’s leadership will bring about change the country needs. According to them, the National Democratic Congress has a proven track record of stabilizing the economy, creating jobs, and improving the lives of Ghanaians. They further urged drivers and transport workers to support the National Democratic Congress to build a better
Strengthening Ghana’s Agriculture Sector Through National Service Personnel AFRICA NEWS by panafricantv - November 14, 2024November 29, 20240 Below is the full document: For Immediate ReleaseDownload In light of the ongoing economic challenges facing Ghana, including escalating debt and high unemployment rates, we call for a strategic shift in the deployment of our national service personnel. We believe that integrating these young individuals into the agricultural sector is essential for boosting food production, enhancing export potential, and revitalizing our economy. Agricultural Focus for National Service Personnel Ghana has immense agricultural resources, yet we face significant challenges in food production and exportation. By redirecting national service personnel towards agriculture, we can harness their energy and innovation to strengthen this vital sector. This initiative aligns with our national priorities of food security and economic sustainability. Benefits of Agricultural Engagement 1. Increased Food Production: By actively
Going To School With Joy Project :North Dayi MP Donates Educational Materials To SHS Freshers AFRICA NEWS LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - November 12, 2024November 29, 20240 𝚂𝚝𝚘𝚛𝚢 𝚋𝚢 :𝙸𝚟𝚢 𝙰𝚋𝚎𝚗𝚊 𝙳𝚎𝚍𝚎 𝙽𝚊𝚛𝚔𝚒 𝚃𝚎𝚢𝚎 12/11/2024 The Member of Parliament for the North Dayi constituency, Joycelyn Tetteh, has brought smiles to the faces of over 800 students in her constituency, particularly the newly enrolled SHS students.She donated educational materials worth overGHC300,000 to support the students. The items include over 800 student-mattresses, more than 1000 exercise books, over 800 chalk boxes, 50 packs of sanitary pads, and 50 packs of sardines, among other items. In an interview with the media ,she explained that, this isn't the first time she has made such donations to newly enrolled SHS students in her constituency. “As a young woman entrusted by my constituents to serve them, I am aware of the challenges parents face, particularly in purchasing
Reverend Johnson Adu Admonies The Youth To Be Agents Of Peaceful-Coexistence And Harmonius Living AFRICA NEWS LOCAL POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - November 12, 2024November 29, 20240 By: Daniel Asare Vice President of the Universal Friendship Organization, Reverend Johnson Adu has admonished the teeming youth to be circumspect in their dealings and foster peace before, during and after this year’s polls. Ghana widely described as a heritage lover’s passion, cultural delight, bird watcher’s paradise and an adventurers dream will elect an Executive President in addition to two hundred and seventy-six Legislators on December 7, 2024. In a bid to foster harmonious living and peaceful co-existence before during and after the elections, the Universal Friendship Organization in collaboration with the Centre for Intelligence and Security Analysis has embarked on a Peace walk themed “Electoral Peace, National Security.” The event which was hugely patronized began at the Obra Spot and ended at the
A Region In Decline:Western Region And The Failed Promises Of The Akufi-Addo-Bawumia-NPP Led Government AFRICA NEWS LOCAL POLITICS by panafricantv - November 5, 2024November 29, 20240 As I traverse the various parts of our beloved Western Region—from Half-Assini to Elubo to Tarkwa to Sekondi-Takoradi, Amenfi West to Amenfi East and virtually every corner of the region, I am confronted with a sobering truth: our once-thriving region has been reduced to a shadow of its former self under the Akufo-Addo-Bawumia-led New Patriotic Party (NPP) government.The stark reality is that, under their leadership, the Western Region has languished, its development stunted , and its people left to grapple with neglect. The Empty Promises of the NPP. The litany of unfulfilled promises made by the NPP is both alarming and disheartening.The NPP government, in its bid to secure our votes, made grand declarations about transforming our region into an oil services
Former Health Minister Worried Over Teething Challenge AFRICA NEWS LOCAL POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - November 5, 2024November 29, 20240 Story by George Yawson Vineh Former Health Minister and Chairman of the NDC Health Manifesto Committee, Professor Alex Kwaku Danso-Boafo has decried the country’s slow pace of development.His disclosure comes on the sidelines of an event organized by the NDC Professionals Forum aimed at proffering achievable solutions to them.Ghana which attained independence on March 6, 1957 has been described as a bastion of democracy and an oasis of peace.In spite of these impressive credentials, the country is still grappling with a myriad of problems ranging from cedi depreciation, youth unemployment, poor sanitation and the menace of Galamsey which has ravaged farmlands, destroyed waterbodies and eroded the health and longevity of the citizenry.Delivering a speech on behalf of former President John Mahama
CSO’s Calls For Protection Against Internet Shutdowns In December Election AFRICA NEWS LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - November 5, 2024November 29, 20240 Story by George Yawson Vineh With Ghana’s general elections approaching in December, stakeholders are urging government to commit to safeguarding internet access and preventing any potential shutdown during the electoral period.This appeal was voiced at the National Integrity Forum, a key event in the Digital Rights and Elections in Africa Meetings (DREAM), held in Accra.The forum brought together representatives from Civil Society Organizations, government, political parties, and media, all emphasizing the essential role of unrestricted internet access in promoting a transparent and democratic electoral process.Participants warned that any internet restrictions could erode public trust and compromise the integrity of the elections.On his part, Executive Director of ASEPA, Mensah Thompson called on government to play its part in ensuring the conduct and
Hafiz Hamza Calls For Sustenance Of Peace Amidst Rising Tensions AFRICA NEWS LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - November 4, 2024November 29, 20240 BY: DANIEL ASARE National Secretary of the National Union of Tricycle Operators, Hafiz Hamza has admonished tricycle operators to embrace peace as the country heads to the polls on December 7, 2024. Delivering an address at the investiture of leaders for the Association at Suhum, he further indicated that, peaceful co-existence and harmonious living was crucial to the growth of every society. Without peace, it will not be possible to achieve the levels of trust, cooperation and inclusiveness needed for societies to be resilient to shocks, manage dispute and adapt to changes within their environment. In a bid to sustain peace, before, during and after the country’s eighth general election, members of the National Union of Tricycle Operators Ghana have been entreated to desist