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The Ablekuma West Municipal Coordinating Director, Mr. Samuel Amoah, has called on young people to prioritize education and personal development, warning against the dangers of gambling, social media distractions, and moral decay. Speaking at the 68th Independence Day celebration at Karikari Park in Dansoman, Mr. Amoah emphasized that Ghana’s future depends on disciplined, educated, and morally upright youth. Addressing students, he highlighted the importance of education in securing a better future, urging them to avoid teenage pregnancy, drug abuse, and excessive use of social media, particularly TikTok. “Education is the key to unlocking your potential. Do not let distractions like bad friends and social media ruin your future,” he cautioned. Mr. Amoah also expressed concern about the growing influence of sports betting among young people, describing it as a dangerous habit that could lead to addiction and financial ruin. “Instead of gambling your future away, invest in your educ...

The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) and the UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA) have intensified efforts to combat romance fraud, urging victims and the public to report suspected fraudsters through their new dedicated hotlines. With Ghana becoming a hub for online scams, particularly romance fraud, the two agencies have launched the Report Sakawa phoneline ( 0547-491-491 ) and a toll-free number ( 0800-910-910 ) to encourage victims and witnesses to report fraudulent activities. Romance fraudsters use deception to build emotional connections with victims, eventually manipulating them into sending money or personal details. The financial and emotional toll on victims is severe, and in some cases, these crimes are linked to money laundering and human trafficking. EOCO and the NCA's Fraud Reporting Campaign will include roadside billboards, social media outreach, and community engagement to raise awareness and make reporting easier. The campaign aims to educate the publ...

Jospong Group of Companies (JGC) and The Gambia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to replicate its African tailored waste management solution in The Gambia. This move is seen as an "African solution to an African challenge."  The signing ceremony was led by the Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Natural Resources, Honourable Rohey John Manjang and Dr Joseph Siaw Agyepong, Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group, at a brief but significant ceremony in Accra on Monday, March 3, 2025. According to Madam Manjang, there was the need for Africa to devise homegrown solutions to its challenges, stating her ambition to build a waste treatment plant in The Gambia within six months through a Public Private Partnership (PPP) arrangement. "I know, for Africa to go forward with our limited resources, we need to be innovative in making sure that we fix our problems. We cannot just say that we do not have money,” she said. This follows a five-day duty tour of the ...

The Chief Executive of the Millennium Development Authority (MiDA), Alexander Kofi-Mensah Mould, has assured Ghanaians that the resolutions from the National Economic Dialogue (NED) will be implemented and not left to gather dust. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the dialogue, Mr. Mould emphasized that MiDA, as the government’s Project Implementation Unit (PIU), is fully prepared to oversee cross-ministry and cross-sectoral projects. He affirmed that the dialogue would not be another talk shop but a catalyst for real economic transformation. “MiDA is committed to ensuring that resolutions from the dialogue translate into tangible, game-changing projects, including other transformational projects in the NDC’s manifesto,” he stated. The National Economic Dialogue is structured around six thematic areas crucial to Ghana’s economic transformation. Subject matter experts are leading discussions in breakout sessions, generating practical solutions that MiDA is prepared to implem...

Dr. Gameli Dominic Hoedoafia officially assumed office as the Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation (IMCCoD) on Monday, February 17, 2025, following a formal handover ceremony at the IMCCoD Secretariat. This transition marks a significant milestone in Ghana’s decentralisation agenda and reaffirms the government’s commitment to strengthening local governance structures. The IMCCoD, established in 2010, serves as the central institutional mechanism for inter-sectoral policy coordination on decentralisation and local governance. Its mandate is to ensure that Ghana’s local government system is effectively administered to drive rapid development through accelerated decentralisation and efficient service delivery. Commitment to Decentralisation and Local Governance During the handover ceremony, the outgoing Executive Secretary, Mr. Dennis Edward Aboagye, expressed confidence in His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama’s decision to appoin...

The Minister for Environment, Science, and Technology (MEST), Hon. Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening Ghana’s plastic waste management sector. Speaking during a visit to selected plastic recycling companies under the Establishing a Circular Economy Framework for the Plastic Sector in Ghana (CEF-PS) project, he emphasized the need to expand recycling facilities across the country and ensure a fair regional distribution of resources. Dr. Murtala Muhammed noted that while grants and support have been extended to plastic waste management entities, most of these beneficiaries are concentrated in Accra. Out of 11 applicants, eight were approved, with only one facility located outside the capital in the Central Region. He questioned why no such initiatives exist in the Ashanti Region or Northern Ghana, despite the nationwide plastic waste crisis. “Accra generates about 60% of Ghana’s plastic waste, but that doesn’t mean other regions shou...

Tensions are rising in Kyebi following the Okyenhene, Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin’s controversial decision to introduce an armed land guard group alongside a task force to protect the Birim River. The move, which directly violates Ghana’s Vigilantism and Related Offences Act, 2019 (Act 999), has sparked fear and outrage among miners and residents. Leading the vigilante group is the notorious land guard commander, Abass Sakini, who was personally introduced to sub-chiefs by the Okyenhene. Sources indicate that these land guards have been tasked with asserting control over mining operations in the area. However, their aggressive tactics have been met with strong resistance, with some miners reportedly arming themselves in fear of violent confrontations. Okyenhene’s Move Violates Ghanaian Law The formation of this armed group stands in direct contradiction to Act 999, which strictly prohibits the establishment and operation of vigilante groups, including land guards. The law states: Proh...

The President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Mr. Kurt Okraku, led the Black Stars’ technical team to pay a courtesy call on the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Hon. Kofi Adams, on Monday afternoon. The visit was aimed at introducing the newly assembled technical team to the Minister and seeking his support as they prepare for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Welcoming the delegation, Hon. Kofi Adams emphasized the need for collective effort to ensure the success of the national team. He assured them of his open-door policy and encouraged them to seek his intervention whenever necessary. “I urge you all to work together and do your best to secure Ghana’s qualification for the 2026 World Cup,” the Minister stated. Among the delegation were head coach Otto Addo, technical director Winfried Schäfer, and assistant coach Desmond Ofei. The meeting reaffirmed the government's commitment to supporting the Black Stars in their quest to qualify for the next Wor...