Month: December 2023

Residents within the Sekondi Takoradi Metropolis have described the feat chalked by Afua Asantewaa Aduonum, an Entrepreneur and Journalist, as a key motivator to the African woman to set goals and work towards achieving them.

While some are of the view that women are capable of achieving great feat for their families, communities and nations, others believe that the lack of social support systems was hampering women’s efforts in realizing their dreams, self-worth, esteem and confidence.

Afua is a Ghanaian woman, who, with the utmost support of her husband, children, family, a dedicated team, and the entire Ghanaian society, demonstrated her prowess in music by completing a grueling 126 plus hours of nonstop singing to register her name in the Guinness Book of Records.

She challenged the reigning world record holder, Indian national Sunil Waghmare, to break the record.

Madam Josephine Amo, the Executive Director of Concerned Mothers, told the Ghana News Agency that such resilience, born out of sheer commi
tment and dedication to a particular cause, must be the guiding principles for women and girls in particular, and the society in general.

‘Our girl children have enormous potentials and with the right Environment, I believe they can deliver,’ she said, and lauded the achievement of Afua Aduonum.

Mr Emmanuel Opoku, an elder of the Christian Faith Church, said he was particularly enthused about her strong brain power, which enabled her to catch every beat and perfectly sang along.

‘I really appreciate her mental fortitude’, he said.

Nana Adjoa Pew, a writer, described her as an icon worth emulating…’.

‘Afua has the mental strength, stability and agility to withstand all odds and this is particularly encouraging’.
Source: Ghana News Agency

Mr Isaac Kofi Egyir, Director-General of Prisons, has urged officers of the Prisons Services to continue to remain vigilant and extra alert during the festive season.

‘Let us be mindful of our personal security and that of our families during these periods,’ he said.

The Director-General in a Christmas message said: ‘May the joy of this festive season renew our commitment to working together to achieve our goal’.

He expressed gratitude and appreciation to all officers for the exemplary humanity shown, and the display of unmeasured fortitude and diligence in executing their duties.

He said though the year had been challenging, they had proven to be resilient and discharged their duties diligently.

During the Christmas period, the Director-General held a party for children around Local Prison Community and fed the inmates of the facility.

It is an annual event to celebrate the season outside Accra with officers and their children.

A total of 200 children were fed and treated to good music.

Prizes were
awarded to winners and runners-up of various competitions, including musical chairs, bottle filling, apple hunt, spelling, and dancing.
Source: Ghana News Agency

Mr Pius Enam Hadzide, National Youth Authority Boss, has pledged to make Asuogyaman a tourism hub in the Eastern Region and Ghana as a whole when elected as the member of parliament for the area.

Speaking at an interdenominational thanksgiving ceremony at Atimpoku, he said the tourism potentials of the area, when fully harnessed, would create jobs for the youth.

Asuogyaman had the fauna and flora to paint a distinct picture of tourist attraction to the world, adding: ‘I will make Asuogyaman Ghana’s tourism hub when I become your MP’.

He mentioned the iconic Adomi Bridge and its Gardens Canopy walkway, Akosombo Dam, the Akwamu Forest Reserve and the unique species of birds there, the Volta Lake, Kpong Dam, and the peninsula canopy walk, as being among the many tourists attraction sites.

Mr Hadzide, the NPP parliamentary candidate for Asuogyaman, said those sites would be upgraded and rebranded to attract more tourists to create job opportunities.

He said he would ensure mechanized irrigation systems were
provided to boost Agriculture, which is the main economic activity of the people, and hoped they would support him to get the nod.

Mr Hadzide said he was in touch with some investors to establish a nursing training school in the district in addition to the agenda 111 hospital under construction at Apeguso.

Nana Abrokwa Asare, the National Premix Fuel Administrator, who contested in the primary, declared his support for Mr Hadzide and called on the electorate to vote massively for the New Patriotic Party come 2024.
Source: Ghana News Agency

Mr Kwabena Obeng, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of K.P.S. Company Limited, dealers in mining equipment, has been enstooled as the Head of the Aduana Royal Family (Abusuapanin) of Sefwi Anhwiaso Traditional Area.

With the stool name Nana Kwabena Obeng Il, he is to act on behalf of his elder brother, Nana Kofi Kyem II, who has a health condition.

Abusuapanin Obeng, also the new chief of Pataboso, was outdoored at a colourful ceremony with customs and tradition at play, attended by Ogyeahoho Yaw Gyebi ll, Abakomahene, Nana Kojo Somiah ll, Krontihene of Sefwi Anhwiaso Traditional Area, and Nana Kofi Anarfi ll, among others.

Nana Kyem advised the new Family Head to be submissive, humble and respectful to his Chief, elders and the people.

He asked him to serve diligently and with integrity, and also learn the traditions of the family to enable him to leave a good legacy as Abusuapanin.

Nana Kyem called on his family and members of the Anhwiaso Traditional Council to give him their full support and respect
him as their Abusuapanin.

He urged them to unite for peace and development.

The new Family Head, Nana Obeng, in brief remarks expressed appreciation to his elder brother, the family and members of the Anhwiaso Traditional Council and Sefwi Pataboso for the honour done him.

He pledged his commitment to cooperating with the chiefs and all stakeholders to facilitate infrastructural development of the area.
Source: Ghana News Agency

Mr Timothy Dotsey, Administrator, Ho Technical University has urged Ghanaians to prioritise rail transportation for economic growth and connectivity.

The move, he said would help facilitate the movement of people and goods and reduce traffic congestion, carbon emissions and also reduce cost on fossil fuel.

Mr Dotsey who is also Research and Business Consultant, Social and Economic advocate, in an interaction with the Ghana News Agency, said rail transport served as a backbone for transportation which helped in offering effective, sustainable and mass transit solutions, and should be prioritised.

‘High cost of rent in the cities of the country was due to the congestion as a result of lack of reliable and timely transport system in the areas,’ he added.

He added that developed nations such as Japan, Germany, and others who utilised the rail transport system served them as a linchpin of their development strategies with the efficiency of moving goods which helped as the pivotal in bolstering economic growth
and global competitiveness.

Mr Dotsey also mentioned that the efficiency of rail transport would not only ease the burden on roads, but also contribute significantly to environmental conservation by promoting a greener mode of transport.

‘The ability to transport goods swiftly and cost effective in enhancing market accessibility and competitiveness, facilitating industrial growth and bolstering supply chain.’

He said that the country faced multifaceted infrastructure challenges, adding ‘an intensive and efficient rail network stand as a beacon of hope.’

Mr Dotsey explained that country stood at the brink of unparalleled economic and societal advancement after enhancing the transformative potential of a rail transport system.

He said the envisioned rail system was not merely tracks and trains, but rather symbolises empowerment for rural community which would enhance market access for entrepreneurs and sustainable pathways for economic growth.

Mr Dotsey also appealed to the government to extend the constr
uction of the railway in the country for easy accessibility.
Source: Ghana News Agency

100KForGhana,’ a Non- Governmental Organisation, (NGO), has undertaken free health screening for residents of Central Tongu to ensure they enjoyed good personal health.

The NGO focuses on ensuring better access to healthcare, education, personal development, and improving the social economy across Ghana.

The exercise, the third in a series after the maiden one in 2021, was, among other things, to check the health status of residents and provide the necessary treatment.

The people were screened for Blood Pressure (BP), Body Mass Index (BMI), Blood Glucose, and eye defects among other ailments.

It was also an opportunity to bring the community together to fraternize as part of the Christmas festivities.

Mr Enoch Antwi, the Director and Founder of the organisation, told the Ghana News Agency (GNA)that the organisation remained focused on Impact Funding Initiatives across various industrial sectors in Ghana.

‘Our mission is to create a thriving economy by providing meaningful job opportunities and better a
ccess to healthcare, education, and personal development for Ghanaians,’ he said.

He revealed that the NGO would continue to engage the youth to give them some form of skills training.

Mr Antwi said any support from individuals and groups in Ghana and the diaspora was welcomed.

‘A 100K is a symbolic number and my very minimum estimation tells me we have more than 100,000 people who can contribute to our organisation for the needed job creation and infrastructure development of our country.’

Dr Sarah Davies, a Medical Doctor at the Pediatric Unit, 37 Military Hospital, who joined the team, told the GNA that blood pressure remained an issue, which called for action to address.

She urged residents to take advantage of the Health Insurance Policy to regularly check their health status.

Togbe Agu Asamoah-Koenta III, chief of Mafi-Dove, who represented Togbe Kwasinyi Kakaklolo Agyeman V, the ‘Dufia’ of Mafi-Adidome, commended the organisers for their continuous show of love to his people.

‘I may say you are
the representative of Jesus Christ. We appreciate your support and love for our communities,’ he said.

He tasked residents of the various communities to prioritise their health needs and called for more support in future endeavours.

Residents came from Adidome and surrounding villages such as Awakpedome, Bakpa, Tsawla, and Amelekope.

They were provided free drugs while their health insurance cards were renewed.

The event saw hundreds of participants at the Adidome Old District Assembly premises, with some of the beneficiaries commending the organisers for the intervention.
Source: Ghana News Agency

The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has climaxed its 50th anniversary celebration with a buffet dinner and awards night in Accra.

The night was to recognize and reward the efforts of hardworking staff for their unwavering commitment and support towards the growth and development of the tourism industry, and for ensuring the smooth execution of all policies and initiatives introduced within the year.

Mr Akwesi Agyeman, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the GTA, said the relentless efforts of staff of the GTA across the country had contributed to the successes achieved so far in the industry and need to be recognized.

He said the endless efforts of these individuals had been evident in various projects that were successfully commissioned within the year.?

‘The GTA has been very dedicated to promoting tourism in Ghana. This year we have not only managed to establish one of the state’s most visited tourist sites in Accra, which is the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park but also when you go to other regions, we have br
ought many tourist sites to life.’

Mr Agyeman added that various infrastructural development at some tourist sites were also ongoing in places like Paga, and Salaga, and Bonwiere museum would also be a commissioned in some few weeks.

He encouraged all staff to continue to work together to promote tourism in Ghana and paid glowing tribute to pioneers and staff who were working hard to keep Ghana at the top of tourism destinations.

‘As we reflect on the past achievement on the Ghana Tourism Authority, we look forward to future filled with endless possibilities.’

Deputy Minister for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mr Mark Okraku Mantey, said 50 years of promoting tourism in Ghana required a lot of passion and dedication to be made possible.

He commended the President for giving the Ministry the conducive environment to freely operate and make Ghana a globally recognized tourism destination.

He stated that this milestone gives the Ministry a reason to celebrate and appreciate all who have played a role in making
this possible. ‘This milestone serves as a testament to the authority’s resilience in enhancing Tourism in Ghana.’

‘As we celebrate this Golden Jubilee let us re- affirm our dedication to promoting Tourism in Ghana. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the GTA and its stakeholders. May the next 50 years be a testament to our commitment and dedication to making Ghana a number one go to tourism destination.’

The awards were presented in batches, in

accordance to the ‘Best Performing Staff from each Department’, followed by the ‘Best Performing Staff From Each Region’, ‘Best Regional Office’, ‘Longest Serving Staff’, ‘CEO Special Award’ and the ‘Best Performing Department’.

In all 34 staff members across the country were awarded.
Source: Ghana News Agency

The second edition of the Yilo Krobo Annual Homecoming Summit has been marked with a call on all indigenes to get on board for development.

The summit, in addition to serving as a forum to exchange ideas to advance development, was also to honour residents who had distinguished themselves in various fields of endeavour.

Among those honoured were Mr Eric Tetteh, the MCE of Yilo Krobo, recognised for being the driving force behind the homecoming programme.

The MCE urged all from Yilo Krobo both home and abroad, to join hands in the development of the municipality.

Mr Albert Tetteh Nyarkotey, the Member of Parliament for Yilo Krobo, noted that the first edition of the summit resulted gaining funds for the construction of the Akutunya Lorry Park at Somanya, which was over 70 percent complete.

He said the area faced a myriad of challenges, which called for concerted efforts to bring relief to the people, pledging to collaborate with the MCE for development.

Oklepeme Anorbah Sasraku, Konor of Yilo Krobo Trad
itional Area, noted that strategic planning was critical to ensuring a holistic development of the area.
Source: Ghana News Agency