Day: October 22, 2024

The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) together with relevant stakeholders have launched the National Child Online Protection (COP) Framework in Accra. Developed in alignment with the initiatives of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and UNICEF, the framework is designed to provide a safe and empowering online experience for children across our nation. The framework encapsulates a comprehensive approach, recognising the diverse aspects of online safety and addressing the unique challenges children face in the digital landscape. The Second Lady, Mrs Hajia Samira Bawumia said the framework was urgently needed to protect children in the digital world through a multi-faceted approach, focusing

Ghana marked the first-ever international day of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) in Accra, highlighting the socio-economic benefits of the country’s living heritage. The event, organized by the National Folklore Board (NFB) with support from UNESCO, brought together cultural custodians, government representatives, and stakeholders to reflect on the theme for the celebration dubbed, ‘The socio-economic benefits of living heritage in Ghana.’ Professor Abdullai Salifu Asuro, Board Chair, NFB, said Ghana’s ICH, was not just as a source of pride, but as a ‘vital aspect of our identity.’ He said Ghana’s cultural legacy, including its ‘customs, oral histories, performing arts, rituals, and

Mrs Edith Penelope Arhin, the Deputy Commissioner of Ghana Immigration Service, Kotoka International Airport (KIA), commended the Women in Aviation International (WIA), Ghana Chapter for creating a space that uplifts and empowers young girls. She urged the young girls to use the opportunity to learn and connect with accomplished professionals, whose stories could inspire their journey. Mrs Arhin, who is also the Regional Commander, KIA, was speaking at the 10th Girls in Aviation Day observed at Kotoka International Airport (KIA) on the theme: ”Mentor, Inspire and Empower Girls.” The Day is celebrated globally by the various Chapters of WAI to

The Living Yahweh 7Th Day Sabbah Assemblies has held its 2024 Annual Atonement and Charity Show Crusade with a call on the leaders of the country to fix a National Day to donate to the less privileged in the society. The three-day crusade was on the theme: ‘But as for you, you meant evil against me, but ELOHIM YAHWEH intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives (Genesis 50:20)’. As it is embodied in their Christian duty and corporate social responsibility, the church presented an array of donations to over 1,000 recipients

The Independent Non-Denominational Council, Ghana (INDeC-Ghana) has celebrated its fifth anniversary with a launch of a book titled ‘Is God NDC or NPP’ for Ghanaians, especially Christians to make informed election decision. The 30-page book provides the reader with the background ideologies of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP) with their present and past leaders since the inception of the Fourth Republican Constitution. It was authored by Rev Professor Clement Owusu Sarpong, the Chairman of INDeC-Ghana; President of Word Alive Bible College, and Head Pastor of Word Alive Revival Church at Fise, in the Ga

French President Emmanuel Macron will make a state visit to Morocco from October 28 to 30 to relaunch bilateral relations. According to a statement by the Ministry of the Royal Household, Protocol and Chancellery ‘at the invitation of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, His Excellency Mr. Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic, and his wife, Madame Brigitte Macron, will pay a state visit to the Kingdom of Morocco, from Monday October 28 to Wednesday October 30, 2024’. ‘This visit reflects the depth of bilateral relations, based on a deep-rooted and solid partnership, and the shared determination of the two

Ms Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has called for increasing women in top leadership positions, arguing that it will boost global peace and development. She said this during a side event, ‘IMF Inspired’ conversation with Claire Shipman, journalist and author of women empowerment and leadership books, including ‘Womenomics: Work Less, Achieve More’ and ‘The Power Code: More Joy, Less Ego, Maximum Impact for women and everyone’. The event, which was on the theme, ‘Women, power, and leadership,’ is part of discussions at the ongoing 2024 IMF/World Bank Group (WBG) Annual Meetings in Washington, DC,