Day: July 13, 2025

Accra: Professor Dora Francisca Edu-Buandoh, former Pro-Vice Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast and Ghana’s Ambassador Designate to Canada, has called on oncology nurses to treat cancer sufferers as patients, and not clients, and offer all professional etiquettes to them. She urged them to embrace compassion and patient-centered care as a key hallmark of effective leadership in oncology practice. According to Ghana News Agency, she made this passionate appeal during a keynote address at the Fireside Leadership Chat of the Oncology Nurses Leadership Programme (ONLEP) held at the UHAS Trafalgar Campus in Ho. The event, held on Friday, July

Accra: The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) observed this year’s Food Safety Day with an event at the Wa Central Market, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing food safety over profit for traders and consumers. According to Ghana News Agency, the event also engaged students and staff from the Wa Technical Institute to highlight the significance of food safety practices in promoting healthier lives. The FDA encouraged traders to follow food safety measures such as selling products on raised platforms, while urging consumers to ensure that purchased food items are wholesome. Ms. Jocelyn Adeline Egyakwa Amusah, Head of Safety Coordination and

New juaben south: The Ghana Energy Commission has convened a stakeholder engagement in the New Juaben South Municipality to promote energy efficiency and conservation practices among electricity consumers and institutional actors. According to Ghana News Agency, participants included members of the Certified Electrical Wiring Professionals Association, Ghana National Fire Service, Ghana Police Service, Ghana Immigration Service, and electronics retailers. The forum aimed to raise awareness on sustainable energy usage and advocate for responsible consumption behaviours. Addressing the meeting, Mr. Samuel Frimpong, Senior Public Affairs Officer at the Energy Commission, highlighted the importance of energy-conscious decision-making in lowering electricity bills and

Accra: The Management and Workers Union of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) have announced a nationwide revenue mobilisation campaign titled ‘Operation All Must Pay’, with the aim of clearing outstanding customer arrears. According to Ghana News Agency, a statement issued by the ECG revealed that the campaign will run from Monday, July 14, to Friday, July. Dr. Charles Nii Ayiku Ayiku, ECG’s General Manager of External Communication, provided details of the campaign, stating that it targets all customer categories, including residential, commercial, industrial, and government sectors. Dr. Ayiku explained that special teams will be deployed to ensure compliance, with

Koforidua: The newly elected Eastern Regional Chairman of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Mr. Stephen Ampem Darko Koranteng, has emphasized the essential democratic role of journalism, describing it as more than just a profession, but as ‘a pillar of democracy.’ During a swearing-in ceremony in Koforidua, Mr. Koranteng committed to forging strategic partnerships and collaborating with civil society organizations, traditional authorities, and relevant agencies to empower journalists, while ensuring their safety and welfare. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Koranteng articulated his plans to prioritize mentorship and capacity-building for young reporters, promote ethical journalism, and amplify the voice of the

Accra: The newly elected executives of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) in the Upper East Region have been officially sworn in to lead the association for the next three years. According to Ghana News Agency, the swearing-in ceremony was conducted by the Upper East Regional Supervising High Court Judge, His Lordship Justice Charles Gyamfi Danquah, who administered both the Oath of Office and the Oath of Allegiance to the four-member executive team. The new executives include Mr. Albert Sore as Regional Chairman, Mr. Joshua Asaah as Vice Chairman, Mr. Anthony Adongo Apubeo as Secretary, and Mr. Raymond Wegwi as Treasurer.

Bolgatanga: The Upper East Region is preparing fervently to host the 2025 edition of the PANAFEST/Emancipation Day celebration, with the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) leading the charge to ensure a successful and memorable event. According to Ghana News Agency, this year’s event officially begins on the evening of July 17 and includes a durbar of chiefs and people of the region on July 18, at the Pikworo Slave Camp in Nania, near Paga, in the Kassena-Nankana West District. The celebration will feature a blend of cultural, historical, and artistic activities aimed at reflecting on the transatlantic slave trade, showcasing the