Day: September 17, 2025

Dabillipuo: Dressed in a torn yellow shirt with a matching pair of brown shorts, little Desmond walked with excitement on a bright Monday morning to school. Squeezed into a dual desk meant for two but holding four pupils, with his books tucked in a black polythene bag, he looked eager to learn. Beside him sat eight-year-old Jocelyne, clad in a patched brown dress and worn slippers, sharing another overcrowded desk with three classmates. These children reflect the struggles of more than 200 pupils in Dabillipuo and nearby communities who defy poverty, inadequate infrastructure, and unsafe classrooms to pursue education. According

Accra: Philanthropy, an act of charity and support for humanity, plays a crucial role in community mobilization and driving development among local people. It serves as a catalyst for positive change and progress across various sectors. According to Ghana News Agency, philanthropic efforts in education have led to the establishment of schools, accommodation for teachers, provision of teaching and learning materials, and scholarships for children, especially those from poor backgrounds, enabling them to access quality education. Philanthropy embodies the noble endeavor of advancing human welfare and nurturing the well-being of humanity through generous donations of time, financial resources, goods, or

Fumso: Mrs. Patience Baffoe-Bonnie, Director General of Prisons, has paid a working visit to the newly established Prison Officers Training School at Fumso in the Ashanti Region. The visit focused on assessing the facility’s readiness and improving the welfare of officers and trainees. According to Ghana News Agency, Mrs. Baffoe-Bonnie, accompanied by the Acting Commandant, Deputy Director of Prisons Justice Essumang, inspected key areas including dormitories, washrooms, the infirmary, kitchen, and officers’ accommodation. She identified areas requiring improvement to ensure a conducive environment for training. With 800 Prison Support Assistants currently undergoing training, the school is active with daily drills,

Accra: The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of Ghana has announced a significant reduction in the monetary policy rate, slashing it by 350 basis points to 21.5 percent from the previous rate of 25 percent. The decision was driven by the ongoing disinflation process. According to Ghana News Agency, Dr. Johnson Asiama, the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, explained during a press conference that the committee anticipates continued easing of inflation in the near term. This outlook was arrived at after the 126th MPC meeting, where recent economic developments were evaluated, and risks to the inflation and

Accra: Mr Yussif Issaka Jajah, Deputy Minister for Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to developing Ghana’s film industry. He stated, “Film is not only entertainment but a mirror of our society, a vessel of our heritage, and a bridge to the world. Our stories deserve to be told, across Africa and beyond.” According to Ghana News Agency, speaking at the National Film Industry Dialogue held in Accra, Mr Jajah emphasized the government’s intention to position the creative sector as a strategic pillar for economic transformation, cultural preservation, and global influence. The event, organized by the

Accra: The Chamber of Cannabis Industry Ghana has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Vermont State University (VTSU) in the United States to strengthen research, training, and knowledge exchange in the country’s emerging cannabis sector. According to Ghana News Agency, the agreement marks a significant international collaboration since Ghana legalized cannabis for medicinal and industrial purposes. This partnership is expected to provide capacity-building opportunities for Ghanaian entrepreneurs, students, and professionals. The MOU was signed by Mr. Mark G. Darko, Chief Executive Officer of the Chamber of Cannabis Industry Ghana, and Dr. Philip Lamy, Professor of Sociology and Anthropology and

Accra: The Agona West Municipal Assembly has disbursed a total of GHC113,500 to 79 People with Disabilities (PWDs) to assist with their daily needs. This allocation is a portion of the District Assembly Common Fund (DACF) dedicated to supporting PWDs and their families. According to Ghana News Agency, the recipients received amounts ranging between GHC1,000 and GHC2,000, while those pursuing further education were granted GHC4,000 each to aid their academic pursuits. During the disbursement ceremony, Mr. Eric Gyamfi Odoom, the Agona West Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), emphasized the government’s commitment, under President John Mahama, to improving the quality of life