Day: September 22, 2025

The Corporate Fun Run: A Legacy of Vision, Purpose, and Unity

Accra: Fifteen years ago, a simple business meeting turned into a defining moment for corporate Ghana. When Ambassador Edward Boateng, then Group CEO of Global Media Alliance, walked into Japan Motors to procure vehicles for his company, he could not have predicted that a casual conversation would give rise to one of the most enduring and inspiring events in the country’s corporate landscape. According to Ghana News Agency, in conversation with Mr. Salem Kalmoni, Managing Director of Japan Motors, the two discovered a shared passion – running. Both men, avid enthusiasts of the sport, were struck by an odd reality:

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India Picks Lessons from Ghana to Advance Resilient Cities for Adolescents Project Implementation

Accra: India has invited a team of experts from Ghana to learn lessons and share experiences on the ‘Resilient Cities for Adolescents’ (RCA) project, being implemented in both countries. According to Ghana News Agency, the Sunyani-based Global Media Foundation (GloMeF), an anti-human rights and media advocacy Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), is implementing the three-year project in both countries. Led by Mr. Raphael Godlove Ahenu, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of GloMeF, the team met with Indian counterparts from the World Resources Institute (WRI) in Jaipur to deliberate and advance the implementation of the project in the South Asian country. The

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Late Nana Gyan-Apenteng Crowns Scholarly Works with ‘What I Choose to Remember’

Accra: Before his passing, the Late Nana Kwasi Gyan-Apenteng, the Apagyahene of Akyem Ati Amanfrom, achieved another scholarly breakthrough by completing the manuscripts of his autobiography, leaving a lasting legacy as an accomplished writer. His family honored his wishes by submitting the manuscripts for publication ahead of his burial, cementing his status as a celebrated journalist, author, and chief. According to Ghana News Agency, the launch of ‘What I Choose to Remember’ at the GNAT Hall was a mixture of celebration and sombre reflection, attended by family, friends, and dignitaries. The Okyehene, Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin, who is also the

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AGI Advocates for Equitable Electricity Tariff Talks to Boost Industry Competitiveness

Accra: Mr Seth Twum-Akwaboah, the Chief Executive Officer of the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI), has urged for equitable and objective electricity tariff negotiations to ensure the competitiveness of Ghanaian companies. He emphasized the significance of balancing the survival of utility companies with the persistent challenge of high energy costs in Ghana. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr Twum-Akwaboah made these remarks at the 2025 AGI Ghana Industrial Summit and Expo, themed ‘Reliable Power and Industrial Growth; Strategies to Unlock Ghana’s Economic Transformation’. He highlighted the necessity for industries to access energy at competitive prices due to fierce competition from

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Plan B FM Hosts Inaugural Osagyefo Day Out for Children in Tema

Accra: Plan B FM, in collaboration with Tema Parents Association School, has hosted the inaugural Osagyefo Day Out for children in commemoration of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah’s 116th birthday. The event attracted participants from over 20 schools within the Tema Metropolis, providing a platform for celebration and learning through various engaging activities. According to Ghana News Agency, the students participated in activities such as watching documentaries and competing in an inter-school quiz competition involving 10 schools, including Tema Parents Association School and St. Steven Anglican. Mrs. Comfort Aniagyei, CEO of Free Minds Communication Company Limited and Plan B FM, highlighted that

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World Patient Safety Day: Parents Urged to Store Medications Properly

Accra: Dr Agnes Twumasi, a Pharmacist at FOCOS Orthopaedic Hospital, has urged parents and caregivers to adhere strictly to manufacturers’ storage instructions when keeping medicines at home to ensure their safety and effectiveness. Speaking at a panel discussion in Accra to mark World Patient Safety Day, Dr Twumasi said medications should be stored in their original containers and locked away, out of the reach of children. According to Ghana News Agency, Dr Twumasi advised parents to read and follow the information on medication leaflets to guide safe administration, emphasising that sharing medicines among children could expose them to harmful risks.

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Lordina Mahama Urges Global Commitment to Prayer for Children’s Well-being

New york: The First Lady, Mrs. Lordina Mahama, has called on nations worldwide to maintain a steadfast commitment to praying for the well-being of children. She emphasized that through prayer and collective action, societies can create environments where every child is safeguarded and empowered to reach their full potential. Mrs. Mahama highlighted that prayer not only strengthens children facing adversity but also empowers parents to strive for their children’s welfare. According to Ghana News Agency, Mrs. Mahama expressed concern that when nations fail to prioritize policies that protect homes, strengthen communities, and nurture youth, children suffer the most. She pointed

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