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Accra: Players in Ghana’s food value chain will be converging on September 10 at a summit anticipated to shape the future of food production, processing, and consumption in the country. The ‘Sustainable Food Systems Summit’ is to be held at the Accra International Conference Centre, on the theme: ‘Building Resilient Food Systems for Economic Growth, Environmental Sustainability and Nutritional Security.’ According to Ghana News Agency, stakeholders, including government officials, private sector players, farmer groups, researchers, development partners, and civil society organisations, will explore practical pathways to improve policies and regulatory frameworks to promote a favourable environment for agribusiness. Speaking at

Accra: Ghana’s marine and coastal resources are essential to its national prosperity, as emphasized by Madam Abla Dzifa Gomashie, the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts. She spoke at the opening of a three-day national consultation workshop on Ghana’s draft Blue Economy Strategy, highlighting the need for a balanced approach that integrates economic growth with environmental and cultural stewardship. According to Ghana News Agency, the workshop offers an important platform to underscore the significance of ocean resources for collective prosperity. With participation from over 260 representatives across government ministries, civil society, academia, private sector organizations, and development partners, this

Kiev: Kiev dismissed a proposal by Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday, suggesting that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visit Moscow for discussions. Putin mentioned that he had discussed this idea with US President Donald Trump, stating that Trump inquired about the possibility of organizing such a meeting. Putin expressed openness to the proposal, stating Zelensky could come to Moscow if he was prepared, and a meeting could take place. According to Ghana News Agency, Putin made these remarks during a press conference in Beijing, following his four-day visit to China. He suggested that Zelensky’s visit to Moscow could be possible

Accra: The Open-Source Gun Incidence Report of the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA) stated that 54 gun-related violent incidents were recorded in the second quarter of 2025. The report highlights a rising trend in gun-related crimes, with the Ashanti Region experiencing the highest number of incidents at 21. According to Ghana News Agency, the Eastern and Upper East regions followed with eight and seven incidents, respectively. The report, signed by Mr. Carl Nii Anyetei Sowah, the Acting Head of Communications and Media, indicated that gun violence was reported in 11 out of the 16 regions during

Gaza: Dozens of Palestinians were killed in the latest Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip, according to the Palestinian news agency WAFA on Wednesday. Since midnight, a total of 40 people have died in different incidents, with 17 bodies brought to the Shifa Hospital in Gaza City alone, the report said. According to Ghana News Agency, Israel did not initially issue a statement regarding the attacks. Israel consistently emphasizes that it is fighting the Palestinian Islamist Hamas group in the Gaza Strip and aims to spare civilians. The Israeli military announced that before the planned capture of Gaza City, exercises

According to ghana news agency:ccording to Ghana News Agency, the initiative aims to clear traders, hawkers, and drivers who have encroached on pedestrian walkways and major roads near the central market. Mr. Henry Yao Amesimeku, Ho Municipal Coordinating Director, highlighted that the congestion issue originated last year, when commercial vehicles, traders, and food vendors began operating on main streets and walkways, creating significant traffic and safety concerns. Mr. Amesimeku noted that prior attempts to resolve the issue were suspended for various reasons. However, the Assembly resumed discussions with transport unions earlier this year, holding over six meetings with leadership to

Bouna: Mr. Salisu Be-Awuribe, Savannah Regional Minister, has engaged authorities of the Bourkani Region of C´te d’Ivoire to deepen cross-border collaboration following the conflict at Gbinyiri in the Sawla-Tuna-Kalba of the region. According to Ghana News Agency, the Minister, accompanied by Mr. Sorku Kassim Yahuza, Political Coordinator at the Office of the President assigned to the Savannah Region, and Mr. Mahamoud Abdullai, District Chief Executive for Bole, visited Bouna in C´te d’Ivoire. The purpose of the visit was to convey Ghana’s gratitude to the Ivorian Government and people for the humane reception accorded to Ghanaian refugees displaced by the conflict.