Category: News

Accra: Harley Reed, an international professional services firm, in partnership with Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, has organised a free breast cancer screening to promote early detection and prevention. According to Ghana News Agency, the exercise, held in Adabraka with support from the Oncology Department of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, also aimed to raise awareness, share experiences, and connect participants with breast cancer survivors. October is globally marked as Breast Cancer Awareness Month to promote early detection, support research, and improve treatment outcomes. Mrs Edith Uyovbukerhi, Country Director of Harley Reed Ghana, expressed that the initiative was driven by the company’s

Accra: The Agyeman-Rawlings and allied families have announced an initiative for the public to contribute tributes in memory of former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings. Those interested in participating are requested to email their tributes to [email protected]. According to Ghana News Agency, a statement from the Agyeman-Rawlings Family invites friends and members of the public to share their experiences with the former First Lady. Contributions can include photographs and videos, images of 31st December Women’s Movement schools and institutions, and any random photographs from events. The statement also provides an option for delivering hard copies of tributes. These can

Adidome: The Anlo Dukor Council, in collaboration with the Mafi Traditional Council, has celebrated a Mini Hogbetsotso festival at Adidome in the Central Tongu District of the Volta Region, to strengthen unity among Ewe-speaking communities and promote cultural preservation and development. According to Ghana News Agency, the annual event was themed ‘Building Bridges: From Common History to a Common Destiny,’ and it brought together traditional authorities, cultural groups, government officials, opinion leaders, and residents from across Anlo and Mafi. The aim was to reaffirm the shared ancestral bond that ties Ewes together as one people. Professor Ferdinand Makafui Ahiakpor, Chairman

Tema: The TDC Ghana Limited, led by Managing Director Courage Nunekpeku, has initiated a significant revenue collection effort targeting companies and establishments that have defaulted on ground rent payments for several years. The initiative aims to recover substantial debts from various entities, including churches, schools, companies, hotels, and industries, some of which have been in arrears for up to a decade. According to Ghana News Agency, the collection drive has already resulted in several establishments, such as Naky’s Hotel, Amaris Terminal, the Tema Mall, and Datus School, making payments to demonstrate their commitment to settling their debts. The operation involved

Sunyani: The Bono Regional Police command has arrested a 20-year-old young man for unlawful possession of firearms and narcotics. Suspect Collins Kyeremeh was arrested at Odomase in the Sunyani West Municipality, presently in police custody aiding investigations. According to Ghana News Agency, a statement issued and signed by Chief Inspector Thomas Akeelah, the Public Relations Officer of the Bono Regional Police Administration, said the suspect was arrested based on police intelligence. It said the police conducted a search in the suspect’s residence and discovered quantities of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp in a bag hidden on the ceiling

Accra: The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has expressed condolences to the family of the late Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, describing her as a symbol of courage and leadership. According to Ghana News Agency, in a statement issued in Accra, the Chief Executive Officer, management, and staff of the GTA said her extraordinary vision, resilience, and passionate advocacy had left an indelible mark on Ghana’s social and political landscape. ‘Nana Konadu was not only a remarkable First Lady but also a trailblazer in women’s empowerment and national development. Her contributions have enriched the lives of countless Ghanaians, and her legacy will continue

Accra: The Canoe and Fishing Gear Owners Association of Ghana (CaFGOAG) has engaged the Regional Maritime University (RMU) to explore areas of collaboration aimed at strengthening capacity building, research, and innovation in the small-scale fisheries sector. The engagement brought together representatives of the RMU’s management, faculty members, and executives of the association, with discussions centred on potential partnership opportunities in areas such as safety and security training for artisanal fishers and technology transfer, to promote sustainable fishing practices. According to Ghana News Agency, Nana Kweigyah, the President of CaFGOAG, emphasized the importance of collaboration between academic institutions and coastal communities.