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Accra: The North East Gonja District Directorate of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has organised an educational campaign for women groups at Fuu in the Savannah Region. It was to enhance their understanding of the rule of law and empower them to take an active role in the fight against corruption. According to Ghana News Agency, the engagement, supported by the European Union and GIZ, brought together 67 participants made up of market women, hairdressers, tailors, apprentices, and women leaders. It formed part of efforts to promote civic awareness, legal empowerment, and transparency among women, especially those out

Abesim: The Conference of Heads of Health Training Institutions (COHHETI) has called on the government to expedite action for the release of grants to Health Training Institutions (HTIs) under the ‘No-Stress Fees’ Policy. Miss Margaret Mary Alacoque, the President of COHHETI, expressed concerns that prolonged delays in releasing the grant could potentially compromise academic and operational progress in the beneficiary health training institutions. According to Ghana News Agency, Ms. Alacoque made this appeal during the opening session of the 18th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of COHHETI, currently taking place at Abesim, near Sunyani in the Bono Region. The seven-day AGM

Accra: Apostle Dr Philemon Okoh Agyemang, the Founder and Leader of the Living Yahweh 7th Day Sabbath Assemblies, has proposed the establishment of a National Charity Day aimed at supporting the poor and needy in society. He suggests that this day should coincide with the celebration of Founder’s Day on the birthday of the late First President Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, encouraging churches to contribute to those in need, including individuals with visual and physical impairments, widows, and orphans. According to Ghana News Agency, Apostle Dr Okoh Agyemang emphasized the biblical duty of humanity, referencing Deuteronomy 15:7-11, to support the vulnerable.

Twifo attorkrom: Residents of Twifo Attorkrom in the Twifo-Atti-Morkwa District of the Central Region have voiced significant frustration over the poor state of their road, which they have termed a ‘death trap.’ According to Ghana News Agency, the hazardous condition of the road poses a threat to lives, particularly for pregnant women who need to be transported to the hospital during labor. The community has reported tragic incidents, with some women losing their lives due to the inadequate road network. The residents have made an appeal to their Member of Parliament, Mr. David Vondee, and the District Chief Executive, Mr.

Abesim: More than 70,000 health professionals in the country remain unemployed, Miss Margaret Mary Alacoque, the President Conference of Heads of Health Training Institutions (COHHETI) said on Tuesday. She expressed concern about what she described as ‘over the overproduction of general nurses and midwives’ and worried about the continuous establishment of new nursing training colleges in the country. According to Ghana News Agency, Ms. Alacoque made these remarks during the opening session of the 18th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of COHHETI, which is taking place in Abesim, near Sunyani in the Bono Region. The seven-day conference is centered around the

Accra: The fourth edition of the Transport, Haulage and Road Safety (THROSA) Conference and Exhibition will bring together stakeholders to address issues concerning climate action in the transport sector, infrastructure financing, technology, and public safety. Scheduled for November 18-19, 2025, at the National Theatre, the two-day conference will feature a series of activities designed to foster collaboration and innovation in transport safety. According to Ghana News Agency, the conference’s primary goals include promoting a 15% annual reduction in road crashes and pedestrian fatalities, as well as encouraging policy dialogue across various sectors. Additionally, a notable highlight of the event will

Kumasi: The Kumasi High Court Five has refused an injunction application seeking to block the funeral of the late highlife legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu filed by Madam Akosua Serwaah, who claims to the legal wife of the late musician. This gives the Fosu family the full authority to continue with the burial preparations towards the funeral of the deceased slated for December 6, 2025, to be held in Kumasi. According to Ghana News Agency, the verdict follows the withdrawal of an application filed by the first defendant, Abusua Panin Kofi Owusu which sought to challenge the capacity of the plaintiff