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Keta: Some artisanal fishers in the Keta Municipality of the Volta Region have expressed their approval of the government’s decision to exempt them from the 2025 closed fishing season, which began on July 1. They view this exemption as a relief that will benefit many fishers and their families who rely on fishing for their livelihood during this period. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Prosper Nuworkpor, a fisherman from Tetekope, a suburb of Keta, stated that the government’s decision would positively impact the livelihoods of many fishing communities in the coastal areas. He highlighted that fishers in Keta have

Tarkwa: Mr. Augustin Niber, the Executive Director of the Center for Public Interest Law (CePIL), has emphasized the need for equal opportunities and recognition for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) regardless of their abilities. He highlighted the significant contributions that PWDs can make and the importance of creating an environment that allows them to thrive. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Niber made this appeal during a training program organized by CePIL in collaboration with the National Council on Persons with Disability (NCPD), with support from Oxfam, in the Tarkwa Nsuaem Municipality of the Western Region. The training covered topics such

Accra: The African Union, in collaboration with ECOWAS and the German Development Agency (GIZ), has initiated an urban resilience project focused on enhancing the capacity of cities across West Africa to incorporate climate and disaster risk factors into their urban development planning. According to Ghana News Agency, the project, named ‘Resilience Initiative Africa,’ was introduced during a regional workshop in Accra. Urban leaders and municipal executives from ten West African countries participated in the event, receiving technical training and exchanging ideas on developing climate-resilient cities. Professor Emmanuel Osuteye, Urban Resilience Technical Advisor at the African Union Commission, outlined the project’s

According to ghana news agency:ccording to Ghana News Agency, Dr. Dorvlo addressed the staff, identifying several critical areas needing urgent attention, with quality of care being a top priority. He emphasized that improvements must lead to greater patient satisfaction and highlighted the need for accountability structures and strategic investments in infrastructure, such as bed capacity and power systems. Dr. Dorvlo also stressed positioning HTH as a center for medical tourism, a vision supported by the Ministry of Health. He expressed confidence in the board’s expertise to drive the hospital toward excellence, with the support of staff. Dr. Hintermann Mbroh, the

Accra: Alhaji Osman Abdel-Rahman, Executive Director of the Ghana Developing Communities Association (GDCA), has been recognized with the prestigious Leadership in Capacity Building and Organisational Development award at the 2025 Africa Corporate Summit/Awards, also known as The African Giant Edition. According to Ghana News Agency, the award, presented by Imperial Leo Network Limited, acknowledges Alhaji Abdel-Rahman’s significant contributions to inclusive governance, community-led development, civic engagement, and youth capacity-building in northern Ghana. With over 24 years of experience in the NGO sector and 16 years in public service, Abdel-Rahman has managed a project portfolio exceeding US $1 million annually, focusing on

Benkasa: Nana Agartha Kyeraa, a Priestess and Caretaker of the Benkasa ‘Ntensere shrine’, expressed disappointment in the lack of recognition of local deities and traditional gods in the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving event. She stated that this omission was an affront to Ghanaian culture and tradition, urging the government to issue an unqualified apology and to respect and preserve traditional beliefs and culture, which she described as the foundation of the nation’s religious history. According to Ghana News Agency, Nana Kyeraa, in an interview at Benkasa, emphasized the importance of local deities in maintaining peace and social unity.

Accra: The Tema West Municipal Assembly (TWMA), spearheaded by its Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) Ludwig Teye Totimeh, has taken a significant step in supporting the cultural festivities of the Nungua community by donating essential items for the 2025 annual Homowo festival. The donation included maize, palm oil, Heineken beer, and soft drinks, underscoring the Assembly’s commitment to fostering community ties and celebrating local traditions. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Totimeh expressed a deep sense of responsibility and allegiance to the divisional chiefs, promising to heed their advice and work diligently to address the community’s needs. He emphasized his readiness