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Accra: The Paramount Chief and President of the Som© Traditional Council, Togbui Adama III, has expressed dissatisfaction over government officials’ engagements with Assembly Members in the area without the involvement of traditional authorities. Speaking during a courtesy call by the Volta Regional Minister, Mr. James Gunu, as part of his working tour of the Ketu South Municipality, Togbui Adama highlighted that chiefs had been sidelined, especially during community crises such as the recent tidal wave disasters at Gavedzi, Salakofe, and Amutinu. According to Ghana News Agency, Togbui Adama noted that relief and support interventions by government officials were often coordinated

Bibiani: Mr Sebastian Obeng, the Bibiani Anhwaiso Bekwai Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), has called on stakeholders to support the ‘Tree for Life’ initiative to revitalise the green environment in the municipality. He stated that trees were the backbone of the ecosystem, providing oxygen, shade, and habitat for countless species, including humans. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr Obeng emphasized that by planting and nurturing trees, the community could improve air quality, prevent soil erosion, and support biodiversity. Speaking to the agency in an interview, he highlighted the ‘Tree for Life’ initiative’s recognition of the vital role trees play in sustaining

Kete-Krachi: World Vision’s Kete-Krachi Cluster has donated various items to support the maiden Teachers’ Awards in Krachi West of the Oti Region. The initiative aims to honor local educators for their dedication and contributions to community development. According to Ghana News Agency, the donation includes 32-inch Nasco televisions, refrigerators, gas cylinders, standing fans, and a solar system with FM/MP3 functionality. These contributions are intended to motivate educators by acknowledging their hard work and commitment. The Cluster Manager, Mr. August Nyaaba, highlighted the significance of recognizing teachers’ efforts, stating that they are the backbone of any society. He emphasized that such

Tema Newtown: The Nutifafafia Hadzihaga of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church (EPCG), Tema Newtown, has celebrated its thirtieth anniversary with a choral concert. The celebration, themed ‘With Harmonious Heart, Sing Praises to God’, aimed to encourage Christians to use songs as a medium of socialization and to strengthen bonds with their brethren. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Benjamin Adjie-Afenu, the host pastor for EPCG, Nutifafafia, stated that the choral concert was organized as part of their anniversary to evangelize to people through songs. He emphasized that songs are beneficial for the soul and enable individuals to reflect on the goodness

Dakar: Africa receives more than $100 billion each year in remittances and billions more in philanthropic contributions. These financial flows are now being recognised as powerful tools that can drive gender equality and inclusive growth across the continent. This was the central message at a regional conference held in Dakar from June 2 to 3, 2025. According to Ghana News Agency, the event, co-hosted by UN Women and the Ford Foundation, brought together more than 150 participants from government, finance, technology, philanthropy, and civil society. The forum focused on how remittances and philanthropic capital could be redirected as long-term investments

Accra: Prophet Stephen Adom Kyei-Duah, Founder and Leader of the Believers Worship Centre, has paid a courtesy call on the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Asante Akim South, Maame Sarfoah Appiah, to explore avenues for deepening collaboration between the Church and the Municipal Assembly. The meeting was held in a warm and cordial atmosphere, with both parties engaging in a productive dialogue centered on matters of mutual interest, particularly community development, youth empowerment, and faith-based support for socio-economic progress. According to Ghana News Agency, discussions also highlighted the role of religious institutions in advancing moral values, strengthening social interventions, and

Upper West Region: The Community Aid for Rural Development (CARD-Ghana) has trained members of the She Leads Social Movement, a network of young advocates, in leadership and advocacy skills, equipping them to drive positive change in their communities. The initiative, under the She Leads project, aims to bridge the gender inequality gap in society by unlocking the potential of girls and young women. According to Ghana News Agency, some members of the She Leads Social Movement, representatives from youth-led organizations, including Curious Minds Ghana, and girls and young women from tertiary institutions in the region, as well as the She