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Advocate for Indigenous Freight Forwarders Commends Mahama for Tema Port Expansion, Says Project Boosting Jobs and 24-Hour Economy

The Advocate for Indigenous Freight Forwarders has applauded President John Dramani Mahama for the foresight that led to the expansion of the Tema Port, describing the project as a turning point for Ghana’s maritime sector and a major boost to indigenous freight forwarding businesses. In a statement signed by its […]

Cuts to Nurses’ Allowance, Neglected Rural Health Promises Worrying Signs for 2026 — Dr. Agyemang Warns

The Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South, Dr. Kingsley Agyemang, has raised concerns about the future of rural healthcare delivery and the welfare of health workers following what he calls “troubling omissions” in the 2026 budget. Addressing journalists during a post-budget interaction, Dr. Agyemang said the government has failed to […]

Suaman District Assembly Supports Persons With Disabilities With Income-Generating Items

…Beneficiaries Receive Fridges, Fufu-Making Machines and Financial Support The Suaman District Assembly has extended critical livelihood support to Persons Living With Disabilities (PWDs) as part of its commitment to improving their economic independence and overall well-being. At a brief ceremony held at the Dadieso–Enchi Station on Thursday, November 20, 2025, […]

Google Launches AI Skilling Blueprint as Part of Broader Africa-Focused AI Initiatives 

Google has launched its AI Skilling Blueprint for Africa, a comprehensive policy roadmap designed to help governments build a future-proof workforce. The launch is the centerpiece of a broader set of Africa-focused AI initiatives announced today to accelerate innovation and close the continent’s critical skills gap. The announcements come as […]

Success of Ghana’s educational reforms hinges on the empowerment of school heads – Dr. Kingsley Agyemang

The Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South, Hon. Dr. Kingsley Agyemang, has called for a renewed national commitment to empowering heads of basic schools, describing school leadership as “the hinge upon which the entire educational enterprise turns.” He made the call when he delivered the keynote address as Special Guest […]

Forestry Commission Rejoinder Raises More Questions Than Answers

The Forestry Commission’s recent rejoinder, dated 19th November 2025, claiming to “set the records straight” on the Techimantia case, has sparked more controversy than clarity, leaving several critical questions unanswered about the ongoing under-invoicing of auctioned lumber in regional offices. While the Commission insists the Techimantia incident was an isolated […]