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Malawian Government Launches Irrigation Farming Projects to Boost Food Security

The Government of Malawi, through the Ministry of Agriculture, has launched irrigation farming projects aimed at boosting food security and supporting over 10,000 smallholder farmers. Agriculture Minister Sam Kawale inspected the Bwanje Valley and Nambuna irrigation schemes in Dedza, expressing satisfaction with the ongoing progress and reaffirming the government’s commitment to sustainable farming practices.

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GTEC Announces Unaccredited Study Centres for the Universities in Ghana

The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has issued a public notice warning prospective students and parents about unaccredited study centres affiliated with some major universities, including UCC, UDS, and UEW. The release cautions that enrolment in programmes at these centres is at the applicants’ own risk, as the centres lack official accreditation.

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Ghana U-15 Performance in the CAF African Schools Championship

Ghana’s U-15 boys football team is off to a strong start at the 2025 CAF African Schools Championship, recording three straight wins against Uganda, South Africa, and Algeria. With standout performances and clean sheets by goalkeeper Faith Afadzinu, the team is showcasing Ghana’s promising youth football talent.

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Government Ready to Upgrade GES Deputy Directors to Director Status

Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, Minister of Education, has announced the government’s readiness to promote GES Deputy Directors to Director status. Speaking at the launch of the Free Sanitary Pads initiative, he confirmed President John Mahama’s directive to resolve longstanding promotion delays caused by lack of office space.

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Old Tafo MP Files Motion to Injunct the Suspension of Chief Justice Torkornoo

Hon. Vincent Ekow Assafuah, MP for Old Tafo, has filed a motion seeking an injunction against the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo. In his suit dated April 24, Assafuah argues that the President’s actions – based on unnotified petitions – violate Article 146 of the Constitution, rendering the process null and void.

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World Bank and IMF Host Meeting for Young Members of Parliament

Young Members of Parliament (MPs) from across the globe gathered in Washington, D.C. on April 23, 2025, for a high-level meeting hosted by the World Bank and the IMF. The event, part of the 2025 Spring Meetings, focused on youth-led solutions to global challenges like job creation, social protection, and conflict resolution.

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Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) Hosts 2025 Annual Conference in Ho

The Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) has held its 2025 Annual Conference in Ho, Volta Region. Addressing key stakeholders, Deputy Finance Minister Hon. Thomas Nyarko Ampem outlined sweeping public financial reforms, including the integration of GHANEPS and GIFMIS, a payroll cleanup excercise.

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“I Could’ve Sold Clothes or Tyres If It Weren’t for Music” – Black Sherif

Ghanaian music sensation Black Sherif, popularly known as Blacko, has revealed that if not for music, he might have ended up selling clothes or tyres like his father. Speaking on the Afro Select Show, the Second Sermon hitmaker opened up about his humble beginnings, family trade, and the relentless hustle that shaped his rise from the streets of Konongo to global fame.

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President Mahama Nominates MMDCEs for Savannah, Bono East, and Greater Accra Regions

President John Dramani Mahama has nominated 29 Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) under the 1992 Constitution and Local Governance Act. This third batch of appointments, covering the Savannah, Bono East, and Greater Accra regions, awaiting approval by the respective Local Assemblies.

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Ethiopian Airlines Set to Construct Africa’s Largest Airport Near Bishoftu

Ethiopian Airlines has unveiled plans to construct one of Africa’s largest airports near Bishoftu, backed by a $7.8 billion agreement with the African Development Bank Group. Slated for completion by 2029, the airport will feature four runways and accommodate 100 million passengers annually, positioning Ethiopia as a major aviation hub in Eastern Africa.

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Parliamentary Committee on Sanitation and Water Resources Visits Accra Compost and Recycling Plant

Ghana’s Parliamentary Select Committee on Sanitation has visited the Accra Compost and Recycling Plant as part of its oversight mandate. Led by Hon. John Bless Oti and Hon. Joycelyn Tetteh, the Committee commended the facility’s efforts and emphasized the need for community collaboration and attitudinal change in waste management across the Greater Accra Region.

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Ghana’s GOLDBOD Begins Licensing of Service Providers

The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has started the licensing of service providers in the gold trading sector, effective April 23, 2025. Ghanaians and fully Ghanaian-owned companies can apply online or in person. The initiative, backed by the Ghana GoldBod Act, 2025, aims to regulate the sector, streamline operations, and enhance national benefits through transparent licensing and compliance with official gold trading rates.

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Dr. Daniel McKorley to Speak at the Africa Caribbean Business Trade Show

Dr. Daniel McKorley, renowned entrepreneur and Group Chairman of McDan Group, will speak at ACBTS2025, a premier Africa-Caribbean business trade show in Accra. The two-day event, set for April 22–23 at Labadi Beach Hotel, brings together CEOs, investors, SMEs, and policymakers to explore trade, innovation, and investment opportunities.

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Ghana’s Minister for Education Inaugurates GETFund Board of Trustees

Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, the Minister for Education, inaugurated a 17-member Board of Trustees for the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) on April 11, 2025. The event emphasized the critical role GETFund plays in education, particularly in infrastructure development and the Free Senior High School (Free SHS) programme.

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Francis Proferr Dusey Confirmed as Distric Chief Executive (DCE) for Ho West District

Francis Proferr Dusey has been confirmed as the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Ho West by members of the District General Assembly after securing 97% approval in a second round of voting. The confirmation follows strong regional support and the ongoing developments in Ghana’s local governance under President Mahama’s leadership.

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Mahama Appoints Emmanuel Kwasi Bedzrah as Chairman of GETFund

President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Hon. Emmanuel Kwasi Bedzrah, MP for Ho West, as the new Chairman of the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund). Bedzrah, a seasoned legislator since 2009, brings a wealth of parliamentary experience to the role and has pledged to collaborate with stakeholders to strengthen GETFund’s mission of investing in the future of Ghanaian children.

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GES to Host Online Workshop for Pre-Tertiary School Heads

The Ghana Education Service (GES), in collaboration with the Institute for Educational Planning and Administration (IEPA), has announced a three-day online workshop to equip heads of pre-tertiary schools with skills in leadership for learning. This initiative marks IEPA’s 50th anniversary and 5 years as a UNESCO Category II Centre of Excellence at the University of Cape Coast.

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Ghana to Develop National AI Plan – Sam George Declares

Ghana is set to develop a National Digital Transformation and Emerging Technology Strategy, with a strong focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), according to Hon. Samuel Nartey George. The plan aims to position Ghana as a leader in tech innovation in Africa, with supporting reforms including a startup bill and digital skills training for youth.

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Adutwum Donates GH₵100,000 and 200 Bags of Cement to Adum PZ Market Traders

Hon. Yaw Osei Adutwum, MP for Bosomtwe, has donated GH₵100,000 and 200 bags of cement to Adum PZ market traders affected by the March 2025 fire outbreak. He emphasized the need for sustained fire safety education and pledged continued support to victims as they rebuild their businesses.

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