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President Mahama to Introduce Tertiary Education Scholarship Scheme for Children of Cocoa Farmers

As part of fulfilling a 2024 campaign promise, former President John Dramani Mahama has announced a new tertiary education scholarship scheme for children of cocoa farmers. The initiative, set to be implemented in the 2026/27 academic year

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Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Tong Defa, Visits Aflao Market Project Site

The Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Tong Defa, has visited the proposed Aflao Market Project in the Volta Region, a major initiative set to be funded by a US$30 million grant from China. Accompanied by top Ghanaian officials, including Hon. Okudzeto Ablakwa and Hon. Dzifa Gomashie

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Finance Minister Urges Newly Sworn-In National Asset Management Committee to Ensure Proper Security of State Assets

Ghana’s Finance Minister, Hon. Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, inaugurated the National Asset Management Working Committee in Accra to address the mismanagement and unaccountability of state properties. He emphasized the urgent need for a comprehensive State Assets Register and tasked the committee to identify and properly account for all government-owned assets, including lands and buildings

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Validators of Ghost Names Will Be Held Accountable: Finance Minister Warns

Hon. Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Ghana’s Minister for Finance, has issued a stern warning that individuals validating ghost names on the government payroll will be held accountable. Speaking on the Citi Breakfast Show on July 25, 2025, Dr. Forson disclosed that the Auditor-General has identified over 14,000 ghost names and 53,000 separated names, calling for urgent action

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Kumawu District Education Directorate Hosts 2025 Zonal Cultural Programme

The Sekyere Kumawu District Education Directorate hosted the 2025 Zonal Cultural Programme at Tweneboa Kodua SHS under the theme “Cultural Education: Empowering, Preserving Culture.” Five districts participated, with pupils showcasing talents in poetry, drum language, cook arts, and more.

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Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson Inaugurates 9-Member Board of Directors for NIB

Hon. Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Ghana’s Finance Minister, has inaugurated a new 9-member Board of Directors for the National Investment Bank (NIB) in Accra. The board, led by Mr. Frank Adu Jnr as Managing Director, is expected to steer the bank towards greater independence, professionalism, and stability.

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Greater Accra Regional Minister and 29 MMDCEs Endorse PM Candidate Ewurabena Aubynn for Ablekuma Re-run Election

The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Hon. Linda Akweley Ocloo, together with 29 Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs), has endorsed Madam Ewurabena Aubynn, the Parliamentary Candidate for Ablekuma North, ahead of the crucial re-run election.

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India’s Prime Minister Modi Visits Ghana, Major Agreements Reached

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s historic state visit to Ghana, the first in 30 years, concluded with major agreements to boost bilateral trade, establish Ghana as Africa’s Vaccine Hub, enhance defence cooperation, promote digital innovation, and strengthen ties in agriculture, renewable energy, and cultural exchange.

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