“For hundreds of students across Sekyere-Kumawu, the arrival of BSTEM kits marks more than the delivery of equipment — it signals new opportunities to explore, experiment and imagine futures shaped by science and technology.”
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Skills for Life: Bodomase St. Stephen R/C JHS Girls Turn Local Fabric into Creativity and Confidence
With needle, fabric and determination, students of Bodomase St. Stephen R/C JHS turned local cloth into symbols of creativity and confidence—proving that when education meets practical skill, young minds can design their own future.
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Kumawu Advances to Semi-Finals of Otumfuo Community Reading Challenge
“Kumawu edged out Tepa by just 0.1 points, proving that every word, every line, and every page counts in the Otumfuo Community Reading Challenge.”
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WASSCE Disturbance at Wesley SHS, Konongo
“Students began hurling stones and sachets of water at teachers, forcing invigilators to flee to safety.”
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Mpox Spike in Ashanti And Tolls High Recordings
Ashanti Region has registered 24 mpox cases across 12 districts, with Kumasi accounting for six the highest locally prompting health officials to intensify surveillance and containment efforts.
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Betty Mould-Iddrisu Lays Mother to Rest at Ejuratia
Betty Mould-Iddrisu has laid her mother to rest at Ejuratia in a solemn ceremony that brought together political leaders, family, and friends in remembrance and thanksgiving.
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Ashanti Regional Co-ordinating Council Urges Return of Helicopter Crash Site Items
“Authorities warn that failure to return crash site items by the deadline will result in criminal prosecution and the full application of the law.”
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Black Box of Crashed Military Helicopter Recovered – Ashanti Regional Minister Confirms
“The Black Box will guide investigators in understanding what truly happened in those final moments,” – Dr Frank Amoakohene.
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Gospel Musician Evangelist Akwasi Nyarko Makes Emotional Plea to President Mahama After Days Without Food
“Ever since I released the song for the NDC, I’ve been blacklisted in the Ashanti Region. Event organisers no longer invite me, and people treat me with hostility. I’ve been left to suffer,” – Evangelist Kwasi Nyarko
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Headmaster of Tweneboa Kodua SHS Transferred; Reasons Unclear
“The sudden transfer of Mr. Michael Amponsah from Tweneboa Kodua SHS has left many in the Kumawu community seeking answers, as the reason behind the decision remains undisclosed.”
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Bodomase Student Crowned Champion at Otumfuo Reading Challenge in Sekyere Kumawu District
“Randy Boakye Yiadom of Bodomase St. Stephen R/C JHS has been crowned Sekyere Kumawu District Champion in the Otumfuo Reading Challenge, inspiring pride across the community.”
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President Mahama Pledges to Complete Suame Interchange and Other Projects in Ashanti Region
“Irrespective of who started it, we shall continue and complete it,” President Mahama assured, promising to finish major projects like the Suame Interchange in the Ashanti Region.
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Ashanti Regional Minister Dr. Frank Amoakohene Beats Greater Accra’s Hon. Linda Akweley Ocloo at President’s Cup in the Presence of President Mahama
“Dr. Frank Amoakohene’s symbolic victory and Kotoko’s 2-1 triumph, crowned by Shatta Wale’s electrifying performance, turned the 2025 President’s Cup into a powerful display of unity, leadership, and national spirit in the presence of President Mahama.”
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Catholic Diocese of Konongo-Mampong Ordains Seven New Priests By Bishop John Opoku-Agyemang
“Let your lives resemble Christ and be a sacrifice for the people,”
“You are priests forever in the order of Melchizedek.” – Bishop John Opoku-Agyemang
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Bosomtwe District COHBS Calls for Equity, Recognition, and Support from the Government
“We are Managers, not Messengers,” – Mr. Augustine Sarkodie (Headmaster of Homabenase R /C Basic)
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Ashanti Regional Qualifiers for NSMQ 2025 to Run from July 21 to 26
“The NSMQ regional qualifiers help shape academic discipline, confidence, and teamwork in students beyond the contest itself.”
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NGO Donates Mobility Carts to Support Learners with Special Needs to Ashanti Regional Education Directorate
“This is a meaningful contribution to the realisation of Ghana’s Inclusive Education Policy. It reminds us that education must reach everyone.” – Dr. William Kwame Amankrah Appiah
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Asanteman Pays Tribute to Late Mamponghene, Daasebre Osei Bonsu II
“Mampong has lost a father. Asanteman has lost a compass.” “Yɛda wo ase, Nana. Da yie, Daasebre.” – A Family member
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Bodomase St. Stephen RC JHS Holds Prefect Manifesto Day Ahead of E-Voting Elections
“Leadership is not just about standing in front of people—it’s about standing for people,” said one candidate during the manifesto session.
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Sekyere Kumawu Education Directorate Celebrates Mr. Jacob Nti Danso at Grand Retirement Ceremony
“Hard work truly pays. I’m proud to have served, and I’ll continue to offer my support wherever I’m needed.” – Jacob Nti Danso
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“Go Back to Work”, GES Tells Cleared Recruits Following Post-Election Revocations
After months of uncertainty, the Ghana Education Service (GES) has directed newly recruited staff in the Ashanti Region – whose appointments were revoked after the 2024 elections – to resume work following successful validation.
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Opoku Ware School Wins 2025 Ashanti Regional Renewable Energy Challenge
Opoku Ware School has emerged winner of the 2025 Ashanti Regional Senior High Schools Renewable Energy Challenge held at Kumasi Technical Institute. They will represent the region at the national level.
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Hon. Richard Gyamfi elected Presiding Member for Sekyere Kumawu District Assembly
“Hon. Gyamfi has been with us from the beginning. He’s seen the growth, the challenges, and the successes — and that experience is what the assembly needs now,” said a resident of Bodomase following the announcement.
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Hon. Akwasi Amankwa (Tom C) Confirmed as DCE for Sekyere Kumawu District
“We are counting on Hon. Tom C to bring real change to Kumawu. He’s one of us and understands the issues we face daily,” said a local resident after the announcement.
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OKESS Student Arrested for Bringing Locally-Made Pistol to School
“We must not wait for tragedy before acting. Schools should be safe zones, and this incident is a wake-up call,” said by a teacher
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President Mahama Nominates Former NDC Parliamentary Candidate Evans Amoh Twumasi as DCE for Sekyere South
“This is a strategic appointment, and I am confident Evans Amoh Twumasi will deliver,” a local NDC organiser told Gh Educate correspondent
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Ashanti Regional Chief Imam Pays Condolence Visit to Kumasi Catholic Archdiocese Following Pope Francis’ Death
“In times of grief, we must come together as one people,” the Chief Imam said. “We stand with our Christian brothers and sisters in this moment of loss.”
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Chairman Wontumi Declares Bid for NPP National Chairmanship
“I have spoken to God, and the favour I have found before Him and before men will be a pivotal factor in my victory.”
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Attach Human Face to Tax Enforcement – Ashanti Regional Minister Urges GRA
Ashanti Regional Minister urges the GRA to balance revenue efforts with business realities and review the work of the National Customs Taskforce.
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Ashanti Regional Welcomes New School Feeding Coordinator
Madam Gloria Korshior Huze has assumed office as the new Ashanti Regional School Feeding Coordinator, with Dr. Frank Amoakohene urging her to restore confidence in the programme and expand its reach.
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Mahama Launches ‘Tree for Life’ Project in the Ashanti Region
President John Dramani Mahama has launched the Tree for Life Project in Nkawie, Ashanti Region, to promote environmental conservation and reforestation. The initiative aims to restore degraded lands, combat climate change, and build a greener Ghana.