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Ing. Kwabena Bempong, President of GhIE The Ghana Institution of Engineering (GhIE) is holding its 2025 Engineering Conference and Annual General Meeting (AGM) from 24th March, 2025 through to 29th March, 2025, in Accra. According to the Ag. Executive Director of GhIE, Ing. Samuel Magnus Asiedu, the Youth in Engineering Forum was held at the Engineering Centre on Monday morning, 24th March, whilst the Engineering Craftsmen Forum was held in the afternoon on the same day. The Institution also welcomed its International Delegates at the Engineers Centre on Monday evening, 24th March, 2025. The Opening Ceremony took place on Tuesday,…

Ghana Premier League side Nsoatreman FC has responded to Asante Kotoko’s press conference held on February 24, 2025. During the press conference, Kotoko dismissed rumors of a “cold war” between the two clubs and stated that they had yet to receive any official communication from Nsoatreman following the passing of Nana Pooley. In response, Nsoatreman issued a statement clarifying that they have been actively assisting the Ghana Police Service with investigations and urged for calm and patience during this period. Kotoko has remained inactive in competitive football since the tragic loss of their esteemed figure. However, with the final funeral…

John Setor Dumelo, Deputy Food and Agriculture Minister-designateJohn Setor Dumelo, Deputy Food and Agriculture Minister-designate, has urged young people to embrace small from small beginnings in their entrepreneurial and agricultural ventures, warning against the dangers of starting big without expertise and resources.Speaking before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Tuesday, February 25, Dumelo highlighted that success takes time which requires young entrepreneurs to focus on sustainable growth rather than pursuing immediate large-scale operations.“In all my engagements across the country, when I speak to the youth, I tell them to always start small. They should look at the bigger picture, but they should…

Britain will introduce sanctions soon against Rwanda over fighting in neighbouring Congo, a minister in the UK Foreign Office told Reuters on Monday. Asked if Britain would impose sanctions on Rwanda, Ray Collins, who covers Africa policy as a junior minister in the foreign office, replied “Yes”. Asked when, he said “Soon”. The “UK has made its position clear to Rwanda and will act soon,” he added, speaking to Reuters on the sidelines of a U.N. Human Rights Council meeting in Geneva. Rwanda is facing global pressure over allegations it supports the M23 group which, since January, has captured swathes…

God will likely award a nobel peace prize to Putin, the media house(s) and ambassadors that may relay it; then we should also consider nominating Putin at human level. What kind of an ally will falsely accuse and start trade war with a neighbor and ally like Canada; largely abandoned allies like Europe; then trying to rob the weakest ally while spineless Europe+ barely speaking up, let alone act? The u.s is increasingly becoming a non-trustworthy ally and we cannot blame it all on Trump, considering the countless top officials that echo and bid for Trump’s greedy and arrogant demands,…

Ghana Link Network Services Ltd., operators of the Integrated Customs Management System (ICUMS), has assured the public and stakeholders in the shipping, logistics, and transport sectors that no data was lost during the temporary system interruption on October 23, 2024. In response to concerns raised by The Transport Forum Ghana LBG, Ghana Link clarified that the brief disruption was part of a scheduled system optimization aimed at enhancing performance and data security, not a system failure or deliberate shutdown. “We emphasise that the October 23 event was a planned IIupgrade of our storage infrastructure to improve efficiency and security,” the…

Sekondi-Takoradi was buzzing with energy as Connect 97.1FM successfully hosted its 10.3km health walk, “Connect Sweat,” under the theme “Steps to Wellness.” The event brought together hundreds of fitness enthusiasts, corporate teams, and individuals, all united in promoting a healthy lifestyle and community engagement. The walk kicked off early in the morning from the Connect 97.1FM forecourt, where participants warmed up with light exercises before embarking on the mapped-out route. The 10.3km journey took them through key streets in Takoradi, creating a vibrant and dynamic atmosphere. Speaking after the event, Mr. Joris Dweben, Station Manager of Connect 97.1FM, expressed excitement…

The 7th National Women’s Summit & Expo marked a significant milestone with the launch of its inaugural Industry Spotlight Series on February 21, 2025.This edition focused on the critical role women play in agribusiness, addressing pressing global challenges related to food security, economic growth, and sustainable development.Held at the Kosmos Innovation Center, a key player in agribusiness innovation, the event brought together women agripreneurs, investors, and industry stakeholders, all committed to shaping the future of agribusiness in Ghana and beyond.In her opening remarks, Mrs. Theresa Ayoade, CEO of Charterhouse and convener of the event, emphasized the need for platforms that…

Habib Iddrisu [L] and John Dumelo Habib Iddrisu, the first Deputy Minority Whip, has counseled John Dumelo, the Deputy Minister-designate for Food and Agriculture, to focus on assisting the Minister for Agriculture and to take his new position seriously.During Dumelo’s Tuesday, February 25 vetting in Parliament, Habib Iddrisu warned the nominee not to take his political career lightly because “you are not in your movie industry.”The nominee should approach his responsibilities with professionalism and care, he advised.“If you go to the Ministry, try to assist your Minister. The Ministry is huge, and you should not try to jump the gun.…

The Centre for Democratic Development, Ghana (CDD-Ghana) Citizen Expectation Townhall has officially kicked off in Sunyani, Bono Region, marking the start of a nationwide effort to collect and discuss citizens’ expectations regarding their government. The event brings a refreshing new approach to political engagement, encouraging active citizen participation outside the usual election cycle. For the first time, CDD-Ghana’s Citizen Expectation Town Hall will travel across the country, creating a space where citizens can voice their opinions and concerns directly. This initiative comes as a response to the lack of direct engagement between the government and the electorate post-election. That engagement…