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Rev. Banmarigu John Simon has been elected as the National Youth Organizer of the Ghana National Association of Farmers and Fishermen (GNAFF) at the 8th annual Congress held on Saturday, July 12, 2025, in Kumasi. The election took place at the Pentecost Convention Center in Brofoyedro, where Rev. Simon emerged …

Nana Adu Gyamfi Kumanin Barima Kese I, the Nkosuohene of Nyankyerenease Traditional Council in the Kwadaso Municipality of the Ashanti Region, and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Shamor Herbal Center, has launched an initiative to empower 80 youth in the Afigya Kwabre South District of the Ashanti Region. The initiative …

  The Perfect Series Basic Schools Assessment Contest has reached its national finals set to take place on September 25,2025 at the GNAT HALL Amakom Kumasi, with six top-performing schools vying for the coveted title. This prestigious competition aims to enhance critical thinking, evaluate knowledge, and showcase academic excellence among …

The Sawua Hemaa (Queen Mother) Nana Akosua Abrafi Afisaa II, has made a passionate appeal to President John Dramani Mahama to prioritize the effectiveness of the Sawua Hospital to prevent maternal mortality in the community. The Sawua Hemaa’s plea underscores the alarming rate of maternal deaths in the community, often …

The Queen Mother of Sawua Traditional Council in the Bosomtwe District of the Ashanti Region, Nana Akosua Abrafi Afisaa II, has sounded the alarm, urging President John Dramani Mahama, the Ministry of Health, and the Ghana Health Service to prioritize the effectiveness of the Sawua Regional Hospital. The queen mother’s …

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Perfect Star Media Production and Perfect Series Publications, Pastor Philip Sarpong, has expressed appreciation for the government’s decision to introduce the Free Senior High School (SHS) program in private schools. According to Pastor Sarpong, the Free SHS program will enable more students to access …

  The Chief Executive Officer, (CEO) of Perfect Star Media Production and author of Perfect Series Books, Pastor Philip Sarpong, has emphasized the need for government support to ensure the sustainability of their initiatives, Basic School Assessment Contest. The company which has been instrumental in providing quality study materials for …

In a heartwarming display of appreciation and support, His Royal Majesty Buipewura Jinapor II, Paramount Chief of the Buipe Traditional Area, has donated a brand-new SUV saloon car to the Buipe Traditional Council Chief Imam following his successful pilgrimage to the holy land. The Chief Imam’s trip to perform Hajj, …

Otumfuo Kyeame Panin (Jachie Amoateng) Dwantoahene, Nana Asenso Dapaah, has called for a shift in Ghana’s education system from rote learning to skill-oriented approach. According to him, the current system heavily rely on rote learning, saying that it does not equip students with the necessary skills to excel in the …

The Ashanti region is expected to become Ghana’s hub of aviation excellence and luxury in the coming years, following the start of construction works to develop a modern and sustainable airport city in Kumasi. The Kumasi airport city, built on a 50-acre land, will house Ghana’s first smart and eco-friendly …

A transformative workshop has been organized to empower teachers and school leaders to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Tools into classroom teaching. The workshop which was organized by Brilliant Education Consultant in collaboration with the Ghana Education Service (GES) brought together teachers and school leaders in the Kumasi Metropolis …

The 2nd edition of the Basic Schools Assessment Contest (B.S.A.C.) has been officially unveiled, promising an exciting competition among top schools in the Ashanti Region. This year’s second edition contest which was unveiled today June 19,2025, at the GNAT HALL Amakom, Kumasi is aimed at promoting academic excellence, creativity, and …

The Ashanti Region is abuzz with excitement as 17 schools converge for the 2nd edition of the Basic Schools Assessment Contest (B.S.A.C.). The competition promises to be an electrifying display of talent, teamwork, and academic prowess. The best schools in the Ashanti Region have been selected to compete in the …

The former President of National Service Personnel Association (NASPA) Ashanti region, Kwame Owusu Bampoe has urged the office of the Attorney General to exercise fairness as it conducts investigations on the NSA-vendor dealings. He has mentioned that, investigations into the matter must be done with diligence, impartiality, and respect for …

  A Prison Service bus transporting prisoners from court was involved in a harrowing accident in the Greater Region. According to source the vehicle’s brakes failed, causing it to collide with another vehicle before crashing into the wall of the Tesano Police Station. The bus, which is over nine years …

Tensions have flared in the Asante Akyem Agogo North Constituency following the third confirmation of MCE nominee Sarah Amoakoaa. The National Democratic Congress (NDC) executives in the area have expressed strong opposition to her nomination, citing concerns over her perceived partisan affiliations.The executives are unhappy about Sarah Amoakoaa’s husband being …

The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has sounded the alarm over the country’s massive expenditure on imported chicken, totaling over $2 billion annually. To address this challenge, the minister is calling for a poultry revolution to reduce dependence on imports, promote self-sufficiency, and boost the nation’s economy. Speaking …

The Deputy Defense Minister, Brogya Genfi, has publicly challenged statements made by Defence and Interior Committee ranking member Ntim Fordjour, accusing him of spreading misinformation regarding the retirement timelines of senior military generals. In an interview on Asempa FM’s Ekosiisen program, Minister Genfi addressed a tweet by Rev. Ntim Fordjour …

The Beverage Consumers and Bar Owners Association of Ghana, popularly known as the “Drinkers Association,” has issued an ultimatum to the government, warning of a demonstration if prices of beverages are not reduced. The association cites the industry’s struggles despite the Ghanaian cedi’s recent appreciation against major foreign currencies. The …

Kumasi-based philanthropic group, Dɛɛdɛw Foundation, has handed over a five-unit state-of-the-art classroom block to Manhyia Methodist Primary School in the Atwima Nwabiagya Municipal Assembly of the Ashanti Region. The project which was commissioned is expected to reduce classroom congestion; thereby, creating a conducive atmosphere for the learners. Speaking in an …