Author: HON JUSTICE BAFFOUR AWUAH 0246-930931

MTN Ghana Powers Up Wa: GH¢240M Investment, AI Voice Assistant, and New Digital Tools Spark Stakeholder Excitement MTN Ghana turned up the heat in Wa hosting a high-energy regional stakeholders’ forum that brought together community leaders, partners, media, and loyal customers. The event, part of MTN’s nationwide engagement drive, showcased the company’s commitment to open dialogue, innovation, and community-focused development. Joseph Dogbe, Chief Risk and Compliance Officer at Scancom, highlighted MTN’s massive investment in Ghana’s digital future. Over the past five years, MTN has poured GH¢1 billion into network infrastructure, with GH¢240 million earmarked this year to expand fibre optic…

Bekwai MCE Salifu Issaka Leads Major Cleanup Supporting Mahama’s Sanitation Agenda Source:www.dailywatchgh.com/Justice Baffour-0246930931 The Bekwai Lorry Station was transformed over the weekend as dozens of dedicated residents teamed up with the Municipal Chief Executive, Hon. Salifu Issaka, for a vigorous cleanup exercise,an effort that strongly aligns with President John Dramani Mahama and the NDC government’s nationwide push for improved sanitation and community development. The activity mobilised an enthusiastic volunteer team focused on clearing waste, improving hygiene, and enhancing the appearance of one of the municipality’s busiest transport hubs. Participants described the cleanup as a powerful demonstration of what communities can…

Afia Kobi Ampem SHS Shines at 50: Trabuom’s Premier Girls’ School Celebrates Half-Century of Excellence and Tech Innovation Source:www.dailywatchgh.com (0246930931) Afia Kobi Ampem Senior High School (SHS) at Trabuom in the Ashanti Region has marked a historic milestone—50 years of shaping disciplined, high-achieving young women. The golden jubilee celebration drew a powerful gathering of staff, students, alumni, traditional leaders, and influential dignitaries, including the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, who graced the event with a message of national pride and encouragement. Taking the podium, Dr. Amoakohene applauded the school’s leadership for steering Afia Kobi Ampem SHS into a modern…

Atwima Kwanwoma District Assembly Clinches Top African Award for Transformative Development Source: Justice Baffour Awuah//www.dailywatchgh.com/0246930931 The Atwima Kwanwoma District Assembly has chalked a major continental victory, winning the Excellence in Socio-Economic Development and Service Delivery Award at the 2025 African Public Service Optimum Awards. The ceremony, hosted by The Business Executive Group, came off on Wednesday, 12th November 2025, at the La-Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra. The prestigious event brought together leading public institutions, reform champions, and governance experts from across Africa to celebrate outstanding performance and innovation in public administration. In a fiercely competitive field featuring high-performing institutions…

Atwima Mponua Youth Secure Forestry Commission Jobs Through Local Facilitation Source: Justice Baffour Awuah// managing editor,www.dailywatchgh.com(0246-930931) Fourteen energetic young men and women from the Atwima Mponua District have gained employment with the Forestry Commission of Ghana, thanks to the dedicated efforts and direct facilitation of their local leader. The newly recruited youth visited his office on Tuesday to officially pick up their appointment letters. The atmosphere was filled with excitement and hope as the beneficiaries expressed gratitude for the life-changing opportunity. Speaking after welcoming them,the Atwima Mponua district chief executive,hon Issahak Ibrahim emphasized the need for them to embrace discipline,…

Ghana Risks Losing Billions in Green Capital as Policy Gaps Scare Off Investors MTN, Deloitte Warn Ghana risks losing out on billions of dollars in global green investment if it does not urgently streamline and strengthen its sustainability policy framework, experts from MTN Ghana and Deloitte have warned. The caution was issued during the latest edition of Bright Conversations, where industry leaders assessed Ghana’s readiness for the rapidly evolving green economy. Global Competition for Green Capital Intensifies Around the world, investors are shifting their attention and resources toward countries that demonstrate strong environmental governance, climate resilience, and long-term sustainability planning.…

Tension Mounts in Adansi Dadwen Over Alleged Galamsey Accusations and Mass Arrests Source:Justice Baffour Awuah//www.dailywatcgh.com(0246930931) Tension is rising in the Dadwen community in the Adansi North District following what residents say were unlawful arrests and brutalities carried out by combined military and police personnel on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. According to the Concerned Citizens of Dadwen, an estimated 350 residents, including minors, were rounded up, assaulted, and taken to unknown locations. The incident has created widespread fear and panic, with residents reporting that “no single adult male can currently be found in the community.” Families say several underage children were…

ASABEEE STEALS THE SPOTLIGHT AT AKWASIDAE AS HE RETURNS TO PUBLIC LIFE WITH HUMBLE MESSAGE TO OTUMFUO Credit:Michael Ofosu-Afriyie, Kumasi The Manhyia Palace came alive on Sunday as Stephen Asamoah Boateng (Asabeee),former Minister and prominent NPP figure,made a commanding yet elegant appearance at the Akwasidae festival, instantly drawing attention with his radiant red Kente and calm, confident smile. Arriving hours before the official proceedings, Asabeee’s presence sparked excitement among palace attendees, with pockets of admirers chanting his name as he settled into the forecourt. Seated beside an energetic Brazilian lawyer and philanthropist, who amused onlookers with a playful Superman-like gesture,…

MTN Powers Ghana’s SME Revolution at 2025 SMEGA Awards MTN Ghana has once again positioned itself at the heart of Ghana’s entrepreneurial transformation, declaring bold commitments to fuel SME growth through cutting-edge digital solutions and strategic partnerships at the 2025 SMEGA Awards in Accra. The MTN SMEGA Awards has evolved into a premier national stage that spotlights SMEs whose innovation, resilience, and leadership continue to fuel Ghana’s economic engine. The platform has supported hundreds of businesses with mentorship, brand visibility, and access to vital digital and financial tools. As headline sponsor, MTN Ghana joined policymakers, diplomats, corporate executives, and entrepreneurs…

MobileMoney–UNCDF Partnership Set to Supercharge Women and Youth Entrepreneurs in Three Key Regions Women and youth-led micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the Northern, Ashanti, and Western Regions are poised for a major boost as MobileMoney LTD teams up with the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) to roll out a transformative digital financial empowerment initiative. The partnership forms part of the Leveraging Digital Ecosystems for Increased MSMEs’ Productivity Project, funded by the SDG Fund. The goal: to close long-standing financial inclusion gaps and equip underserved businesses with the digital muscle needed to thrive in Ghana’s evolving economy. MobileMoney…