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Bekwai MCE Leads Massive Sanitation Campaign to Promote Clean and Healthy Environment As part of efforts to promote the Sanitation Day campaign, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Bekwai in the Ashanti Region, Hon. Salifu Issaka, in collaboration with Assembly Members, volunteer groups, security agencies, and other key stakeholders, has led a massive clean-up exercise across Bekwai under the theme: “Let’s Clean, Green and Keep Bekwai Safe.” The initiative aimed to enhance cleanliness across the municipality and ensure a healthier environment for all residents. The exercise witnessed enthusiastic participation from various segments of the community, including youth volunteers and personnel…

SUAME MAGAZINE SPARE PARTS DEALERS CRY FOUL OVER BROKEN PROMISES ON FLAT RATE DUTIES The Suame Magazine Spare Parts Dealers Association in Kumasi has expressed deep concern over what they describe as unfulfilled promises regarding the implementation of flat rate duties at Ghana’s ports. According to the association, despite the recent gains of the Ghana cedi against major international currencies, duties at the ports have not been reduced. They lament that duty charges remain pegged to forex bureau rates, which continue to inflate the cost of clearing goods, contrary to expectations of lower duties. Speaking to the media, Chairman of…

AVOID ‘DOGGY STYLE’ TO PREVENT STROKE – DR. AMAGASHIE WARNS In a rather surprising health advisory, Dr. Apostle Samuel Amagashie, head of Amagashie Herbal, has issued a caution against certain sexual positions, warning they may pose serious health risks—particularly for men. During a recent media interview, Dr. Amagashie specifically singled out the doggy-style position, stating that it could significantly increase the risk of stroke among men. “Men should consider changing their sexual positions, especially the doggy style, as it puts them at higher risk of suffering a stroke,” he said. Dr. Amagashie urged men to explore safer, less strenuous alternatives…

New MTN and MTV Base Campaign Aims to Make the Internet Safer for Africa’s Youth: The internet is an incredible space for learning, creativity, and connection—but for many young people, it can also be a risky place. That’s why MTN, Africa’s leading mobile network provider, has teamed up with MTV Base—Africa’s top youth and pop culture platform—to launch an exciting new campaign called “Room of Safety.” This groundbreaking initiative is all about promoting online child safety and helping young people across the continent develop healthier, safer digital habits. What is Room of Safety? At the core of this campaign is…

GNASSM Urges Police Task Force to Uphold Professionalism in Anti-Galamsey Operations The Ghana National Association of Small Scale Miners (GNASSM) has appealed to the Inspector General of Police (IGP), COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno, to ensure professionalism, accountability, and integrity in the operations of police personnel deployed to combat illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey. Addressing the media, the National Public Relations Officer (PRO) of GNASSM, Mr. Abdul Razak, raised serious concerns about growing reports of alleged misconduct involving members of the anti-galamsey task force. While reiterating the association’s support for government efforts to eradicate illegal mining, he called for urgent…

GNASSM Urges Police Task Force to Uphold Professionalism in Anti-Galamsey Operations The Ghana National Association of Small Scale Miners (GNASSM) has appealed to the Inspector General of Police (IGP), COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno, to ensure professionalism, accountability, and integrity in the operations of police personnel deployed to combat illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey. Addressing the media, the National Public Relations Officer (PRO) of GNASSM, Mr. Abdul Razak, raised serious concerns about growing reports of alleged misconduct involving members of the anti-galamsey task force. While reiterating the association’s support for government efforts to eradicate illegal mining, he called for urgent…

Hon. Eric Assibey Vows to Strengthen Security in Kwadaso The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Kwadaso, Hon. Eric Assibey, has announced that the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) has implemented a series of precautionary measures aimed at combating crime across the country,particularly within the Kwadaso Municipality in the Ashanti Region. In an exclusive interview with Ezra TV reporter Justice Baffour at his office, Mr. Assibey revealed that the Assembly is developing new strategies to eliminate lawlessness in the municipality. He emphasized the importance of creating a safe environment for both residents and businesses. He called on the people of Kwadaso…

Golden Dew Hotel Sets Official Commissioning Date for July 19, 2025 Nkawie, Ashanti Region, The management of Golden Dew Hotel is pleased to announce that the official commissioning of the hotel is scheduled for Saturday, July 19, 2025. The grand event will take place at the hotel premises in Nkawie, located in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. This milestone marks a significant development in the region’s hospitality industry, promising high-quality accommodation, fine dining, and state-of-the-art conference and event facilities tailored to both local and international guests. The commissioning ceremony is expected to attract dignitaries, industry stakeholders, and community leaders. Guests…

Tony Lassey Urges Government to Leverage Tourism to Revive Ghana’s Economy Nkawie, Ashanti Region,Renowned Hospitality consultant, Mr. Tony Lassey, has called on the government and key stakeholders to harness the vast potential of the tourism sector as a strategic tool to address the country’s current economic challenges. Speaking at a media engagement held at the Golden Dew Hotel in Nkawie, located in the Atwima Nwabiagya South Municipality of the Ashanti Region, Mr. Lassey described tourism as one of the most accessible and effective avenues for attracting both local and international investment. “We cannot survive as a country without paying critical…

MTN Ghana Deepens Rural Engagement with “Y’elloCare-Connecting at the Root” in Donkorkrom: MTN Ghana has taken its community impact efforts to new heights through a powerful rural engagement initiative in Donkorkrom, as part of its 2025 “21 Days of Y’ello Care” campaign. Under the theme “Connecting at the Root,” the telecom giant shifted from traditional outreach to a collaborative, hands-on approach,co-creating solutions with the people of Donkorkrom rather than prescribing them. Empowering Through Technology and Skills,volunteers from MTN Ghana worked closely with local residents, delivering practical support in three key areas such as Digital skills training,Financial & Business Literacy and…