Author: Editorial Staff

The government has announced plans to establish an independent Value for Money Office this year as part of broader reforms aimed at strengthening accountability and improving the management of public funds in Ghana. President John Dramani Mahama disclosed the initiative while addressing participants at the 77th Annual New Year’s School and Conference held at the University of Ghana, describing it as a key step toward ensuring that public spending delivers measurable benefits to citizens. According to the President, the proposed office will provide independent oversight of government expenditure, helping to ensure that every cedi spent reflects efficiency, transparency, and…

The Childhood Cancer Society of Ghana (CCSG), with support from World Child Cancer, has developed comprehensive National Guidelines for Childhood Cancer Treatment aimed at improving care and survival outcomes for children living with cancer in Ghana. The guidelines were developed through a collaborative, multidisciplinary process involving paediatric oncologists, oncology nurses, pharmacists, pathologists, palliative care specialists, public health professionals, and other technical experts to ensure evidence-based and nationally relevant treatment protocols. A stakeholder validation meeting was held in Accra to review, refine, and endorse the draft guidelines ahead of national adoption and nationwide dissemination. Ministry of Health Commends Initiative Speaking at…

The MTN Ghana Foundation has donated 150 baby hampers to mothers who delivered during the Christmas season at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, as part of its annual Boxing Day outreach programme to support families and appreciate customers nationwide. The donation forms part of a nationwide initiative by the Foundation, which is distributing about 700 baby hampers to mothers in 30 hospitals nationwide during the festive period. Speaking at the presentation, the Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer of MTN Ghana, Adwoa Afriyie Wiafe, said the initiative reflects MTN’s enduring commitment to social responsibility and its tradition of giving back…

MTN Ghana, in collaboration with MobileMoney LTD, held  2025 Media Soirée in Accra to appreciate media professionals and partners for their continued support throughout the year. The event, which brought together journalists, editors, industry stakeholders, and company executives, also showcased ongoing efforts to build capacity in the telecoms and fintech sectors.. Speaking at the event, Adwoa Afriyie Wiafe, MTN Ghana’s Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer, expressed gratitude to media partners for their role in supporting the company’s operations and navigating the complexities of the telecoms industry. “It has been a busy year for MTN, and we are grateful for…

MTN Ghana has marked 10 years of its Customer Soirée, popularly known as the Yellow Soirée, with a grand celebration at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra, honouring customers whose loyalty and partnership have remained central to the company’s growth and success over the past decade. The annual event brought together distinguished guests, valued customers, stakeholders, business partners, and members of the media for an evening of appreciation, engagement, and entertainment, aimed at strengthening the relationship between MTN Ghana and its customers. Speaking at the event, Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, Stephen Blewett, described the Yellow Soirée as a unique platform created…

MTN Ghana, in partnership with the Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit (DOVVSU) of the Ghana Police Service, has launched the 2025 edition of the 16 Days of Activism campaign, with a renewed focus on combating digital violence against women and girls. The campaign aims to raise nationwide awareness about the growing threat of online abuse, equip young people with practical digital safety skills, and promote responsible online behaviour to protect women and girls from cyberbullying, harassment, impersonation, and other technology-facilitated harms. The  event brought together students, educators, police officials, and MTN staff for interactive sessions on online safety…

The winners of the 2025 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), Mfantsipim School, have paid a courtesy visit to MobileMoney LTD to express their gratitude for the company’s support in this year’s competition. In the 2025 edition, MobileMoney LTD sponsored both the NSMQ Regional Championships and the Money Zone segment of the National Championship. This sponsorship forms part of the company’s broader commitment to education, youth development, promoting digital financial literacy, and nurturing the next generation of fintech innovators. Recognizing this partnership, Mfantsipim School made the visit to personally thank the company for its role in their journey to…

The African Coalition for Academic Freedom (ACAF) has held its maiden continental conference in Accra under the theme “Safeguarding Academic Freedom in Africa: A Continental Dialogue for Collective Action.” Speaking on behalf of Ghana’s Vice President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, the Chief of Staff at the Vice President’s Office, Prof. Alex Segbefia, urged leaders of Academic Staff Associations (ASA) across Africa to foster constructive dialogue that promotes democratization and stability in public universities. Prof. Opoku-Agyemang emphasized that when key actors—government, university authorities, and student bodies are meaningfully involved in discussions on academic freedom, conflicts, misunderstandings, and perceptions of institutional disregard…

The Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC), in partnership with the Africa Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP), the Ghana Integrity Initiative (GII), the Ghana Audit Service, and the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), has held an intensive capacity-building workshop aimed at strengthening journalists’ skills in analysing Auditor-General’s Reports and effectively using the CitizensEye App for evidence-based anti-corruption reporting. The workshop forms part of ACEP’s project, “An Anti-Corruption Initiative for Enhancing Governance and Accountability,” funded by the FCDO. Deepening Journalists’ Understanding of Audit Reports GACC’s Executive Secretary, Mrs. Beauty Emefa Narteh, explained that the training aimed to strengthen journalists’ understanding of…

Ghana’s relationship with China continues to grow stronger as both nations expand cooperation in trade, infrastructure, energy, and cultural exchange. Despite public concerns about the conduct of a few Chinese nationals, authorities and community leaders say the majority are contributing significantly to Ghana’s development. A recent documentary by Ghanaian investigative journalist Daniel Benin Ohim has shed new light on the presence of Chinese nationals in Ghana, presenting a balanced picture of their impact on the country’s economic and social landscape. According to findings from the documentary, more than 30000 Chinese nationals are legally resident in Ghana, engaging in legitimate…