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Final Voters’ Register for 2024 Elections Set for Early November Release.

The Electoral Commission has announced that the final voters' register for the upcoming 2024 elections will be released by the first week of November. This move comes after several months of voter registration and cleanup exercises aimed at ensuring an accurate and comprehensive register. With the elections drawing nearer, the EC has reiterated its commitment to a transparent process and urged all eligible Ghanaians to verify their details on the final register.

Edem 4Style October 17, 2024

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Electoral Commission Assures Transparency for 2024 Elections.

With tensions rising ahead of Ghana’s 2024 elections, the Electoral Commission (EC) has assured the public that the election will be transparent and free from manipulation. The EC emphasized that it will not support any political party but will strictly adhere to electoral laws and ensure the election is credible. In addition to encouraging voter registration, the EC also announced steps to address concerns raised by various political stakeholders regarding the integrity of the electoral process.

Edem 4Style October 17, 2024

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Ghana’s Electoral Commission Opens Online Voter Re-Exhibition.

In preparation for the 2024 general elections, Ghana’s Electoral Commission (EC) has launched an online platform that allows voters to verify their registration details. This initiative is part of the EC’s effort to ensure accuracy and transparency in the electoral process. Voters are encouraged to take advantage of this online re-exhibition exercise to check their data, report any errors, and ensure they are eligible to vote.

Edem 4Style October 16, 2024

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WESTERN NORTH

Bawumia Pledges New District for Sefwi-Wiawso to Spur Growth.

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, NPP Flagbearer, has promised the people of Sefwi-Wiawso a new district to accelerate development in the region. Speaking during his campaign tour of the Western North Region, he highlighted the need to create a district from the Wiawso Municipality to boost infrastructure in Asafo and Sefwi Asanwiaso. Bawumia also cited the NPP’s track record, including Free SHS, One Ambulance per Constituency, and the Ghana Card, as reasons for re-election. He vowed to implement new initiatives such as a credit score system, loans for women’s empowerment, free tertiary education for persons with disabilities, and solar energy projects to reduce electricity bills. Chiefs in the area expressed gratitude but urged for the completion of ongoing projects.

Edem 4Style October 10, 2024

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NDC Disability Desk Condemns Violent Attack on Deaf Supporter in Western North Region.

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Disability Desk has strongly condemned an attack on a deaf supporter, allegedly carried out by individuals linked to the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Asawinso A, Western North Region. The victim, Samson Adjei, known as Kofi Kaah, was assaulted while riding his motorbike past an NPP campaign event. Reports say Adjei was harassed, had some of his goods forcibly taken, and was then subjected to a brutal mob beating when he protested.The attackers reportedly hit him with blows and the blunt side of a cutlass, leaving him unconscious. Adjei suffered serious injuries, including facial swelling and vision impairment, and was rushed to the hospital.In a statement, the NDC Disability Desk condemned the attack as a violation of human rights and a threat to Ghana’s democratic values. They called on law enforcement to ensure the perpetrators […]

Edem 4Style October 8, 2024

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Cocoa Crisis: Disease Ravages Ghana’s Western North Region, Slashes Harvest.

A devastating cocoa disease, the swollen shoot virus, has severely impacted Ghana’s Western North, with 81% of the region’s cocoa trees infected. Ghana, the world's second-largest cocoa producer, reported a poor harvest of just 429,323 tons, worsened by climate change-induced heatwaves. The virus kills cocoa trees within a few years, forcing farmers to replant after soil treatment. Combined with the black pod disease, this has caused global cocoa shortages, leading to a spike in chocolate prices, particularly in the US and UK.

Edem 4Style October 6, 2024

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Ghana Confirms Monkeypox Case in Western North, 230 Suspected Cases Under Investigation.

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed a monkeypox case in a 15-year-old male from the Bia West District, Western North Region. The boy sought treatment on September 25, 2024, showing symptoms including fever, sore throat, and a rash on his face and palms.In response, 25 individuals who had contact with the patient are under observation. Additionally, 230 suspected cases have been reported across 88 districts nationwide. GHS is conducting investigations and will notify the World Health Organization (WHO). Citizens are urged to stay alert and adhere to preventive health measures.

Edem 4Style October 4, 2024

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Cocoa Abrabopa Disburses GH¢11.5 Million Premium to Cocoa Farmers.

The Cocoa Abrabopa Association (CAA), a farmer-based organization, has distributed a total of GH¢11.5 million in premium payments to 7,500 cocoa farmers across five cocoa-growing regions in Ghana. This payment is part of the association’s commitment to supporting sustainable farming practices and improving the livelihoods of cocoa farmers.This premium, known as the "Sustainability Differential," is an additional cash incentive given to farmers who meet the Rainforest Alliance Certification Programme (RACP) standards. For the 2023/2024 crop season, farmers received an extra GH¢65 per bag of certified cocoa, an increase from last year’s GH¢52.50 per bag, amounting to a total premium of GH¢9.2 million.The RACP initiative aims to promote higher cocoa yields, environmental sustainability, and adherence to human rights protocols in the cocoa farming sector. The beneficiary farmers are spread across 39 operational areas in the Ashanti, Eastern, Western, Western-North, and Volta […]

Edem 4Style October 2, 2024

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Asantehene Initiates Construction of a Girls’ Dormitory for Sefwi Wiawso SHS.

Asantehene Initiates Construction of a girls' dormitory for his alma mater, Sefwi Wiawso S In a bid to support education, the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has commenced the construction of a girls' dormitory for Sefwi Wiawso Senior High School, where he once studied. This initiative is aimed at addressing accommodation challenges faced by female students at the school, providing them with a safer and more conducive environment for their studies. The project, fully funded by the Asantehene, reflects his ongoing commitment to education and the well-being of students in Ghana. Over the years, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has undertaken various educational projects, including scholarships and infrastructure development, as part of his efforts to enhance learning opportunities for young people across the country. The construction of the dormitory will significantly benefit female students, offering them better living conditions and reducing […]

Edem 4Style September 30, 2024

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PAC Orders Immediate Return of Misappropriated Mattresses at Sefwi Wiawso Secondary.

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has instructed that school mattresses, which were improperly taken by teachers and students from Senior High Schools (SHS) across Ghana, be immediately returned. This directive follows concerning findings in the Auditor-General's report on Pre-University Educational Institutions for the 2023 fiscal year.During a PAC meeting held in Sunyani, Sefwi Wiawso Secondary Technical School was highlighted as a major violator, with 25 individuals, including both staff and students, accused of removing mattresses without authorization. PAC has demanded that the school’s management be held responsible for the incident.In response, the school's headmaster, Mr. Patrick Kwan, revealed that efforts are being made to retrieve the mattresses and address the misconduct.Additionally, the PAC session uncovered discrepancies in the birth records of two chief cooks at Sefwi Wiawso SHS. Their Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) records list their birth […]

Edem 4Style September 26, 2024

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