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ECG to Relocate Power Lines in Erosion-Hit Ketu South

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced plans to relocate high and low-tension power lines in areas affected by severe coastal erosion in the Ketu South Municipality of the Volta Region. This move aims to prevent potential disasters as rising sea levels continue to threaten communities.During an on-site visit to heavily impacted areas such as Agavedzi, Amutinu, Salakope, Fuveme, Kpokporgbor, and Agorkedzi, ECG’s Oti Regional General Manager, Christina Jatoe-Kaleo, reaffirmed the company's commitment to ensuring residents' safety and maintaining a stable power supply.According to ECG engineers, five electricity poles have already been damaged, but the relocation project will require the installation of twelve new poles to restore reliable power access. Denu ECG District Manager, Timothy Affrim, assured residents that power supply would not be disrupted during the transition.The initiative highlights ECG’s dedication to addressing infrastructure challenges and safeguarding affected […]

Edem 4Style March 15, 2025

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Kpando Youth Hail Gov’t’s GH¢292.4m Sanitary Pad Initiative

The Kpando Dzewoe Youth Foundation in the Volta Region has applauded the government’s decision to allocate GH¢292.4 million for the free distribution of sanitary pads to female students in primary and secondary schools.Zikpuitor Frank Gletse, chairman of the foundation, described the move as a major step in tackling menstrual stigma and providing much-needed support for young girls, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds.According to Gletse, many girls in the Kpando-Dzewoe area struggle to afford sanitary pads, forcing some to seek help from commercial motorcyclists, locally known as "Okada" riders.In 2022, the foundation launched the Pad Bank Project in partnership with the Kairos Rhema Ministry and Foundation, distributing 750 sanitary pads to schoolgirls. However, sustaining the initiative proved challenging due to limited resources.With the government’s new budgetary allocation, the foundation is optimistic that the Pad Bank Project will receive a boost, ensuring […]

Edem 4Style March 15, 2025

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ASHANTI

ECG Announces Planned Maintenance, Power Outages Expected in Various Regions

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has scheduled planned maintenance works across several regions from March 11-12, 2025, which will result in temporary power outages in certain areas. This maintenance is aimed at improving service delivery.Affected Areas and Timelines:Tuesday, March 11, 2025:Volta Region: Power will be cut in Tsito and surrounding areas from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.Ashanti Region:9:00 am to 5:00 pm: Areas including Darko, Bebu, Ampabame No.2, Trede, Sabin Akroform, and parts of Pakyi No.2.9:00 am to 6:00 pm: Second phase maintenance affecting Atwima Agogo, Abuakwa, Mankranso, Kunsu, Sepaase, Nkawie, Afari, Abakomade, Kasapreko, Nerebehi, and surrounding areas.Wednesday, March 12, 2025:Greater Accra Region: Power will be interrupted from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm in Pokuase Pharmacy, Ayawaso, Nii Ayi, Odumase, Amanfrom, Nsakina, Agbogba, Pantang Royal, and nearby areas.Tema Region: Maintenance will take place from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, […]

Edem 4Style March 12, 2025

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Volta Council of State Rep Boosts Community Journalism with Motorcycle Donation

The Council of State Representative for the Volta Region, Gabriel Tanko Kwamigah-Atokple, has donated seven motorcycles to the Duamenefa Foundation to enhance the mobility of community journalists across the region and parts of Togo.The donation targets journalists in Keta Municipality, Akatsi South, Ketu South, Ketu North, Anlo District, and cross-border communities like Zanguera, Segbe, and Akanu. With this support, reporters can now cover critical local issues more effectively, bringing underreported stories to national attention.For years, the Duamenefa Foundation has been instrumental in investigative journalism, advocacy, and social interventions. However, mobility challenges have often limited their ability to reach remote areas. The new motorcycles will enable journalists to navigate difficult terrains, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.The Executive Board of Governors of Fafaa FM, the foundation’s media partner, expressed deep gratitude to Mr. Kwamigah-Atokple for his generosity. In an official statement, they […]

Edem 4Style March 8, 2025

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Alkebulan City Project: A New Ultra-Modern City Rises in Agave-Dzebetato

A groundbreaking modern city project, spanning over 2,000 acres, has officially begun in Agave-Dzebetato, South Tongu District of the Volta Region. Named Alkebulan City Ghana, the ambitious development will feature residential and business districts, a university, a vocational college, a teaching hospital, a sports academy, and a shopping mall.Other key facilities in the multi-million-dollar project include an aerodrome for private jets, a grand conference center, a stadium, a seven-star hotel, and various recreational spaces.Dr. Delorn Madeiz, CEO of Imperial Madeiz Ltd, the company spearheading the project, expressed gratitude to traditional leaders for donating land to make the vision a reality. He stated that Alkebulan City will accommodate up to five million people and play a crucial role in economic transformation by curbing rural-urban migration, creating jobs, and boosting regional integration.The project, set for completion within five years, will be built […]

Edem 4Style March 3, 2025

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Volta Minister Vows to Protect Tidal Wave Victims

The Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu, has assured residents of Ketu South affected by tidal waves that the government is taking urgent steps to safeguard lives and address the crisis.During a visit to the hardest-hit communities—Agavedzi, Amutinu, and Salakope—he acknowledged the devastation caused by the sea’s invasion, which has destroyed homes, displaced families, and even forced the exhumation of bodies from cemeteries. Some residents reported that two women died from heart attacks after losing their homes.Gunu, accompanied by security officials and the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), stated that the government is committed to finding long-term solutions. In the meantime, NADMO will remain on-site to assist affected residents, and medical teams, including a clinical psychologist, will arrive next week to provide healthcare and trauma support.Community leaders, including assembly members and traditional authorities, called for an urgent extension of the sea […]

Edem 4Style March 2, 2025

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Sallakope’s Struggle: A Village Vanishing into the Sea

For decades, Sallakope in the Ketu South Municipality thrived as a vibrant fishing community. Fishermen returned home daily with abundant catches, and hunger was almost unheard of. However, the once-distant sea—previously 500 meters away—has now crept dangerously close, standing just nine meters from the village.Relentless tidal waves have swallowed large portions of the land, forcing many residents into makeshift shelters. This year alone, another wave displaced 50 people, leaving a remaining population of about 1,500 living in fear of further destruction.During a recent visit, Volta Regional Minister James Gunu and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) CEO Professor Nana Ama Brown Klutse saw firsthand the devastation. The community's chief fisherman, Emmanuel Anum Tettey, painted a grim picture: fishing nets now pull up debris instead of fish, houses have been consumed by the sea, and even graves have been washed away. With no […]

Edem 4Style March 1, 2025

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Gabriel Kwamigah Denies $7 Million Gold Fraud Allegations.

Gabriel Adovoe Kwablah Kwamigah, a Volta Regional Council of State aspirant, has vehemently refuted accusations linking him to a $7 million gold fraud scheme. His campaign team dismissed these allegations as unfounded and part of a smear effort aimed at tarnishing his reputation.Kwamigah, a respected businessman, emphasized that he has never been involved in any fraudulent activity, stressing that his gold sector transactions are legitimate, supported by proper licenses, and adhere to national and international trade regulations.The campaign team called on the public to disregard these claims and focus on Mr. Kwamigah’s dedication to serving the Volta Region. They also reaffirmed his commitment to integrity and warned that legal actions would be pursued against anyone spreading defamatory accusations.

Edem 4Style February 4, 2025

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Volta Region to Host NAFAC 2026, Needs GH¢2M for Preparations.

The Volta Region has been chosen to host the 2026 National Festival of Arts and Culture (NAFAC), set for November 2026. This decision follows the region’s outstanding performance at NAFAC 2024, where it won multiple awards, including Best Costumes and Best Talents.The Volta Regional Director of the Centre for National Culture (CNC), Lydia Nyarko-Ampomah, revealed that GH¢2 million is needed to upgrade facilities in preparation for the festival. Planned renovations include improving the regional CNC center, event garden, and cultural village, along with constructing a perimeter fence.NAFAC 2026 is expected to attract visitors from across Ghana, the U.S., Europe, and the Caribbean. The event will feature exhibitions, stage performances, and cultural tours to attractions like Adaklu Mountain, Tafi Monkey Sanctuary, and Amedzofe.Nyarko-Ampomah has called on corporate organizations and individuals to support the initiative, emphasizing that the festival will boost the […]

Edem 4Style January 31, 2025

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Bushfires Ravage 78 High-Tension Poles in Volta and Oti Regions.

Since the beginning of 2025, bushfires have destroyed 78 high-tension electricity poles across 11 districts in Ghana's Volta and Oti regions, causing widespread power outages in several communities. Key affected areas include Ho, Hohoe, Ketu South, and Keta, as well as parts of Dambai, Kpeve, Sogakope, and Jasikan. The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has reported the destruction, estimating that replacing the poles will cost approximately GH₵686,346.Christine Jatoe-Kaleo, ECG's General Manager for Volta and Oti regions, shared that last year, 69 poles were lost to similar fires. The cause of these bushfires has largely been attributed to nomadic herdsmen, local farmers clearing land, and hunters. The destruction has left some communities in total darkness and posed safety risks due to fallen power cables.In response, the ECG has launched a public education campaign aimed at reducing bushfires, with initial efforts in […]

Edem 4Style January 28, 2025

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