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ECG Promises Volta Residents a “Bright Christmas” with Stable Power Supply.

The Volta Regional Manager of ECG, Christina Jatoe Kaleo, has reassured residents of reliable electricity during the Christmas season. Addressing past billing challenges, she shared the company’s progress, including resolving 90% of issues and establishing a 24/7 call center for customer support.Ms. Kaleo urged energy conservation, warned against illegal connections, and highlighted measures like new substations and upgrades to ensure uninterrupted power. She also called for public vigilance against bushfires damaging infrastructure, pledging informant rewards for credible reports.The ECG team is committed to making this festive season free of power disruptions while improving customer satisfaction.

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ECG to Pilot Smart Pre-Payment System in Volta Region in 2025.

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) is set to launch a new pre-payment system for non-smart prepaid meter users in the Volta Region. The system will allow customers to purchase credit conveniently using a Brassica prepaid card reader and the Brassica App, eliminating the need to visit vendors.Christina Kaleo-Jatoe, ECG's General Manager for the Volta and Oti Regions, announced that the pilot will start in the first quarter of 2025 with 200 meters in the Ho and Hohoe districts. This move is part of ECG's efforts to resolve issues faced by clients, especially during odd hours.The initiative relies on internet connectivity and will eventually expand across the region based on network strength. Customers will use mobile money wallets through the app to purchase credit seamlessly.Additionally, ECG is undertaking infrastructure upgrades in the Volta and Oti Regions to ensure reliable power […]

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Awudome SHS Takes Bold Stand Against Sexual Harassment with New Guidelines.

Awudome Senior High School in the Volta Region has launched new anti-sexual harassment and sexual misconduct guidelines aimed at tackling abuse within the school community. The initiative is designed to encourage victims to speak out by providing clear, accessible information on how to report incidents of harassment.The school’s headmaster, Courage Meteku, emphasized the importance of this detailed and simplified reporting system, which includes both verbal and digital channels to ensure confidentiality and safety for students. The digital platform allows students to report incidents from home, making it easier for them to come forward without fear of retaliation.The launch took place during the "Orange the World 16 Days of Advocacy" campaign at the school, with a focus on raising awareness about gender-based violence. The Volta Regional Director of Education, Francis Agbemadi, praised the school for breaking the culture of silence around […]

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Togbe Afede’s Aviation Academy Project Faces Delays Despite $32K Deposit to GACL.

The Agbogbomefia of the Asogli State, Togbe Afede XIV, is facing setbacks in his efforts to establish a Pilot Training School in Ho, Volta Region. Despite making a $32,445 deposit—30% of the required payment—to the Ghana Airport Company Limited (GACL) in June 2023, the project remains stalled due to inaction from the airport authority.The academy, planned for the Ho Airport, aims to train pilots and aviation personnel while creating jobs and boosting the regional economy. According to the Asogli State Council, the delay reflects a lack of commitment from GACL, despite Togbe’s investment.The Ho Airport, completed in 2018 at a cost of $25 million, has struggled to operate effectively, leaving it underutilized. Togbe Afede’s proposed school could revitalize the airport and transform it into a regional aviation hub.The Asogli State Council has criticized the airport authority, stating, “The negligence and […]

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Ho Teaching Hospital Unveils New Facilities to Transform Healthcare.

The Ho Teaching Hospital (HTH) in the Volta Region has inaugurated five cutting-edge facilities to improve healthcare delivery. These include a CT scan unit, a Family Health Centre, consulting rooms for Psychological Medicine, a Pharmacy Complex, and a new annex along the Ho-Kpetoe Road.HTH CEO, Dr. John Tampouri, highlighted the importance of these projects in enhancing patient care, service delivery, and research, noting that client numbers have surged from 350,000 in 2019 to over 780,000 in 2024. He emphasized that the new facilities would ease pressure on existing resources and support patient-centered care.Board member Dr. Prince Sodoke Amouzu revealed their vision of transforming HTH into a medical tourism hub, citing achievements like acquiring CT scan machines, restructuring management, and improving community healthcare services.Volta Regional Minister Dr. Archibald Yao Letsa praised the hospital’s efforts, aligning them with Sustainable Development Goal 3 […]

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Hohoe Celebrates Opening of New 7,000-Seat Stadium.

Hohoe in the Volta Region has unveiled a new 7,000-seat stadium, marking a milestone in local sports development. The project, initially conceived in 2005 by MP John Peter Amewu when he was Municipal Chief Executive, was designed to nurture athletic talent in the region. Despite a pause in construction after Amewu left office in 2008, the project resumed in 2016 with support from local chiefs, private individuals, and the community.Amewu, recalling the humble beginnings of the project with 120,000 concrete blocks intended for a hotel, emphasized the stadium’s potential to cultivate future sports stars. Already, local athletes have caught the attention of national and international scouts, and plans to expand the stadium are underway. Amewu hopes to see players from Hohoe represent Ghana’s Black Stars in the future.

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EC Destroys Defective Ballot Papers for Ahafo, Volta Regions.

The Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana has destroyed defective ballot papers intended for the Ahafo and Volta regions ahead of the December 7 elections. These materials were discarded due to serialisation errors during printing.The destruction occurred on November 21, 2024, at the Adipa Waste Management Centre near Nsawam, in the presence of political party representatives, the National Intelligence Bureau, the Ghana Police Service, and media.Key Details:Affected Ballots: 184 presidential and 66 parliamentary bags for the Volta Region; 67 presidential and 21 parliamentary bags for the Ahafo Region.Total Papers Destroyed: Thousands of ballot paper booklets, with varying leaflets.Asante Kissi, Deputy Director of Electoral Services, assured the public of the EC's transparency and commitment to electoral integrity, highlighting that disposal certificates were signed by all stakeholders.Reprints for the affected ballots are being handled by Bucks Press and Acts Commercials.

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Ketu South MP Commissions Ultra-Modern Paediatric Emergency Unit.

The Ketu South Municipal Hospital now boasts a 10-bed, state-of-the-art paediatric emergency unit, commissioned by the Member of Parliament for Ketu South, Abla Dzifa Gomashie. This milestone aims to elevate the quality of child healthcare within the municipality and its surrounding areas.Speaking at the ceremony on November 20, 2024, Volta Regional Director of Health Services, Dr. Chrysantus Kubio, highlighted the critical need for the facility, stating that it will significantly improve the hospital's ability to handle paediatric emergencies effectively.Abla Dzifa Gomashie expressed gratitude to all contributors and called for further support to address other healthcare challenges in the municipality. "We need partnerships to build a dental unit and equip CHPS compounds for holistic healthcare delivery," she said.The hospital's medical superintendent, Dr. Alphonse Makafui Dzakpasu, praised the unit's impact, noting it addresses previous challenges where paediatric cases were managed in the […]

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Two in Critical Condition After Immigration Officers Clash with Shia Residents in Volta Region.

Tensions flared in Shia, a border community in the Ho Municipality, after a dispute between Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) officers and okada riders escalated, leaving two residents critically injured.The conflict began on November 14 with a disagreement and culminated on November 15 when armed GIS officers reportedly stormed the area. Residents reacted by blocking access roads to the GIS office and burning tires in protest.The injured individuals are receiving treatment at a local health facility, while eyewitness accounts, like that of Kuzor Jonas, describe the confrontation as chaotic and alarming.Shia, located along Ghana’s border, remains on edge as the community grapples with the aftermath of the clash. Efforts to mediate between the parties are expected to follow.

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EC to Reprint Volta and Ahafo Ballot Papers Over Serial Number Errors.

The Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana has announced the reprinting of ballot papers for the Volta and Ahafo regions after detecting serial number errors. These errors, which compromise the integrity of the papers, were discovered before distribution.The EC will destroy the faulty ballots in the presence of political party representatives, who will sign certificates to confirm the destruction. New printing houses, Bulk and Acts Commercials, have been commissioned to produce fresh ballot papers. This decision was communicated during an emergency Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting on November 15, 2024.The EC assures that measures are in place to rectify the issues and maintain transparency ahead of the 2024 elections.

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