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Akyem Akrofofu citizens receive protective items
Personal Protective Equipment and relief items worth GH¢45,000.00 have been distributed to some aged, clinics, schools and religious organisations within the Akyem Akrofofu community in the Atiwa West Municipality in the Eastern Region as part of measures to contain the spread of COVID-19.
The PPE were separately procured by the Chief of Akyem Akrofofu, Osabarima Adigye Gyamfi and some citizens of Akrofofu residing in the United States of America (USA) and the United Kingdom (UK).
The items, which were distributed to the beneficiaries at a mini durbar, included thermometer guns, Veronica buckets, gallons of liquid soaps, hand sanitisers, face masks, tissue paper, wheel chairs, and bags of rice, among others.
Handing over the items, Osabarima Adigye Gyamfi said he bought part of the equipment at a cost of GH¢6,500.00 while the citizens in the diaspora also purchased the rest at the cost of USD 5,000.00.
He said that the health of the citizens was a priority, hence the need to give the protective equipment to the people.
“The traditional authority and citizens abroad are committed to ensuring that clinics, schools, and all religious organisations within the Akrofofu community are well protected against the disease,” he said.
The chief stated that though the community had not recorded any positive case of the disease, it was necessary to be proactive and prevent the virus from entering the community.
Osabarima Adigye Gyamfi, therefore, advised the residents to follow all the health and safety protocols to the letter.
Ms Nana Abena Adomah Bonsu, leader of Akrofofu citizens in the diaspora, also said the items were their contribution to the global fight against the pandemic.
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Government, GoldFields,reach agreement on Damang Mine
The Government of Ghana and Goldfields Ghana Limited have reached an amicable agreement on a transitional plan for the Damang Mine.
The operational modalities of the transition involve issuing a new 12-month mining lease to Goldfields’ subsidiary, Abosso Goldfields Limited, pending parliamentary ratification in
May 2025.
Under the new arrangement, Goldfields will resume open-pit mining during the transition period, safeguarding jobs and conducting feasibility studies to establish Damang’s reserves and mine life.
At the same time, the processing of existing stockpiles will continue under the supervision of a joint management team composed of representatives from the Government of Ghana
and Goldfields. The two parties will work in good faith to secure a successful transition and eventual transfer of a viable mine to Ghanaian ownership.
Both parties have agreed to advance discussions in good faith on the renewal of the lease for the Tarkwa mine, due in 2027, and pledged to work together to enhance Ghana’s
potential in the mining sector as a favourable investment destination,
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Ophelia Crossland appointed as new Creative Director of Nineteen57
In an exciting turn for Ghana’s fashion industry, celebrated designer Ophelia Crossland has officially assumed leadership of Nineteen57, the iconic menswear brand founded by her husband, Kofi Okyere-Darko (KOD).
This transition follows KOD’s recent appointment as Director of Diaspora Affairs at the Office of the President—a prestigious national role that reflects his continued service to Ghana on a global scale.
With this new chapter in public service, the reins of Nineteen57 have now passed to Ophelia Crossland, who will take on both the day-to-day operations and creative direction of the brand.
Ophelia Crossland, the CEO and founder of her eponymous womenswear label, brings over a decade of experience in luxury fashion.
Known for her keen eye for detail and mastery in haute couture, her leadership is expected to usher in a new era for Nineteen57—one that blends timeless African sophistication with modern sensibilities for the stylish gentleman.
“Nineteen57 has always stood for bold sophistication and African excellence,” said Ophelia Crossland. I’m excited to build on that legacy and explore new creative horizons with the team,” she said.
The transition marks a defining moment for the fashion power couple—Ophelia taking the creative lead in fashion innovation while KOD serves the nation in his new diplomatic role.
Together, they continue to elevate Ghana’s presence across fashion and governance.
