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Chale, Let’s Read 2023: Amandzeba, David Dontoh, Linda Ampah, other icons to read with participants
In the spirit of the UNESCO Accra World Book Capital Read Ghana Read Consult partnership with the Spanish Embassy in Accra, AECID (Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation), UNESCO Ghana and the Accra Metropolitan Assembly present.
“Chale, let’s read! 2023” a novel literary/reading campaign in Accra scheduled to take place at Jamestown, Accra.
The event is designed to host about 20 different activities on the day and will feature personalities such as Ghanaian creative giants including the legendary musician Amandzeba and actor David Dontoh.
Linda Ampah, an author, an international fashion designer and also resident judge of the biggest television reality show in Ghana “Ghana’s Most Beautiful Queen” will read her memoir “Portrait of the Pieces.”
Abeiku Santana, Prof. Lade Wosornu and Gifty Anti will also participate in this historical literary festival as Guest readers/panellists.
Oswald Okaitei, the producer of this literary initiative, emphasized that to meet the objective of the event, adequate sessions such as Book Party, Reading Concert, Read & Play Video Game, Blast a Balloon & Read Along, Accra Reads in the Street with the Mayor, Spain reads with Accra, Read & Bounce among others activities have been designed to be hosted.
He said this is aimed at exploring the fun aspects of reading, leisure reading.
One of the interesting additions to this maiden reading carnival is the Reading Concert with the Mishɛɛ Band; which will host readings, performances and dancing by participants.
Supporters of “Chale, let’s read! 2023” include the Ghana Association of Writers, Yumvita Ghana, Osu Children’s Library Fund, Play House.kom, Graphic Showbiz, Ghanaweb, Insight newspaper, Kantanka Tv, Yfm, Happy fm, Kiddie E-sports, Citi fm, Citi Tv, ATV, Writers Project and Ghana Publishers Association.
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Many SOEs have been used as mere instruments for personal wealth accumulation –Pres.Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has expressed concern over the misuse of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) for personal financial gain by individuals in leadership positions.
Speaking during a meeting with Chief Executives of specified entities under the State Interest and Governance Authority (SIGA) on Thursday, March 13, the President directly attributed the dire state of SOEs to their leadership, accusing chief executives, management teams, and governing boards of prioritising personal enrichment over organisational efficiency.
He pointed to bloated budgets, unjustified allowances, and unnecessary expenditures as factors draining public funds while SOEs continue to rely on government bailouts.
“Many SOEs have been used as mere instruments for personal wealth accumulation by appointees. The chief executives, management, and boards of these enterprises are responsible for this situation. Some SOEs have become perennial loss-makers, draining public funds with bloated budgets, unjustified allowances, and unnecessary expenditures while relying on government bailouts as if entitled to them. Many of these entities are at their lowest point in the entire history of the Fourth Republic,” he said.
President Mahama further noted that many SOEs have been plagued by inefficiencies, corruption, and mismanagement, leading to consistent financial losses. He cited the 2023 State Ownership Report by the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), which highlighted systemic inefficiencies and wasteful expenditures within these entities.
He therefore reaffirmed his commitment to reforming under-performing SOEs and ensuring they serve national interests.
He warned that loss-making SOEs will no longer be tolerated and will either be merged, privatised, or closed.
“I will assess you based on your performance. If you do not align with the pace of the reset agenda, you may be asked to step aside. If that adds to the horror movie, so be it,” he added.
Source: Myjoyonline.com
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Prophet Courage Heavens set to launch ‘Predestination’ book on March 23
Prophet Courage A. Heavens is set to launch the much-awaited book titled ‘Predestination’ on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 5:00PM.
The launch, which is expected to impact lives, will take place at Crossgates Ministries, Flattop, off N1 Highway, opposite Angel Hauz.
The book is aimed at addressing the way people struggle to understand how free will and destiny align.
It is also aimed at providing clarity on God’s sovereignty and one’s place in His divine plan.
The various chapters of the book address various issues through scriptures and personal stories.
Committed to impacting society, part of the proceeds from the book will go into Courage Heavens Education Legacy (CHEL), an educational foundation transforming lives.
CHEL is dedicated to providing financial support and mentorship to brilliant but needy students, ensuring they have access to quality education and opportunities for a better future.
Prophet Courage Heavens is a prolific writer and previously authored Eli Eli Lama Sabachthani, a powerful book that encourages unwavering faith in times of trials.
In addition, he has written seven more prophetic and life-changing books that are yet to be published.
He is dedicated to raising the next generation for impactful ministry. As the leader of Crossgates Ministries, he nurtures believers in faith and purpose.
