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Dr. Doris Dartey’s first anniversary ….family launches two books in her memory
The family of the late Dr. Doris Yaa Dartey has launched two books to mark the first anniversary of the passing of the renowned journalist.
The books titled “The Watch Woman” and “When Breast Cancer Strikes” were launched last Wednesday in Accra.
“The Watch Woman” is a compilation of features and articles written by the late Dr. Dartey during the 12-years that she wrote in The Spectator newspaper as columnist. The book focuses on issues pertaining to the environment, sanitation, health, children, gender, politics, economics, and human rights.”
“When Breast Cancer Strikes,” on the other hand recounts Dr Dartey’s six years personal experience with breast cancer.
In a review, Dr Lord Mawuko Yevugah, a political economist, described “The Watch Woman” as “an important addition to the repertoire of social, political and economic history of this country and a very useful reference for future historians and people who would wish to capture contemporary issues for posterity.”
Dr Florence Dedey, a Surgeon commended the book “When Breast Cancer Strikes” as it, among other things, campaigns for seeking early diagnosis and regular breast screening among other for achieving the fight against breast cancer.
Chairman of the National Media Commission (NMC), Mr Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh, who launched the book “The Watch Woman” described the late Dr Dartey “as bold and assertive and an exceptional writer”, and charged journalists to follow the steps of the author to excel in their journalism field.
Mr Affail Monney, President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), touched on the polarisation of the media landscape in the country and advised practitioners to perform their functions devoid of partisan politics.
“The best tribute Ghanaian journalists can pay to Dr. Dartey is to let her qualities nourish their journalistic output at all times.
“The GJA would do all it can to immortalise Dr Dartey’s name for her abosulte fidelity to the fundamental principles of journalism and titanium tenacity to cause of social activism.” he said.
He further challenged the media community to produce more seasoned journalists like the “iconic” Dr Dartey.
Former Editor of Ghanaian Times and former President of the GJA, Ms Ajoa Yeboah-Afari launched the second book “When Breast Cancer Strikes” and called on women to periodically go for checkups to ensure they were always at the peak of the stable health conditions.
Mr Kwasi Djan Apenteng, Board Member of the Doris Dartey Foundation, pledged to personally fund a ‘Doris Dartey Award’ for the best student journalist in features writing in subsequent GJA awards.
The chairperson for the occasion, Madam Elizabeth Adjei, former Director General of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) said that the late Dr Doris Dartey was an extraordinary journalist, who was dedicated to serving her country through her writings.
Three copies of each book were auctioned at GH₵6,600.00 and the proceeds donated to The Doris Dartey Foundation. The books are available at local bookshops across the country for GH¢200 for ‘The Watchwoman’ and GH¢100 for ‘When Breast Cancer Strikes’.
By Portia Hutton-Mills
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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.
