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Elite Helping Hand Foundation feeds homesless, underprivileged in Kumasi
The Elite Helping Hand Foundation, a nongovernmental organisation, in collaboration with KOFSA Constructions, took to the streets of Kumasi to spread hope and joy among the homeless and underprivileged.
It distributed over 600 packs of food, toiletries, and clothing an act which formed part of its annual charitable initiatives aimed at ensuring inclusivity and warmth during the festive season.
The outreach began from Adum Market and moved through Kejetia Market, and ended at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital. Street children, Kayayee (Head porters), and other street vendors along the stretch received packs of food, drinks, clothing and toiletries.
Established three years ago by a group of compassionate friends, the Elite Helping Hand Foundation is dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need.
Every year, the foundation undertakes projects, such as donations to orphanages and supporting vulnerable communities. This year’s theme, “Feed the Street,” highlighted the foundation’s unwavering commitment to fostering hope and inclusion.
Speaking at the end of the ceremony, coordinator of the foundation, Mr. Godwin Oppong Danso emphasised the importance of continuing to support underprivileged individuals to inspire hope for a brighter future.
Looking ahead into 2025, Mr. Danso shared the foundation’s goal of assisting new mothers in hospitals by providing essential toiletries and supplies, reaffirming their dedication to uplifting underserved communities.
The Elite Helping Hand Foundation’s efforts remain a testament to the power of compassion and collective action in transforming lives.
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COP Yohuno takes over from Dr.Dampare as new IGP
President John Dramani Mahama has in accordance with Articles 91 and 202 of the 1992 constitution and in consultation with the Council of State, appointed Commissioner of Police (COP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno as the Inspector-General of Police.
He replaces COP Dr. George Akuffo Dampare.
COP Yohuno brings forty years of experience to the position of IGP and is expected to oversee the modernization and transformation of the Ghana Police Service.
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Minister for the Interior Urges European Union to Improve on Collaboration and Support
The Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, commended the European Union (EU) for its continuous support and initiatives in Ghana and urged the Union to enhance collaboration and support with the Ministry and its agencies.
Ghana takes security issues seriously and will do everything possible to protect the peace and maintain security in the country, the Minister assured.
Other areas of collaboration discussed during the meeting aimed to improve the Ghana Prisons Service, particularly decongestion and equipment improvement.
Hon. Muntaka made these remarks while receiving a delegation from the EU, led by its Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Irchad Razaaly.
The delegation assessed the EU’s Defence and Security initiative in Ghana, as well as supporting the country’s security and defence capabilities.
The initiative is part of the EU’s integrated approach to tackling instability and insecurity challenges in the region.
The EU Security and Defence Initiative (EU SDI) in the Gulf of Guinea region is geared towards strengthening the security and defence capabilities of Ghana and effectively respond to security threats.
