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Ghana Post To The Deliver New-Chip Embedded Passport.

Ghana post, an agency under the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has been designated as the courier service provider for the new chip-embedded passports.

The passports feature enhanced security and comply with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) guidelines.

Ghana Post will deliver the passports within 15 days of application and applicants without home addresses can collect them at nearby Ghana Post offices.

The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations Samuel Nartey George (MP) joined the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa at the launch of the new chip-embedded passport held at the passport office headquarters in Accra.

Mr.Samuel Nartey George indicated that Ghana posts role in passport delivery aims to ensure secure and efficient delivery of passports to citizens.

He stated, that with Ghana post logistics expertise they can track, prevent losses and provide timely update when the need arises”.

“This partnership will enhance the overall passport application experience, ensuring citizens receive their documents safely and efficiently”, he added.

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Strengthening Diplomatic Ties: US Ambassador meets Interior Minister

Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak received the Ambassador Virginia Palmer, US Ambassador to Ghana in his office in Accra.

The meeting, focused on strengthening bilateral ties and discussing mutual interests and officially inform the Minister of the end of her duty tour in Ghana.

Muntaka Mubarak outlined key areas of interest of the Ministry, and explored opportunities for continued collaboration.

The Minister also commended Amb. Palmer for her contributions to the Interior Ministry and its agencies, highlighting the progress made in U.S.-Ghana relations.

Amb. Virginia Palmer thanked the Minister for his support during her tenure in Ghana and assured him of the continuous support of the US government not just to the Interior Ministry but Ghana as a whole.

The discussions underscored the strong partnership between the Ghana and US with both sides expressing commitment to strengthening ties in areas of mutual benefit.

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Ministry of Health commends partners for supporting MahamaCares

The Ministry of Health has expressed its profound appreciation to Telecel Ghana, Alive Industries, East Cantonment Pharmacy, and KMI Energies for their generous contributions to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (MahamaCares), an initiative aimed at providing financial assistance to individuals living with chronic diseases across the country.

Telecel Ghana has pledged to support the initiative by equipping three (3) healthcare centers with HPV testing kits, digital colposcopes, and biopsy instruments.

The donation, which will also cover operational costs for these facilities over two years, is expected to enable the screening of at least 5,000 women in the first year, offering free diagnostic services to underserved communities.

Additionally, Alive Industries has donated ₵500,000.00, East Cantonment Pharmacy has contributed ₵50,000.00, and KMI Energies has supported the initiative with ₵5,000.00.

These contributions are expected to significantly strengthen the MahamaCares initiative and help expand its reach and impact nationwide.

The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, praised the efforts of the contributing organizations and emphasized the importance of public-private partnerships in improving national health outcomes.