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Girls in ICT Initiative brings hope to South Tongu

Some of the girls in the ICT programme

Some female students and guardians in the South Tongu District of the Volta Region are excited about the government’s Girls in ICT initiative, which aims to empower them with essential skills in Information and Communication Technology.

The programme, set to continue this year, has sparked hope among the girls, who believe it will enhance their digital literacy and employability.

Ms. Mary Avli, a past student of the Sogakope Senior High School disclosed to the Ghana News Agency that she had always been interested in technology, and this initiative was great opportunity for her to acquire skills that would help secure a good job.

“I’m particularly interested in cyber security, and I believe this programme will give me the expertise I need to succeed in this field.

Some other female students in the district shared Ms. Avli’s sentiments, stating that the programme would trigger a chance to bridge the gender digital divide and promote their participation in the technology industry.

Some guardians in the district also welcomed the initiative, believing it would help mitigate social vices and empower their wards to become great leaders.

“I’m thrilled about this programme,” Madam Helen Doe, a guardian, said.

She mentioned that the initiative would not only equip her ward with valuable skills but also deter her from teenage pregnancy and drug abuse.

Some of the guardians lauded the government and entreated that the initiative be maintained and executed in all parts of the country.

The Girls in ICT initiative has garnered support from the community, with many stakeholders optimistic about its potential to transform the lives of young girls in the district. –GNA

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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.