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Maiden Ghana Cultural Week slated for March 11-15
Ghana Cultural Week, the flagship event of the Ghana Culture Forum aimed at commemorating Ghanaian culture and its place in national development is slated for March 11-15.
This year’s event would be the maiden edition; the celebration is extended for a week under the theme, “Cultivating Cultural Capital: Nurturing Ghana’s Legacy for Africa’s Renaissance.”
Since its launch in 2012, it has always been observed on March 14 every year through activities such as a symposium on a relevant, artistic emporium and others to showcase works of
Ghana’s cultural expressions.
Speaking at the launch of the Ghana Cultural Week at the Accra Digital Information Centre on Monday, March 4, Executive Director, of the National Commission on Culture and Director for Ghana Cultural Forum, Nana Otuo Owoahene Acheampong said, that before 2022, activities marking the Ghana Culture Day were observed in a day on March 14.
He said the quest to evolve the celebration and expand the scope of activities birthed the inter-school debate. The first
entertaining and educative debate was held during the 2022 edition of the Chana Culture Day celebrations.
“Today the celebration is being expanded to consist of activities spanning over a week and thus, the festival’s rebranding to reflect the scope,” he added.
The activities for this edition include a Fashion Dialogue on “Kente: Tradition, Modernity and Identity on March 11, an Inter-School debate on March 12, a Ghana Culture Day Symposium and presentation of the Africa Fashion Report on March 14 and a Film Screening and Dialogue on March 15.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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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.
