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MTN Ghana Foundation commemorates World Blood Donor Day
MTN Ghana Foundation recently joined other corporate institutions to commemorate World Blood Donor Day to draw attention to the role voluntary blood donations play in saving lives.
This year’s World Blood Donor Day was commemorated under the theme, “Donating blood is an act of solidarity: Join the effort and save lives.”
World Blood Donor Day is celebrated each year on June 14 to raise awareness on the need for safe blood and blood products and to thank blood donors for saving the life of others.
Commenting on the celebration, the Acting Chief Corporate Services Officer of MTN Ghana, Nana Kofi Asare acknowledged the effort of individuals who took the initiative to voluntarily donate blood and also called on other eligible donors to do same at regular intervals.
In recognition of its efforts, MTN Ghana Foundation was adjudged the highest corporate blood donor in 2013, second highest corporate donor in 2014 and one of the highest corporate donors in 2015.
Blood is a critical component in the health care delivery system, especially for planned and emergency medical conditions. Yet blood is not always available in a timely manner as records always indicate lack of blood in blood banks across Ghana.
It is against this background that MTN Ghana Foundation has over the years organised its annual blood donation campaign dubbed “Save a Life” to support efforts in restocking blood banks across the country and help create awareness on the need for safe blood.
The Foundation in 2021 constructed and handed over a blood bank for the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Unit of the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital which is helping reduce maternal and infant mortality.
By Spectator Reporter
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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.
