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NCCE holds mentorship programme for Ashaiman students

NCCE officials and students at the programme

The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) in collaboration with Opportunity International Savings and Loans has held a mentorship programme for students of the Ashaiman Technical Vocational Institute on entrepreneurship.

The programme which was on the theme “Ghana’s Future: Our Collective Responsibility” was aimed at empowering the next generation of leaders to build a brighter, more prosperous future.

Mrs. Salvata M. Koku, the Ashaiman Municipal Director of NCCE, noted that the programme was organised to bring entrepreneurs with expertise to educate the students on their career path.

Dr. Imurana Mohammed, Director of Programmes, NCCE, emphasised the importance of value, adding that for students to excel, they must uphold certain values such as time management and dedication.

He stressed that values make a difference in every field; therefore, students must be passionate and sincere and work professionally with excellence and commitment to their duties.

Madam Dinah Kakari, the Head of Transformation for Opportunity International Savings and Loans, reiterated the importance of values, indicating that without good values, one could not handle works that involve money, noting that there was a link between values and financial success.

She advised students to show interest in investment and budget for financial transformation, cautioning them against engaging in illegal activities to make money.

“Avoid using bad and illegal ways like cheating, robbery, internet fraud, drugs, prostitution, adultery, hatred, human sacrifices, and selling of bad goods to make money. Start saving now, at least 10 per cent of your daily monies,” she said.

Miss Jaliilatu Alhassan, Chief Executive Officer of Hajia Luxury Empire, highlighted the importance of education, encouraging them to focus and participate in school activities.

Miss Alhassan explained that they must recognise that their future was in their hands; therefore, they should make good decisions as they grow.

She stressed that entrepreneurship was something that was built over time; therefore, they should not compete with anyone but rather focus on themselves for greater achievements. –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.