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Raymond Addai Danquah: Elevating Community Support Through RAD Kitchen’s CSR Initiatives
On Sunday, July 14, 2024, Banker and philanthropist Raymond Addai Danquah, who also serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of RAD Kitchen, a rapidly growing restaurant in Accra known for its quality meals, demonstrated his unwavering commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility(CSR) through a significant contribution to the La Police Station.
Mr. Raymond Addai Danquah popularly known as RAD personally spearheaded the renovation of the La Police Station, a project that underscores his dedication to giving back to the community where he grew up.
The extensive renovations included painting the entire station, creating new office space, replacing window nets and buttons, and donating an air conditioner for the Station Officer’s office.
Additionally, he provided the station with new barricades and a dozen reflective vest to enhance their patrol operations.
In his brief remarks during the presentation, Mr. Addai Danquah expressed his heartfelt connection to La, a suburb of Accra.
“Growing up in La, I have always felt a deep sense of duty to support my community. This is my way of giving back, a small token of appreciation for the police who tirelessly maintain law and order. I hope to do even more in the future to uplift this community,” he stated.
The La District Commander, ASP/Ms Patience Klomegah, expressed her gratitude on behalf of the entire police force. She acknowledged the importance of Mr Addai Danquah’s contributions, stating, “We are extremely satisfied and appreciative of the support from Mr. Raymond Addai Danquah. His generous gesture will significantly enhance our working conditions, and we promise to make the best use of these resources to serve the community better.”
In her official statement, ASP/Ms Patience Klomegah remarked, “The La District Police Command was privileged to have Mr. Raymond Addai Danquah of RAD GROUP presenting to us four barricades, twelve reflective vests, and an air conditioner after painting our building and portions of the barracks. I would like to, on behalf of the Inspector General of Police, Accra Regional Police Commander, Cantonments Divisional Commander, and the La District Command, say a very big thank you to him for availing himself to be used by God Almighty to support us with these items. This will go a long way in enhancing our work.”
She added, “We pray that wherever these came from, be replenished in multiple folds, and as the saying goes, ‘Oliver asks for more’, our palms are wide open for more. In fact, my men and I are very happy, and we promise to deliver as expected of us. Thank you, and God bless you.”
Looking ahead, Mr. Addai Danquah has expressed his desire to continue supporting the La community and other areas in need.
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Youth urged to take proactive stance on ozone depletion
•Mr Joseph Amankwah, first counting from, some officials from EPA and UNDP in group picture with the student
Mr Joseph Amankwah, the Director of Ozone Layer and Climate Change at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), has urged the youth to take a proactive stance on issues related to ozone depletion, emphasising that their future would be most affected by its consequences.
Speaking during a student engagement event at the Ghana Secondary School (GHANASS) in Koforidua, he highlighted the critical role young people played in tackling climate-related challenges.
Mr Amankwah explained that human activities, such as the use of certain chemicals, were significantly contributing to the depletion of the ozone layer and driving climate change.
He said it was important to educate the youth on these issues, encouraging them to share this knowledge with their families to foster a broader understanding and active participation in climate action.
He urged the education sector to integrate lessons on the ozone layer, the causes of its depletion, and its links to climate change into the curriculum.
The event, organised by the EPA in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), was designed to foster environmental awareness and promote a sense of responsibility among young people.
Mr Amankwah noted that ozone layer depletion was affecting everyone, including children, as it alters weather patterns and threatens the natural environment.
He highlighted the need for young people to develop ‘green skills’ to adapt to the challenges of climate change and to understand ways to combat it.
He added that World Ozone Day, observed every September, would focus on youth engagement in environmental issues, to help them understand the long-term consequences of ozone depletion and climate change.
Mr Amankwah also discussed the harmful impact of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), a major chemical contributor to ozone depletion.
He explained that household appliances such as refrigerators and air conditioners were common sources of CFC emissions in Ghana.
Many uncertified technicians work on these appliances, often releasing harmful chemicals into the atmosphere due to improper handling, he noted.
To address this, he urged appliance repairers to obtain proper certification and training, emphasising that unqualified repairs not only harm the environment but also endangered public health.
From Ama Tekyiwaa Ampadu Agyeman,
Koforidua
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Small-scale miners schooled on health hazards of mining with mercury
Mr Lovelace Sarpong (right) addressing the participants
Some Artisanal and Small-Scale Miners in the Ashanti and Central regions have been sensitised on the potential health dangers humans are exposed to with the use of mercury in gold processing.
The sensitisation which was organised by PlanetGOLD Ghana project was to raise awareness about the negative impacts on the use of mercury in mining activities.
According to the PlanetGOLD Ghana Project Coordinator, Mr Lovelace Sarpong, the use of mercury in artisanal small-scale mining pose health challenges that affects the nervous, digestive and immune systems, lungs and kidneys; and may be fatal.
Some Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) that benefited from the exercise were Amansie Central, Asante Akim North, Amansie South, Amansie West, Bekwai, and Adansi North in the Ashanti Region, and Upper Denkyira East (Dunkwa-on-Offin) and Upper Denkyira West (Diaso) in the Central Region.
Additionally, he said inorganic salts of mercury were corrosive to the skin, eyes and gastrointestinal tract, and may induce kidney toxicity if ingested.
He stated that the PlanetGOLD Project has conducted several initiatives to raise awareness on reducing mercury exposure among artisanal and small-scale gold mining actors in the country.
It was to promote mercury-free mining practices in line with Ghana’s obligations under the Minamata Convention on Mercury, support the formalisation of the ASGM sector while advocating the adoption of the CRAFT Code and responsible supply chains, and raise awareness on the availability of mercury-free alternatives.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Area Head for Konongo, Mr Dawood Abbas, underscored the importance of government’s environmental regulations and EPA’s role in ensuring compliance within the ASGM sector.
He encouraged miners to prioritise environmental stewardship to gain community trust and secure a Social License to Operate (SLO) and reaffirmed the Agency’s commitment to enforce its commitments under the Minamata Convention.
BY Cecilia Lagba Yada
