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Turkish Ambassador pays courtesy call on Gender Minister
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, was pleased to welcome the Turkish Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Huseyin Gungor, during a courtesy call at the Ministry.
The Ambassador’s visit was to extend his congratulations to the Minister on her appointment and to explore avenues to strengthen bilateral ties between Turkey and Ghana, particularly through enhanced collaboration with the Ministry.
The engagement also aimed to promote goodwill and deepen mutual cooperation on shared development goals.
Ambassador Gungor emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts to address gender-related issues and to expand social safety nets for the poor and vulnerable. He expressed Turkey’s interest in supporting initiatives that protect and empower women, girls, and other marginalized groups.
Discussions also highlighted the need to leverage innovation, science, and technology as key tools in advancing gender equality and sustainable development.
Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to building strong partnerships that champion the rights, protection, and overall well-being of all individuals, particularly the vulnerable.
She further noted that gender-related issues remain a top priority for the government.
“The government is committed to bettering the lives of the people of Ghana by working tirelessly with all stakeholders to ensure equal rights, enhance social protection, and reduce vulnerability to its barest minimum,” she stated.
The visit marked an important step in fostering stronger diplomatic relations and unlocking new opportunities for cooperation between Ghana and Turkey in key sectors critical to national and social development.
Also present at the meeting was the Chief Director of the Ministry, Dr. Afisah Zakariah.
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GTDC rolls out Accra By Night Tour on Wednesday
The Ghana Tourism Development Company (GTDC) as part of efforts to ensure 24-hour Economy in tourism is rolling out Night Tour from Wednesday, April 30, 2025.
This forms part of initiatives outlined the Chief Executive Officer of GTDC, Professor Kobby Mensah, for the growth of the tourism industry.
In all, he has created about twelve tourism products and services together with his team.
One of those products, which is Night Tour, he believes, ties into the NDC’s 24-hour Economy concept.
Starting from tomorrow, Wednesday, April 30, 2025, patrons will converge at the Accra Tourist Information Centre at exactly 7pm for the maiden trip.
Accra By Night, will run from 7pm to 3am.
This would be interspersed with food, drinks, music, and other fun activities.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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President Mahama launches Ghana Medical Trust Fund to support chronic diseases care
The President of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, has officially launched the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, also known as The MahamaCares, a landmark initiative aimed at providing financial assistance to individuals living with chronic diseases across the country.
The Fund seeks to cover the cost of care and medication for Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) not currently included under the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), thereby complementing it by supporting critical aspects of these conditions.
Additionally, the Fund will invest in health infrastructure, medical equipment, specialist training, and research to enhance access to quality healthcare.
Delivering the keynote address at the launch ceremony, President Mahama described the Fund as a vital component of his administration’s broader agenda to build a resilient and inclusive health system.
He emphasized that MahamaCares is designed to support specialist-level treatment for a wide range of chronic illnesses, including cancers, cardiovascular diseases, chronic kidney failure, stroke, among others.
The President underscored the importance of collective responsibility in ensuring that every Ghanaian, regardless of income or location, has access to essential healthcare.
Also speaking at the event, the Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, hailed the initiative as a groundbreaking intervention that reflects the President’s deep empathy for individuals burdened by chronic NCDs.
He described MahamaCares as a bold step toward greater equity and compassion in healthcare financing.
The Minister called on all heads of agencies under the Ministry of Health, as well as collaborating institutions critical to the implementation of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, to offer their full support.
“Together, we can ensure the successful realization of this transformative, life-changing initiative,” he stated.
He emphasized the Ministry’s commitment to providing quality, affordable, and accessible healthcare to all Ghanaians and identified the Ghana Medical Trust Fund as a key instrument in achieving that vision.
The event brought together key stakeholders from the health sector, civil society, and development partners.
