Yesudem Coy Ltd takes delivery of Kenyan batteries for Ghanaian market
Officials at the function pose behind some of the batteries
A clarion call has once again gone up to African countries to promote trade among themselves by purchasing locally manufactured products on the continent.
The initiative when given the chance would create more jobs and enough wealth for the youth.
The Kenyan High Commissioner to Ghana, MrEliphasMugendiBarine said this when he unveiled 1,000 car batteries manufactured in Kenya by the Kenya Associated Battery Manufacturing (ABM) EA Ltd, at a ceremony at the Agility Logistics Park at Tema.
He said Africa was endowed with immense resources and wealth and that there was the need for individuals and entrepreneurs to invest their monies in trading to support the aspirations of the continent to develop through trade links.
Making reference to the ‘Ghana Beyond Aid’ initiative, he said the continent could do better than it had achieved, and therefore, appealed to Africans to re-direct their decision on trade within the continent and encourage one another along the way.
He said forging closer links with one another in trade and investment was the best way to change the African continent in 10 years.
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Yesudem Company Limited (Ghana), Ghanaian importer of the batteries, Mrs. Gifty Fianu called on Ghanaians to patronise the product, adding that the first samples of the products were brought into the country and tested by the Ghana Standards Authority, and thatrecommendations were made to the manufacturers before the arrival of the final products.
She assured Ghanaians that the batteries were durable, affordable with 12 months guarantee.
MrsFianu advised customers to disabuse their minds of the saying that African products were of inferior quality.
Present at the function were representatives of (ABM) EA Ltd and other stakeholders.
By Raymond Kyekye
News
Heritage Month Ghana trends
Since the institution of the Heritage Month celebration in Ghana, it has offered citizens opportunities of a lifetime to learn about their cultures and lifestyles.
Ghana’s version is observed in the month of March, coinciding with the country’s Independence Day celebrations on March 6.
Show host, George Sappor in full
regalia as a traditional leader
outfit to mark Independence Day and
Heritage Month. She usually does it with
husband and best friend, Kofi Aduonum
but in his absence, she maintained the
poise to attract the atte
Heritage Month features festivals, food fairs, arts, crafts, and music events to highlight the economic and social value of preserving national heritage.
Though a brainchild of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), the celebration has been driven to greater heights by local media with the organisation of several events to create the needed euphoria.
at Original TV gave
culture a touch of ‘old
school’ in her presentation
last Tuesday to wow
her audience as part of
the station’s Heritage
Month celebration
Among the events are the Heritage Caravan and Back To Your Village Food Bazaar powered by Accra-based Citi FM and Citi TV, Wear Ghana Festival and the Gɔbɛ festival powered by 3News.
The Heritage Caravan is a road trip which takes patrons across more than half of Ghana’s regions to offer a distinctive road trip that allows participants to explore the various regions of Ghana, providing an up-close encounter with the country’s historical and cultural heritage.
In addition to these roles played by the media, news anchors and other presenters appear on screens immaculately garbed in locally made outfits, bringing out the beauty of our traditions.
Today, The Spectator newspaper selected a few of the media personalities that are working to give the celebration a global dimension to project the country.
By Andrew Nortey
Entertainment
Miss Ghana 2025 finalists unveiled
The talented 16 contestants have been unveiled at a grand ceremony held at the Tang Palace Hotel in Accra last Saturday.
These finalists made the cut following gruelling auditions in November 2024, where young women from across the country showcased their beauty, intelligence, and passion for service.
According to the organisers, the search is for a queen who exemplifies selflessness, intelligence, discipline, and dedication to societal service.
The contestants will go through calculated weekly tasks ahead of the highly anticipated grand finale on March 29, 2025.
Each contestant will now represent their respective regions as they compete for the prestigious Miss Ghana 2025 crown.
Organised by Exclusive Events Ghana and Miss Ghana Foundation, the Miss Ghana pageant is more than just a beauty competition.
As part of the modalities, the winner will not only represent Ghana on the global stage at Miss World but will also lead charitable initiatives under the Miss Ghana Foundation, focusing on supporting vulnerable communities.
The contestants expressed their readiness to prove their mettle in the competition for the ultimate.
This year’s pageant is being sponsored by Bullet TV and supported by Gold Presence, Tang Palace Hotel, Belaqua, Bel Beverages Ghana, Pippa’s Health Centre, Central Hotel, Accra, Airport Women’s Hospital, Renault Ghana, and Premium Motors Limited.
The rest include Dainess Chefs School, Eye360security, Hottees Ghana, Dyeweb fabrics, BELLE cosmetics, Akagres bakery, Blaq travels and Kingdom Books & Stationery among others.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
