Author: Esi Abokomah

Training for cooperative groups has officially begun in Ellembelle, representing another significant milestone in the nationwide implementation of the rCOMSDEP initiative. The training sessions, led by industry experts, are focused on equipping participants with essential knowledge and practical skills to strengthen cooperative structures. Key areas of instruction include improving regulatory compliance, promoting responsible mining practices, and enhancing organisational efficiency within the small-scale mining sector. The programme forms part of the government’s broader strategy to formalise artisanal and small-scale mining across the country. By building the capacity of local cooperatives, authorities aim to ensure that mining activities are carried out sustainably…

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Ghanaians will continue to buy sachet water at current prices after the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry stepped in to halt a planned price adjustment that was set to take effect Monday, April 6. The Ministry announced in a press release that the Ghana Plastic Manufacturers Association (GPMA) and the National Association of Sachet and Packaged Water Producers (NASPAWAP) have agreed to suspend the planned increase, describing the decision as a reflection of the government’s commitment to consumer protection and market stability. “The Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness & Industry wishes to commend Ghana Plastic Manufacturers Association (GPMA) and the…

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The Youth Employment Agency (YEA) has denied claims that it spent GH¢9 million on a turkey berries production programme, stressing that no such programme exists under the agency. The clarification comes amid circulating reports alleging that the agency allocated a significant sum to support the cultivation of the crop.In a statement, the Director of Corporate Affairs at YEA, Suadique Musah, rejected the claims as false and misleading. He emphasised that the agency has not undertaken any initiative related to turkey berries production, and no payments of that nature have been made. “No such programme exists at YEA; no such payment…

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