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IFMA-Ghana trains 9 new facility managers
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The Ghana Chapter of the International Facility Management Association (IFMA-Ghana) has certified nine new facility managers following successful completion of a week-long training programme.
The trainees, who ended the Facility Management Professional (FMP) course last Friday at Ensign Global College at Kpong, brought to 90 the number of practitioners trained by IFMA-Ghana in four years.
They were assessed in modules such as Operations and Maintenance, Project Management, Leadership and Strategy, Business and Finance, facilitated by IMFA Qualified Instructor, Mr. John Anthony Vinken.
Speaking after the session, Mr. Sampson Opare-Ayemang, President of IMFA-Ghana, said the course enabled participants to appreciate their role, take up new assignments and execute their functions with the requisite expertise within the sector.
He said the poor maintenance routine of some public facilities in the country implied that there must be qualified personnel to manage and ensure the longevity of private and public properties.
In this regard, Mr. Opare-Ayemang said IFMA-Ghana would continue to roll out programmes as part of its mission to develop the capacity of facility managers in the country.
The trainees described the course as a great learning experience that will propel them to make positive impact at their workplaces.
“It has been great sharing ideas and comparing notes with people from my industry. The serene environment helped to concentrate on the course and I am glad I took this decision,” Ms. Dzifa Nuer said.
Ms. Caroline Frimpong Apenteng, another trainee was pleased to be certified after working in the facility management sector for the past 15 years and thanked IFMA-Ghana for the opportunity.
Mr. John Digber, a trainee also encouraged practitioners to take up the course to broaden their scope and expertise in the industry.
‘’When the foundation of a building is weak, the absence of a Facility Management Professional will expose you,” Mr Prince Henry Botwe, an FMP, noted and urged individuals to sign up to courses which would “propel their career to the next level.”
Founded in 1980, IFMA is the world’s largest and most widely recognised association for supporting over 20,000 members in more than 100 countries. The association, among other objectives, aims to “lead the future of the built environment to make the world a better place.”
The Ghana Chapter, apart from training new and existing members, leads advocacy to ensure public and private structures remain in good shape.
By Ernest Nutsugah
It was a night of intellect, eloquence and culture as contestants of the 2026 Miss Tourism Ghana took centre stage at the Coconut Grove Regency Hotel for the Debate and Culture Night last Saturday.
The event, which forms part of activities leading up to the grand finale, saw the ladies move beyond beauty to battle with ideas, facts and opinions on a topic critical to the tourism industry.
The contestants debated the topic: The Importance of Traditional and Digital Media on Promotion of Tourism.
For the debate, the contestants were grouped into two teams of four, each tasked with defending a side of the argument.
It was a fierce but respectful exchange. The team arguing for traditional media described it as the trust builder, emphasising its credibility, mass reach, and its power to tell in-depth, emotional stories through television documentaries, radio and newspaper features.
They argued that traditional media still shapes public opinion and influences policy decisions in the tourism sector.
On the other side, the proponents of digital media raised salient points about its unmatched advantages in the modern era.
They highlighted its global reach at low cost, its two-way interaction that allows tourists to share real experiences and reviews, its ability to target specific audiences, and its measurable results where clicks, views and bookings can be tracked.
After heated arguments and rebuttals, both teams arrived at a powerful consensus that drew applause from the audience.
They concluded that without traditional media, tourism promotion lacks credibility and depth, and without digital media, it lacks reach, engagement and sales.
The judges and patrons agreed that the debate underscored a crucial lesson for Ghana’s tourism drive: for a country blessed with rich cultural heritage, colourful festivals, historic forts and castles, diverse wildlife and pristine beaches, the winning formula lies in combining the storytelling power of traditional media with the viral power of digital media to attract both domestic and international tourists.
The night was not only about debate, as the contestants also dazzled in cultural wear, showcasing the beauty and diversity of Ghanaian culture.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Veteran Ghanaian Actress Grace Nortey has reportedly passed away on Wednesday August 26, 2026.
According to reports she passed away at University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) at age 89.
Born in 1937, she embarked on her acting journey in 1970, establishing herself as one of the pioneers of theatre and drama in Ghana.
Over four decades, Grace Nortey has been a consistent source of joy for Ghanaian TV audiences through her acting prowess.
A distinctive feature of Grace Nortey’s performances was her adept incorporation of the Ga language into her roles, adding an authentic touch to her portrayals.
Her acting journey kicked off with the 1985 release, “Nana Akoto,” and she went on to contribute to notable films such as “Sinking Sands,” “The Other Side of the Rich,” “Ties that Bind,” and “Beasts of No Nation,” where she shared the screen with Idris Elba, Fred Amugi, and Ama K. Abebrese.
She earned the Best Cameo Actress at the 2011 Ghana Movie Awards.
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