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Cancer Support Network Foundation (CSNF) commits funds to fighting cancer in Ghana
Dr Juliet Quansah (left) with one of the beneficiaries
of the Cancer Support Network Foundation (CSNF)
Within the past five years, the Cancer Support Network Foundation (CSNF) has financed various cancer related activities including the treatment of needy cancer patients across the country to a tune of more than GHC300,000.00.
This year alone, as of May 2023, the Foundation has so far spent GHC13,000.00 on individuals fighting various forms of cancers including breast and eye cancers.
Vice president of the CSNF, Mr Eric Brobbey who made the revelation indicated that financial support for needy cancer patients was very necessary as many of the patients lost their lives because they are unable to afford the complete recommended treatment for the disease.
He bemoaned that some sufferers of cancer found difficulty in raising money to commence treatment after diagnosis, causing the disease to progress.
Delay in treatment, he said, had cost the lives of many cancer patients who had chances of surviving the disease “and this is what we want to prevent at all cost. We are doing our best to support some patients, to increase their chances of surviving.”
According to Mr Brobbey, delay in diagnosis was also a cause for worry due to the fact that some patients are unable to afford the cost for further investigations, others too end up resorting to all forms of unapproved treatment methods because of financial constraints.
He reiterated that the CSNF would continue to give off its best in helping as many cancer patients as possible, beat cancer.
Mr Brobbey, who is also an oncology nurse said the Foundation does not only focus on financing the treatment of cancer patients who were in need but also focused on increasing awareness about the disease and how to prevent it.
He therefore called on individuals and organisations to support the CNFS achieve its objectives.
Dr Juliet Quansah, a medical oncologist practicing in the United States of America (USA) is the Founder and Board Chair of the CSNF.
BY RAISSA SAMBOU
Member of Parliament for Akuapem North, Sammy Awuku, has called on President John Dramani Mahama and the Minister of Energy and Green Transition to urgently address the ongoing unstable power supply across the country.
He described the situation as worrying, noting that the frequent on and off power outages are affecting students preparing for major national examinations.
In a Facebook post, he explained that candidates writing the West African Senior School Certificate Examination began their practical examinations on April 21, 2026, while those sitting for the Basic Education Certificate Examination are expected to start on May 4, 2026.
He indicated that this period is critical for students, as it plays a major role in shaping their academic future.
According to him, the unstable power supply is disrupting learning, as power cuts during study time break concentration and slow down preparation.
He added that the situation is also creating anxiety among students, while parents are becoming increasingly worried about their children’s performance.
He stressed that examination bodies will not consider whether students had access to electricity, as the exams will go on as scheduled.
The lawmaker pointed out that businesses, young entrepreneurs and small-scale workers are equally affected by the power challenges.
He therefore appealed to the government to take immediate steps to resolve the situation, stressing that students deserve a stable environment to prepare and sit for their exams.
He emphasised that the future of the students must be prioritised and urged authorities to act without delay.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah has revoked the mining leases of Adamus Resources Limited after investigations found multiple breaches of Ghana’s mining laws.
In a statement issued on April 26, 2026, the ministry said the decision follows reports by the Minerals Commission, which confirmed illegal mining activities on the company’s concessions at Akango, Salman, and Nkroful.
According to the statement, the company sub-contracted its mining operations without approval from the minister, a requirement under the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703).
It added that the firm also carried out mining without approved operating plans or permits from the Chief Inspector of Mines.
The ministry further noted that Adamus Resources Limited failed to secure the necessary approvals from regulatory bodies, including the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA).
The report also found that foreign nationals, particularly Chinese, were engaged in illegal mining activities commonly known as “galamsey” on the concessions.
This, the ministry said, violates provisions of the Minerals and Mining (Amendment) Act, 2019 (Act 995).
It said mining operations by the company were conducted outside approved areas and did not meet required standards.
The statement indicated that these activities caused significant environmental damage, including land degradation and harm to ecosystems.
It added that the situation poses risks to water bodies, public health, and the livelihoods of nearby communities.
Based on the findings, the minister, acting on the advice of the Minerals Commission, directed the immediate revocation of the company’s mineral rights in the public interest.
The ministry stressed that the action forms part of efforts to clamp down on illegal mining and ensure compliance with Ghana’s mining laws.
By: Jacob Aggrey
