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CSIR signs agreement with Heritors Ltd
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has signed agreements with Heritors Labs Limited to enable them to complement each other in research activities in the country.
The agreement seeks to enable the two institutions to collaborate to promote the development of joint research, studies and other programmes of mutual interest.
As a result, the two parties are to develop new and expand existing collaborations to provide mutually beneficial projects to both public and private sector participants on health, nuclear medicine, environment and sanitation issues.
The Director General of CSIR, Professor Paul P. Bosu and Mr Derry Edean Dadzie signed on behalf of the Council, while the Chief Executive Officer of Heritors Lab Ltd, Mr Derry Edean Dadzie initialed on behalf of Labs Institute.
Addressing the press after the signing ceremony in Accra on Friday, Professor Bosu expressed satisfaction with the agreement, saying โit will pave the way for the two institutions to work together to pursue a common goal in research.”
He added that โI envisage much deeper works into the areas of cooperation in the agreement and, to a larger extent, improve the lives of Ghanaians and beyond since CSIR is a premier research institute engaged in developing technologies and products in frontiers areas of science and technology and also known for its capabilities and competency in industrial research.โ
However, Prof Bosu lamented that the main challenge of CSIR was transferring technologies to end users and it was necessary for Heritors Labs to develop findings into finished products for the market so that the collaboration would not only be mutually rewarding but also beneficial for the country and her citizens.
For his part, Dr Antwi described the collaboration as refreshing to augment existing efforts by the two institutions in achieving higher heights in the areas of common interest.
Mr Dadzie noted that the CSIR lacked a market value chain and there was the need to partner to focus on research, innovative market, value chain and mapping activities that would lead to the commercialisation of its research outputs.
He revealed that through the partnership, Haritos Labs would leverage CSIRโs rich expertise, knowledge, and research infrastructure and drive impactful outcomes to benefit both the scientific community and society at large.
Mr Dadzie indicated that the partnership was beyond a mere collaboration between two institutions but represented a catalyst for socioeconomic growth and transformation adding that โwe will provide opportunities for CSIR researchers to explore areas of mutual interest, by enabling them to conduct research in relevant areas to unlock their full potentials to create wealth and jobs towards national developmentโ.
He assured of Ghana becoming a hub for research, development and innovation and urged other organisations, both public and private, to explore opportunities for partnerships that would drive socio-economic growth, promote knowledge-sharing and create a thriving ecosystem of innovation.
BY BENEDICTA GYIMAAH FOLLEY
Organisers of the One Humanity International Beach Soccer Cup Ghana 2026 have announced the postponement of the tournament originally scheduled to take place from May 8 to May 10, 2026.
In a statement, the organisers explained that the decision was taken after recent tidal activity and coastal erosion affected the section of Laboma Beach designated for the competition venue.
According to them, the affected area no longer meets the technical and safety standards required for hosting an international beach soccer tournament.
They noted that the damaged section was intended for the construction of the tournament arena and other event infrastructure.
The organisers said extensive consultations were held and alternative options explored, but it was not possible within the available timeframe to secure another venue that met the operational, logistical and compliance requirements for the event.
The tournament is aligned with the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations One Humanity Campaign and is supported by Beach Soccer Worldwide and the National Sports Authority.
According to the organisers, postponing the competition is in the best interest of all stakeholders and consistent with the standards and values of its international partners.
They stressed that although the development is unfortunate, they remain committed to promoting beach soccer and international sporting events in Ghana.
The organisers disclosed that efforts are currently underway to reschedule the tournament for October 2026.
They added that further details regarding the new dates and arrangements will be announced later after plans have been finalised.
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The Ministry of Health, in partnership with the World Bank Group, has launched a Regional Health, Nutrition and Population Strategy to drive a new era of stronger, more resilient healthcare systems across West and Central Africa.
Unveiled under the theme โFit to Prosper,โ the initiative targets critical challenges including infectious diseases, malnutrition, and the rising burden of non-communicable diseases, while positioning health as a key engine of economic growth.
At the launch, Minister for Health Kwabena Mintah Akandoh called for urgent and coordinated action across the region, stressing that health challenges are interconnected and demand collective solutions.
He noted that no country can achieve meaningful development without a strong and reliable health system.
Mr.Akandoh highlighted Ghanaโs ongoing efforts to expand primary healthcare, reduce financial barriers, and strengthen infrastructure, workforce capacity, and disease prevention systems, measures aimed at improving access and building resilience against future shocks.
The President of the Republic of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, noted that health remains central to Ghanaโs economic transformation agenda, stressing that investments in healthcare are not merely social spending but a critical foundation for productivity, innovation, and national prosperity.
Addressing participants on behalf of the President, the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, highlighted key reforms including the Free Primary Health Care Initiative and ongoing efforts to strengthen the National Health Insurance Scheme.
He noted that these measures are aimed at expanding access, improving the quality of care, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of healthcare financing.
World Bank Division Director Robert R Taliercio commended Ghanaโs leadership and longstanding partnership with the Bank, noting that the countryโs progress in improving health outcomes demonstrates what sustained investment and strong policy direction can achieve.
The one-day event brought together Ministers of Health from across West and Central Africa, senior government officials, representatives of the World Bank Group, development partners, health experts, academics, civil society organisations, and stakeholders from the private health sector to deliberate on strategies for strengthening regional health systems and improving population wellbeing.
