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Akosombo Dam Spillage: Social Activism for Women donates to Mepe flood victims
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The Social Activism for Women (SAW) group has shown compassion by donating various relief items to the victims of the Mepe dam spillage.
This group, comprising media personalities, is dedicated to advocating for the most vulnerable members of our society, particularly women and children who often lack a voice.
In an interview following the donation, Afia Kwarteng Asamani, a prominent member of SAW, mentioned that the group had collected items such as clothing for women and men, diapers, and more.
“These donations came from generous Ghanaians who were moved by the group’s social media campaign,” she said.
Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Member of Parliament for North Tongu who received the items on behalf of his constituents, also used the occasion to call for the government and the Volta River Authority (VRA) to swiftly address the Akosomboflood victims’ situation.
He emphasized that this disaster was a consequence of actions by the VRA and therefore “I urge the government to incorporate compensation plans in the upcoming budget to be presented in parliament.”
Nana Adwoa Owusu, a prominent member of the SAW group, highlighted the impact of the disaster on the education of students in the constituency.
She stressed that, “swift action should be taken to ensure the well-being of the affected students”.
In addition, Lily Afia Oforiwaah Ofori and Yaba Sarfo who are also prominent members of the group added their voices to the call by emphasizing that “SAW remains committed to assisting women and children facing challenges.”
Social Activism For Women’s support for the victims was driven by the understanding that women and children are particularly vulnerable to such devastating floods, which disrupt the educational process of school children.
Furthermore, Lily Afia Oforiwaah Ofori expressed gratitude to individuals and groups who supported the group in diverse ways.
Mama Asieku IV, the Queen Mother of Battor, emphasized the impact of the disaster on women and children particularly pregnant women.
She was appreciative of anyone who had extended a helping hand to them.
Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has announced that the government has accepted the recommendation to abolish the death penalty and replace it with life imprisonment as part of the constitutional review process.
He said the proposed amendment would affect Articles 3, 13, 19 and 72 of the 1992 Constitution, with offences that previously attracted the death penalty instead carrying life imprisonment.
Dr. Ayine made the announcement on July 30, 2026, at the Jubilee House in Accra during the Government Accountability Series while outlining the government’s position on the final recommendations of the Constitution Review Committee.
According to him, the government believes the death penalty is inconsistent with the constitutional right to life and Ghana’s international human rights obligations.
He explained that the recommendation forms part of broader proposals aimed at strengthening the protection of fundamental human rights under the Constitution.
Dr. Ayine said the government had also accepted the spirit of several recommendations to expand rights relating to women, children, persons with disabilities, older persons and the youth.
He added that a comprehensive Human Rights Act would be introduced to protect these rights and provide detailed enforcement mechanisms instead of amending the entrenched provisions of the Constitution through a national referendum.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has called on both local and international investors to tap into opportunities in Ghana’s tourism, hospitality and creative industries.
Speaking in an interview yesterday with World Media USA Today, the Minister said government is committed to creating a conducive investment environment to support growth in the sector.
She highlighted key investment areas including hotels, fashion, music, film production, and tourism infrastructure.
Dzifa Gomashie also encouraged Ghanaians to invest in domestic tourism to help boost the local economy.
According to her, strategic investment in tourism and the creative economy will drive economic transformation, create jobs, and position Ghana as Africa’s gateway for heritage, culture, business and investment.
“Ghana has vast opportunities across tourism, hospitality and the creative industries. We are ready and open for business,” she stated.
The Minister’s remarks come as government intensifies efforts to leverage culture and tourism as drivers of economic growth and job creation.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
