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MOGCSP and Big Win Philanthropy strengthen partnership on early childhood development
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The Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection (MoGCSP) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing Early Childhood Development (ECD) through strategic partnerships.
This was emphasized during a high-level engagement with Big Win Philanthropy, a global organization dedicated to improving outcomes for children and youth.
On Thursday, April 3, 2025, a delegation from Big Win Philanthropy, led by its President and Chair, Ms. Jamie Cooper, paid a courtesy call on the Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey.
The discussions focused on strengthening collaboration between the Ministry and Big Win Philanthropy to enhance Ghana’s Early Childhood Development Policy and drive impactful initiatives for children.
Additionally, the meeting discussed key policy interventions and initiatives for Early Childhood Development, explored collaboration opportunities to enhance early learning and child welfare programmes, and addressed challenges while identifying practical solutions for improving ECD services.
The Minister, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey reiterated the government’s dedication to ensuring the survival, growth, and development of all children, particularly those aged 0-8 years.
She highlighted Ghana’s strides in prioritizing Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD), noting efforts such as revising the 2004 ECCD Policy, strengthening coordination mechanisms, and enhancing support for children with special needs and vulnerable groups, ensuring they receive the necessary support for their well-being.
“Through integrated social and behavioral change communication programmes, we have enhanced parental knowledge on childcare and created enabling environments for early childhood development,” she said.
She said, “We recognize the invaluable contributions of partners like Big Win Philanthropy in advancing this agenda. Together, we can build a future where every child in Ghana has access to quality early childhood care, protection, and education.”
The Minister further underscored the importance of collaboration in scaling up early childhood interventions, ensuring that children across Ghana benefit from sustainable policies and programmes.
The Chief Director, Dr. Afisah Zakariah, emphasized that the Ministry values the support of key stakeholders like Big Win Philanthropy in complementing its efforts to strengthen early childhood care and development.
Also present at the meeting were the Acting Director of the Department of Children, Mr. Alexander Sefa Boadi, and some Unit Heads.
Businessman Mr. Ibrahim Mahama has denied reports linking him to a takeover bid for the Volta Aluminium Company (VALCO).
His reaction follows a demonstration by members of the VALCO Labour Union today, during which some protesters alleged that Mr. Mahama was interested in acquiring the state-owned aluminium company.
In a statement issued by his Special Aide, Rafik Mahama, the businessman said he has “no such interest” and has not made any offer to acquire VALCO.
“The allegation is the latest in several vile attempts to impute the integrity of Mr. Ibrahim Mahama and subject him to needless public engagements,” the statement said.
The statement added that Mr. Mahama’s business track record speaks for itself, describing his companies as “some of the best-run operations across the African continent.”
It further noted that all of Mr. Mahama’s business interests were “legally commenced or acquired” and operate within the law a fact it said explains why his businesses have endured across seven election cycles.
“Mr. Mahama remains committed to contributing his quota to the development of Ghana by investing in business opportunities in Ghana and beyond,” the statement added.
The statement also disclosed that Mr. Mahama has instructed his lawyers to take the necessary legal action over the publication and allegations.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The leadership of Kristo Asafo has dismissed reports circulating on social media and in some media outlets that the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka will be buried on July 30, 2026, describing the claim as false.
The current head of the Kantanka family and leader of Kristo Asafo, Kwadwo Safo Akofena Kantanka, addressed the issue during a press conference in Accra today.
He said no burial date has been set and urged members of the church and the general public to disregard any unofficial announcements.
“I urge the members of Kristo Asafo and the nation to disregard any burial date out there,” Akofena said.
He further stressed that neither the leadership of the church nor the Kantanka family has made any such announcement regarding the funeral.
According to him, all official funeral arrangements will be communicated only through a formal statement from the Kantanka family when the time is due.
Akofena Safo Kantanka said the family remains united in ensuring that the final funeral rites are conducted in a manner that befits the legacy of the late Apostle.
He called on Ghanaians to remain calm and wait for the official communication from the family, warning against the spread of misinformation.
Background
Apostle Dr. Ing. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, founder and spiritual leader of Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana, passed away recently, plunging the church and the nation into mourning.
The late Apostle was widely known not only as a religious leader but also as an industrialist, inventor, and founder of the Kantanka Group of Companies, which manufactures vehicles and other machinery in Ghana.
Since his passing, there has been heightened public interest in his funeral arrangements.
It would be recalled that a faction of the siblings and family led by former MP Adwoa Safo had earlier announced a proposed burial date and arrangements.
That announcement, however, has been rejected by the current leadership of both the church and the family.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
