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Food for All Africa, Street Academy clean beaches to observe World Earth Day
Food For All Africa, a non-governmental organisation (NGO), has urged Ghanaians to adopt environmentally friendly practices to prevent the destruction of the earth.
According to the Operations Manager of the organisation, Mr Nelson Agboba, while the government was expected to develop policies to protect and preserve the environment, citizens also have a responsibility to play their part.
He, therefore urged the public to eschew practices such as improper waste disposal, illegal small-scale mining, and other activities that pollute and degrade the environment.
Mr Agboba made these remarks in an interview with The Spectator on Saturday, during activities organised by Food For All Africa in partnership with the Street Academy to mark this year’s World Earth Day.
The event, observed on Wednesday, April 22, was held under the theme, “Our Power, Our Planet.”
Activities undertaken by the NGO, with support from volunteers and partners, included community and beach clean-up exercises, fun games, food sharing, and networking sessions with community members on the need to protect the environment.
“As an organisation, we believe that the government alone cannot ensure the protection of the earth, but we, as citizens, have an equal responsibility to take care of our environment. If we do so, it makes the government concentrate on other aspects of the economy,” Mr Agboba said.
While urging citizens to act responsibly, he also called on the government to rigorously enforce existing environmental policies.
“We have the policies, but implementing them is what matters. We have agencies such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which are to ensure that our environment is protected, but the policies are not being implemented,” he stated.
“So, what I will say is that the government should enforce and ensure that the policies are implemented,” he added.
Mr Agboba further noted that the organisation had developed a programme that converts organic waste into fertiliser, which is then processed into poultry feed for farmers.
He called for support from corporate organisations, government, and individuals.
The Founder and Executive Director of Street Academy, Dr Ataa Lartey, said his organisation prioritises environmental protection through activities such as waste recycling, which help instil good habits in children.
He, therefore, welcomed the partnership with Food For All Africa, describing it as a strategic and impactful move to ensure the protection of the earth.
Residents around the Arts Centre in Accra who participated in the clean-up exercise expressed gratitude to the organisers and called on other organisations to undertake similar initiatives.
BY BENJAMIN ARCTON-TETTEY
MTN Ghana has hosted more than 200 students from various educational institutions in Accra for an engaging, hands-on technology immersion at MTN House, bringing classroom theory to life and fueling interest in STEM and digital innovation.
Students from Ashesi University, Ghana International School, Cradle Star Academy, and Kinderland School explored MTN Ghana’s rich history, core values, customer-focused innovations, and digital transformation agenda.
They were introduced to the company’s sustainability and social impact initiatives, spanning education, youth empowerment and community development. A key highlight of the visits was a tour of MTN Ghana’s Network Operations Centre (NOC) and data centres.
The students gained first-hand exposure to the advanced technology, systems, and expertise powering seamless connectivity for millions daily – offering a rare look into how MTN ensures network performance, security, and resilience.
Speaking on the initiative, the Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer at MTN Ghana, Adwoa Wiafe, noted, “Hosting students at MTN House reflects our commitment to shaping Ghana’s digital future. As we deliver our Ambition 2030 strategy, we are deepening investments in youth development through programmes like the Bright Scholarship, the MTN Digital Skills Academy, and collaborations on the One Million Coders Programme and the Girls in ICT initiative led by the Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation.”
Paschal Paaga, Manager for IT Projects Implementation, emphasised the importance of experiential learning.
‘’By opening our doors, we are helping to bridge the gap between academia and industry. We want young people to see the real-world impact of technology and be inspired to pursue careers in STEM.”
For many participants, the experience was transformative. Maame Sapomaa, a Level 300 Information Systems student from Ashesi University, shared, “The visit was incredibly inspiring. Everything we have learned in the classroom came to life, and we were exposed to new concepts beyond our studies. It has motivated me even more to pursue a career in technology.”
As MTN Ghana advances its Ambition 2030 vision, the company remains committed to driving digital inclusion, platform-led innovation, and building strategic partnerships that support Ghana’s long-term socio-economic development.
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has expressed sorrow over the death of two Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates in a road accident in the Upper West Region.
The deceased are Taufi Ibrahim and Abdul Khalid, both students at Chiana Roman Catholic Junior High School.
“Management of the Ghana Education Service has received with profound sorrow the tragic news of the untimely demise of two Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates, Taufi Ibrahim and Abdul Khalid, students of Chiana Roman Catholic Junior High School in the Upper West Region,” a statement issued by Mr Daniel Fenyi, Head of Public Relations, GES, said.
It said preliminary reports indicated that the students died in a road traffic accident on Sunday, May 3, while travelling to Wa ahead of the commencement of the examination.
“We are deeply saddened that these young lives, full of promise and potential, have been cut short under such distressing circumstances.
“Management and staff of GES, and the entire education community, extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, the school, their classmates, and all who have been affected by this tragic incident. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.”
The statement said Management of the GES would continue to liaise with the appropriate authorities to ascertain full details of the incident and consider measures to prevent similar occurrences. –GNA
