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Miss Ghana 2026 contestants join Buzstop Boys BOST Energies for National Cleanup Exercise
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Contestants of the Miss Ghana 2026 pageant traded their heels for gloves on Saturday, July 11,2026 as they joined the National Clean-Up Exercise in Accra, supporting the President’s directive to restore cleanliness across the country.
Led by the Chairperson of the Miss Ghana Foundation, Inna Patty, Esq., the contestants worked alongside the Buzstop Boys and staff of BOST Energies to clean gutters, streets and public spaces in East Legon, Bawaleshi and Shiashi.
The activity forms part of the Miss Ghana Foundation’s ‘Beauty with a Purpose’ initiative, which encourages contestants to serve as ambassadors for social impact through community service, volunteerism and sustainable development.
The clean-up targeted choked drains and littered areas, contributing to ongoing efforts to improve environmental sanitation and promote civic responsibility in the capital.
Speaking after the exercise, CEO of Exclusive Events Ghana and Chairperson of the Miss Ghana Foundation, Inna Patty, Esq., described the initiative as a reminder that nation-building starts with everyday service.
“It was hard work, incredibly rewarding and a powerful reminder that building the Ghana we all desire begins with each one of us. Clean communities are healthier, safer and more attractive for investment and tourism. We commend His Excellency the President for championing this national initiative and applaud the remarkable work of the Bus Stop Boys and BOST Energies for leading by example,” she said.
She added that the pageant is more than the crown.
According to her, “At the Miss Ghana Foundation, we believe leadership is demonstrated through service. Our contestants are not just preparing for a crown; they are preparing to become responsible citizens and change-makers who inspire others to give back to their communities. We encourage every Ghanaian to make cleanliness a daily habit, not just a monthly exercise.”
She further added that “true beauty is reflected not only in appearance but also in compassion, service and a commitment to improving society.”
Volunteers from various organisations also joined the exercise, highlighting the importance of partnerships between the public, private and civil society sectors in building a cleaner and healthier Ghana.
The 69th edition of Miss Ghana is being held under the theme “Empowering Women, Enduring Legacy.”
The pageant continues to place equal emphasis on leadership, education, entrepreneurship, advocacy and social responsibility.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has announced plans to introduce a new Bill to strengthen the legal framework for the discipline of lawyers in Ghana.
In an address read on his behalf by the Deputy Attorney-General at the opening of the 2026 Conference of the Ghana Bar Association, Dr. Ayine disclosed that the Bill is headed to Cabinet for review and approval before being laid before Parliament.
The proposed law, to be called the Legal Profession (Practitioners Standards Board) Bill, is expected to transform and strengthen the regulatory framework for disciplining lawyers to safeguard the rights of practitioners and promote public confidence in the profession.
According to the Attorney-General, when passed, the Bill will establish an independent Disciplinary Committee with clear rules of procedure and proposals on proportionate sanctions.
He explained that this marks a progressive departure from the existing framework where the Disciplinary Committee both investigates and adjudicates complaints. The Bill also proposes clear and strict procedural timelines for resolving grievances to avert prolonged deliberations that frustrate both clients and lawyers.
Secondly, Dr. Ayine noted that under the current framework, Superior Court judges sit on the Disciplinary Committee whose decisions, as quasi-judicial decisions, are subject to reviews and appeals in the same courts where these judges preside.
The new Bill seeks to eliminate this conflict of interest by creating a separately constituted Board composed of lay non-lawyers and professional representatives with guaranteed tenure.
The Attorney-General added that the Bill seeks to separate professional discipline from executive, judicial or competitive interference to ensure that disciplinary mechanisms are not weaponized against lawyers by clients, the Bench, or the State.
The introduction of the new law forms part of efforts by the Attorney-General to introduce reforms into the legal profession aimed at revolutionizing legal practice and training. It follows the passage of the Legal Education Act, 2026, which is currently at the implementation stage.
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Gov’t did not approve market near school — Stan Dogbe clears air on Ahafo Ano South market siting
Deputy Chief of Staff, Stan Xoese Dogbe has reacted to a viral video raising concerns about the siting of a market close to a school in the Ahafo Ano South District of the Ashanti Region.
In a post responding to the video, Mr. Dogbe said he has been in contact with the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, who he said is on top of the situation and has long since halted the construction process.
According to him, the decision to designate the said land near the school for the market was not a government decision.
“Once the development was brought to the RCC’s attention, the regional minister immediately asked that the process be stopped,” he stated.
Mr. Dogbe explained that the community currently has no available land space for the construction of the model market, which necessitated their choice of the location near the school.
He noted however that the community has been asked to find another, more suitable piece of land for the project to commence.
“We thank all for the interest in developmental issues in our communities,” he added.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
