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AGOSA 84/85 groups refurbish science laboratory
The 1984 and 1985-year groups of Accra Girls Old Students Association (AGOSA) have handed over a refurbished chemistry laboratory to the Ghana Education Service.
Themed ‘Her Science- Her future- Her Impact,’ the gesture was to motivate and support their alma mater.
The newly refurbished lab is expected to boost science learning in the school and offer students’ access to fully functional lab facilities for their practical lessons.
The newly refurbished science laboratory has a sink, laboratory apparatus, free flow of water and a neatly tiled floor and material to aid experiments.
The president of the group, Linda Adjoa Holdsbrook-Amissah, in handing over the facility to the GES, said the newly-refurbished chemistry lab was a significant asset in advancing science knowledge, training skilled professionals and contributing to the nation’s development.
“The place was in a very poor state, so I reached out to old students, friends and loved ones to raise funds. I’m very happy we were able to make it happen, because this will help improve students’ understanding of science,” she said.
She thanked all who contributed in cash and kind to make the project possible and urged the students to take good care of the facility.
The Deputy Minister of Education, Dr Clement Abas Apaak, praised the old students for their dedication and selfless contribution to their former school and described the gesture as inspiring and a clear example of the positive impact old students can make.
“But for this group to not only remember the school but also invest in such a key area like science education shows their deep commitment to national development.”
He encouraged other old students of various schools to emulate the AGOSA 84/85 group.
The Head of the Science Department, Mr Victor Klevor, said the gesture was a great motivation for the teachers and learners and will most importantly help students improve their academics in science and maths.
He added that the initial state of the facility made it difficult for the students to do practicals because there was no gas, water and even apparatus for experiments.
The Greater Accra Regional Director of Education, Hajia Katumi Natogmah Attah, expressed hope that with the new facilities, students would now have a better learning experience.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
The Ghana Tourism Development Company, GTDC, under the leadership of Prof.Kobby Mensah has launched GTDC Campus Tourism Office at the University of Ghana.
The initiative aims to promote educational and domestic tourism by providing structured campus tour experiences showcasing key heritage sites, including the Archaeology Museum and the School of Performing Arts.
It will also offer students their first travel experience across the continent and inculcate in them love to visit Ghana’s heritage sites.
Addressing the gathering at the launch yesterday, the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, described tourism as a vehicle for education and heritage preservation, stressing that the sector must inspire citizens to value and protect national culture for future generations.
The minister highlighted tourism’s connection to disciplines such as history, the arts, economics and environmental science.
The minister further noted that the private sector is the engine of tourism economy, adding that the engines require fuel, which is talents.” by investing in these young people today, you are securing the quality, the innovation and competitiveness of our own industry for tomorrow.
She added that the establishment of the office represents a deliberate investment in the intellectual capital of the country.
The GTDC boss, Prof.Kobby Mensah, said,”at GTDC, we believe that if our tourism has to be sustainable, we have to promote domestic tourism and a very big part of it is getting students to appreciate tourism and helping them to organise tours.”
He added that the University of Ghana itself is a huge heritage site which must be explored.
Prof.Kobby Mensah noted that the initiative, which is one of many to be established across the country, is a joint partnership between GTDC and University of Ghana.
The Vice Chancellor of the University, Prof.Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, said the University is a custodian of heritage which goes beyond the structures and welcomed the establishment of the first Campus Tourism Office.
She was optimistic that the office would be put to good use to achieve the intended purpose.
The launch brought together Stakeholders reaffirming their commitment to nurturing future tourism and hospitality professionals.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghana has officially accepted an invitation to serve as Guest Country at Burkina Faso’s 22nd National Culture Week in Bobo-Dioulasso from April 22 to May 2, 2026.
The invitation was extended by Burkina Faso’s Minister of Communication, Culture, Arts and Tourism, Gilbert Noël Ouédraogo, accompanied by the Ambassador of Burkina Faso to Ghana, H.E. David Kabré.
Receiving the delegation, Abla Dzifa Gomashie reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to deepening cultural diplomacy and strengthening historic ties between the two nations.
She noted that the festival will create opportunities for young creatives, expand exhibition platforms and promote commercial exchange within the creative sector.
The event will feature cultural performances, a community village and gastronomy fair, an arts market, literary engagements, and a craft and trade fair.
Ghana’s participation is expected to further strengthen bilateral relations between John Dramani Mahama and Ibrahim Traoré, while fostering collaboration within the creative ecosystems of both countries.
