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‘Ashantifest’ resumes with exciting activities
The celebration of ‘Ashantifest’, a month-long festival organised by MTN Ghana for residents in the Ashanti Region has resumed after a long break.
The festival, which was put on hold following the outbreak of COVID 19, is an annual regional event created by the telecommunication network to bring the brand closer to the people while appreciating the loyalty of subscribers in the region.
Since its inception about eleven years ago, the company said various community improvement projects, sports and entertainment, as well as other life enriching initiatives have been brought to the doorsteps of several communities in the region.
Activities planned for this year’s celebration comes with promotional offers for customers and community soccer (MTN Ashantifest Cup) which features twelve communities including: Asokore Mampong, Dichemso, Bantama and Asafo, Tech, Abrepo, Suame, Asokwa, Aboabo, Tafo, Fante New Town and Kotei Deduako.
Commenting on the festival, the General Manager for the Northern Sector Nii Adotey Mingle said the company continues to be a market leader because of the loyalty and support of the people in the region.
He said the annual festival was to “renew the commitment to deliver distinct customer experience and embark on community activities to brighten the lives of people in the region.”
Officials of the company, as part of the activities, recently paid a courtesy calls on the Ashanti Regional Minister and the Mayor of Kumasi.
A community forum at Effiduase, ‘Y’ello Care Staff Volunteering programme and an SME fair have also been outlined.
By Spectator Reporter
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Ghana to locally refine its gold starting October 2025 – Sammy Gyamfi
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, has announced that plans are far advanced for the establishment of a state-owned gold refinery in the country.
Speaking at the 2025 Minerals and Mining Convention, Mr Gyamfi said the refinery will process locally mined gold into bullion instead of exporting it in its raw state.
According to him, it is unacceptable that Ghana, despite being a leading gold producer in Africa, continues to export raw gold known as dore.
He explained that the Gold Board, working with the Bank of Ghana and local refineries, will from October 2025 begin refining gold locally.
He also disclosed that an ultramodern assay laboratory will be built to ensure international standards in testing gold quality.
Mr Gyamfi noted that the refinery will be wholly state-owned and will help Ghana move away from raw mineral exports to value addition.
This, he said, will boost foreign exchange earnings, create jobs, and position Ghana as a hub for gold refining and jewellery production in Africa.
The CEO stressed that the project forms part of government’s strategy to ensure the country benefits fully from its natural resources and to transform the mining sector into a driver of economic growth.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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There is strength in diversity; let’s live in peace – Zanetor Rawlings urges Ghanaians
Member of Parliament for Korle Klottey, Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, has urged Ghanaians, especially the youth, to value the peace the country enjoys and to see diversity as a source of strength.
Speaking at the National Youth Conference held at the Pentecost Convention Centre under the theme “Igniting Potential; Inspiring Change”, she warned against being lured into conflicts and divisions fueled by reckless statements from politicians, traditional leaders, religious figures, or academics.
According to her, many young people have no idea what it means to live in a country torn apart by war, and therefore must not take Ghana’s peace for granted.
She stressed that the harmony among different ethnic and regional groups should be protected at all costs, since it is peace that allows citizens to gather freely and safely.
Dr. Zanetor said Ghana’s development depends on embracing diversity and working together.
She urged the youth to tap into this strength so that Ghana would continue to shine as the “Black Star” of Africa and serve as an example for other nations.
She expressed appreciation to the participants for attending the conference and asked for God’s blessings on the country.
By: Jacob Aggrey
