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Atwimahene calls for integration of culture in education
Nana Antwi Agyei Brempong II, Atwimahene, has called for the integration of Ghanaian culture and traditions into the national education system to help instil positive social values in children.
Speaking at the 30th anniversary celebration of Atwima Hall at the Akenten Appiah-Minka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED) in Kumasi, he said an understanding of chieftaincy, traditional values, norms, and local culture among schoolchildren would foster inclusivity, enhance training outcomes, and nurture responsible youth.
Nana Antwi Agyei Brempong noted that incorporating cultural elements into both general and TVET education would equip students with skills to navigate diverse work environments, meet local needs, and connect with their heritage while creating opportunities for local industries.
“We must not look down on our culture and traditions; they are our hope,” he stressed, adding that culture-based education could also promote unity, environmental sustainability, and job creation.
He reaffirmed the strong relationship between the Atwima Traditional Council and the university, donating GH¢ 5,000 to support the hall. Professor Francis Ohene Boateng, Dean of Students at AAMUSTED, highlighted the hall’s role as a cultural hub on campus and said the university runs special traditional programmes alongside academic courses to deepen cultural appreciation. He added that AAMUSTED’s pioneering role in TVET and entrepreneurial training has equipped students for self-reliance and contributed to reducing unemployment in the country.
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The Republic of Ghana, through its Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA), is set to host a fugu and kente exhibition in Lusaka, Zambia, from March 6 to 8, 2026.
The event aims to strengthen Ghana-Zambia relations while promoting Pan-Africanism and African unity.
The exhibition, set to be organised in collaboration with the Ghana High Commission in Lusaka, will showcase Ghanaian culture and craftsmanship, highlighting traditional textiles like kente and local wear such as fugu.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Ghana described the event as a boost not only for cultural and economic diplomacy but also for trade and agribusiness ties between the two countries.
The exhibition will be held at the Lusaka Showgrounds, where visitors can experience Ghana’s rich cultural heritage and the African personality in action.
By: Jacob Aggrey
A thanksgiving service has been held at Jehovah Shamah Assemblies of God Church in honour of Mr Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror following his appointment as Clerk to the Parliament of Ghana.
The event brought together duty bearers, parliamentarians, family members, friends, church leaders, and well-wishers who gathered to celebrate his new role and offer prayers for his success.
Church leaders used the occasion to congratulate Mr Djietror and encouraged him to serve with integrity, humility, and dedication.
They prayed for wisdom and strength for him as he assumes responsibility in supporting the work of Parliament.
They also highlighted the importance of his position in the country’s democratic governance.
Mr Djietror expressed gratitude for the support and prayers, noting that the thanksgiving service was a moment to acknowledge God’s guidance in his career.
He assured attendees of his commitment to duty, stating that he would work diligently in the interest of Parliament and the nation.
By: Jacob Aggrey
