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Chinese Teaching Centre established in Kumasi
Prof. Su Vibo and Mrs Cecelia Agyei Amoako signing the agreement. Looking on are officials of the two outfits
The Confucius Institute of China through the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has established a Chinese Teaching Centre at the Hilltop Platinum School at Daban in Kumasi in the Ashanti Region.
At the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) last week, Prof. Daniel Y. A. Duah, Dean of International Programmes Office-KNUST and the Ghanaian Director of the Confucius Institute, explained that on November 19, 2023, a MoU was signed with the Confucius Institute to establish the teaching Centre at the University.
Apart from the KNUST, Prof. Duah, who represented the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Rita Akosua Dickson, said two centres have also been established at the University of Ghana, Legon, and University of Cape Coast.
But, he said the centre at the Hilltop Platinum School brings to two the number of Chinese language teaching centres established in basic schools in Kumasi, with the first being at the KNUST basic school.
He said China was far advanced in terms of technology, therefore, learning the language would be beneficial in exploring their culture, education and technology.
“Let it not only be music and dance; let us learn the language, use it as a means to an end to get the best out of them in terms of technology,” he emphasised.
Prof. Su Zibo, Director of the Confucius Institute, said it would facilitate partnerships between Hilltop Platinum School and Chinese educational institutions, promoting academic exchange and collaboration.
“The best thing we can do is to involve students and teachers into programmes where you will be sponsored to go to China to see what China is like, to learn the language. This is what we can do here,” he stated.
Dr Kwadwo Amoako, Director of Hilltop Platinum School, praised the Confucius Institute as he took participants through the roles of the Institute, including promoting Chinese language and culture globally, fostering greater understanding and exchange between China and other countries.
FROM KINGSLEY E.HOPE, KUMASI
Muslims across the country celebrated this year’s Eid-ul-Adha in a colourful and spiritually uplifting atmosphere under the theme, “A Season of Sacrifice, Solidarity and Spiritual Renewal.”
The celebration brought together Muslims from diverse backgrounds in a remarkable display of faith, unity and cultural heritage.
The occasion was marked by special Eid prayers at various designated grounds, the slaughtering of rams in homes for sharing among family members, friends and the less privileged, as well as musical concerts and recreational activities including horse riding.
Leading the celebration was the Chief Imam, Dr Sheikh Osman Sharubutu.
While the national celebration was held at the Black Star Square where President John Dramani Mahama was the Special Guest of Honour, similar gatherings took place at different centres across the capital and other regions of the country.
A visit by The Spectator to some celebration grounds revealed Muslims, both young and old, elegantly dressed in colourful jalabiya and other Islamic attire, reflecting the rich culture and traditions of the Muslim community.
The celebration also portrayed the spirit of religious tolerance and peaceful coexistence in the country, as a number of Christians joined their Muslim counterparts to mark the occasion.
Muslim leaders and government officials used the opportunity to call on the faithful to uphold the teachings of the Holy Quran, renew their spiritual commitment and refrain from acts capable of undermining the peace, unity and security of the nation.
They further urged Ghanaians to continue to live in harmony and support one another for national development.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
Dear Obaa Yaa,
During Eid-ul- Adha celebration, I decided to spend the weekend at my boyfriend’s place since we were planning towards our marriage.
To my surprise, what keeps me wide awake, restless and frustrated every single time is that he snores loudly like a generator running on full power, and I genuinely cannot get any rest
At a point, I thought it was just a normal thing, but I have realised it is something he does with ease and doesn’t see anything wrong with it.
When he steps out in the morning, I try to get enough sleep because I may not sleep in the evening.
The most annoying thing is that, he always wants to cuddle me. These two things are a no for me and a red flag.
We are about to get married, what should I do?
Enam, Keta.
Dear Enam,
The snoring and constant cuddling are frustrating, but you don’t have to choose between sleep and closeness.
Start with the snoring: check if it’s worse when he sleeps on his back, cut out alcohol before bed, try nasal strips or a humidifier, and see a doctor if he pauses while breathing.
For quick relief, foam earplugs or noise-cancelling headphones help a lot.
Separate blankets, a bigger bed, or sleeping apart on some nights often makes couples rest well and feel closer overall.
Bring this up before the wedding .Tell him you want to wake up next to him for years to come, but sleep deprivation makes you both miserable.
Test earplugs and side-sleeping this weekend, and if it’s still unbearable, bring in a doctor. Good sleep matters more for your marriage than staying glued together all night.
