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Communications Minister inspects progress of Girls-in-ICT training in V/R
Mr Samuel Nartey George, the Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation, has embarked on a working tour of the Volta Region to assess the progress of the ongoing Girls-in-ICT training programme, an initiative aimed at empowering young girls with digital skills.
The Minister’s visit focused on two major training centres currently active in the region — the Amissah-Arthur Learning Centre in Ohawu (Ketu North Municipality) and In My Father’s House RC Basic School in Abor (Keta Municipality) — where hundreds of enthusiastic girls are undergoing practical ICT training.
At the Ohawu Centre, over 60 girls from Ketu North are actively participating in the programme, which is equipping them with coding skills, basic software development knowledge, and digital literacy tools to thrive in today’s technology-driven world.
In his remarks, Mr George reiterated the Ministry’s unwavering commitment to bridging the digital divide and ensuring that girls across Ghana have equal access to technology education.
“This initiative is part of our broader strategy to empower the next generation, especially young girls, to take charge of their futures through ICT. President John Dramani Mahama is committed to seeing every Ghanaian child gain access to digital opportunities, no matter where they live,” he said.
The Minister was accompanied on the tour by Mr Eric Edem Agbana, Member of Parliament for Ketu North; and Mr James Gunu, the Volta Regional Minister.
Mr Agbana advocated further support to enhance ICT infrastructure and expand digital education in rural areas.
Mr Agbana was visibly impressed with the creativity and energy displayed by the girls, who showcased their newly acquired skills through live coding demonstrations and software projects.
The Volta Regional Minister, for his part, expressed his admiration for the programme and the girls’ enthusiasm.
He added: “A lot of girls are ready and willing to learn ICT but previously lacked the means. We are truly grateful to Mr Sam George and his Ministry for making this possible.”
He highlighted that with a national target of training 3,000 girls in 2025, and ambitions to double that number in 2026, the programme is poised to become a transformational force for Ghana’s digital future.
—GNA
The 24 Hour Economy Authority has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Hunan Architectural Design Institute Group to support the planning of the Volta Economic Corridor.
The agreement aims to guide how land within the corridor will be used, design key infrastructure, and develop systems that will support large scale production.
The partnership will focus on detailed planning to make the area ready for investment and smooth business operations.
The project will include the development of agroecological parks, industrial zones, and transport networks to connect production centres to markets.
According to the Authority, proper planning is critical to building strong economic systems and expanding production across the corridor.
It noted that the collaboration with the Chinese design firm will help lay a solid foundation for industrial growth and long term development within the Volta Economic Corridor.
By: Jacob Aggrey
President of the Ghana Bar Association, Efua Ghartey, has called on judges and lawyers to carry out their duties with humility, fairness, and a strong sense of responsibility.
She made the appeal during the Supreme Court at 150 celebration held at the University of Ghana, under the theme “Honouring the past, celebrating the present and defining the future.”
Addressing participants, she noted that those in the legal profession occupy positions of great power and influence, and must therefore remain humble in the discharge of their duties.
She urged both the bench and the bar to deliver justice without fear or ill will, stressing the need for fairness in handling cases.
Reflecting on the significance of the celebration, she explained that the year 1876 marks not only the establishment of the Supreme Court but also the beginning of formally trained lawyers in the Gold Coast.
The GBA President questioned what Ghana would be without the rule of law, which is upheld by judges and lawyers, adding that the country could descend into a system where only the strongest survive if justice is not properly administered.
She further encouraged legal practitioners to reflect on their responsibilities and remain committed to upholding the rule of law for the benefit of all citizens.
By: Jacob Aggrey
