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Cynthia Ofori-Dwumfuo, CIMG Marketing Practitioner of the Year, 2021.
Cynthia Ofori-Dwumfuo, (middle) displaying her awards
and flanked by some staff of Hollard Ghana
Madam Cynthia Ofori-Dwumfuo, Group Head of Marketing and Corporate Affairs at Hollard Insurance-Ghana was adjudged the Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana’s (CIMG) Marketing Practitioner of the Year, 2021.
She was honoured at the just-ended 33rd Annual National Marketing Performance Awards ceremony held in Accra which celebrated and acknowledged distinguished marketing practitioners.
Themed, “Creative Marketing and Innovation in a Volatile Global Economy”, the CIMG recognised Cynthia for leading Hollard Ghana’s innovative brand-building efforts and her enormous work throughout the year.
Also, the CIMG 2021 Marketing Practitioner of the Year was cited for her excellence in marketing insights, people, corporate and reputation management, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and sound marketing strategies.
According to the institute, the above qualities set Cynthia and Hollard apart as corporate achievers for 2021 for their tremendous marketing strategies.
Cynthia expressed gratitude to the Governing Council of CIMG for the honour and recognition adding that, “it is fulfilling to be acknowledged by the prestigious CIMG for our quest to create and secure a better future through inventive marketing”.
She said that, “impactful marketing happens at the confluence of visionary leadership, an enabling environment, purpose, hardwork, a fantastic team, and a great brand style.”
“I thank Hollard, my family, and the extended community for their supportive advocacy, and “Akpe na wo,” to Group CEO Patience Akyianu, Managing Director’s Daniel Addo and Nashiru Iddrisu, and the larger purple team, especially Elorm Senah and Aviel Benni Derry,” she said.
Hollard Insurance management commended Cynthia for her “remarkable strategies in promoting the company’s vibrancy and business purpose, and her impactful work with her team had resulted in our group’s exceptional brand growth.”
Patience Akyianu said that, Cynthia’s collaborative work with the Hollard team had seen increased staff engagement and the company’s pride.
“We are proud of her CIMG achievement and dedicate the win to our customers, partners, and stakeholders for being receptive audiences.
“As a marketing-oriented company, we will continue to serve them better through our original products, distinctive distribution channels, and customised policies curated for every need,” Patience added.
In 2021, Cynthia was named a top 25 innovator in Europe, the Middle East & Africa in the prestigious SABRE (Superior Achievement in Branding, Reputation, and Engagement) Innovator 25 list by globally respected PRovoke Media.
She is one of the Top 10 Women in PR by Women in PR Ghana and listed by Avance Media among the 50 Most Influential Young Ghanaians in Leadership and Civil Society.
Cynthia is currently the Group Head of Marketing and Corporate Affairs at Hollard Ghana. Previously, she held senior position at top advertising and communications agencies and worked in the USA, UK and Pan-Africa. Consulting, she coordinated local and international projects, some of which were funded by Rockefeller Foundation and CGAP/World Bank.
She is the Board Chair of the Springboard Roadshow Foundation and serves on several boards, including the Executive Council of the Institute of Public Relations Ghana.
By Alfred Nii Arday Ankrah
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has temporarily suspended all date of birth changes on the Ghana Card across the country.
The suspension takes effect from Monday, November 9, 2026, and will remain in force until further notice.
In a statement issued on Monday, the Authority said the decision followed a review of its date of birth update process, which revealed the need for stronger safeguards.
The NIA said it was engaging key institutions, including the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the Births and Deaths Registry, to strengthen the guidelines for processing such requests.
It explained that the consultations were aimed at ensuring a transparent, credible and standardised system for handling date of birth changes.
During the suspension, no new applications for date of birth changes will be accepted or processed at any NIA office nationwide. Requests already being processed will also not be approved.
The Authority said it would notify the public once the consultations were completed and the revised guidelines were ready.
It apologised for any inconvenience caused and appealed to the public for understanding and cooperation.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Judicial Service of Ghana has announced the suspension of the industrial action by the Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG) and the Senior Staff Association of the Judicial Service of Ghana (SSAJUG).
In a press release dated November 9, 2026, the Judicial Service said the decision followed productive discussions between the leadership of the two associations and management, resulting in a mutual understanding.
It has consequently directed all staff to resume work with immediate effect, with courts across the country expected to resume normal sittings on Tuesday, November 10.
The Service expressed regret over the disruption caused by the strike and apologised to President John Dramani Mahama, the Executive arm of government, the Speaker of Parliament and Members of Parliament, the legal profession and the general public.
It particularly apologised to court users who experienced inconvenience during the industrial action.
The Judicial Service reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the smooth and timely delivery of justice and thanked stakeholders for their patience and understanding as efforts continue towards a lasting resolution of the issues raised.
By: Jacob Aggrey
