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Efua Sutherland Children’s Park undergoes massive transformation
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The iconic Efua Sutherland Children’s Park has been transformed into a vibrant celebration of culture, creativity, and northern Ghanaian identity ahead of the maiden edition of the By Faith Catering Services Guinea Fowl Bazaar.
The remarkable artistic makeover was led by the renowned Sirigu Women’s Organization of Pottery and Art (SWOPA), whose bold murals, intricate traditional patterns, and colorful visual installations have breathed new life into one of Accra’s most cherished public spaces.
From the park’s entrance to its walkways and central structures, SWOPA’s signature artistic touch now creates an immersive cultural atmosphere that welcomes visitors into a rich experience of food, heritage, art, and community celebration.
The artistic transformation forms a major part of the maiden Accra Guinea Fowl Bazaar, an initiative by By Faith Catering Services aimed at celebrating northern Ghanaian cuisine, entrepreneurship, and cultural identity.
Speaking in an interview, Chief Executive Officer of By Faith Catering Services, Matilda Zenabu Pipio, explained that the collaboration was intentionally designed to create more than just a food event.
“This transformation goes beyond aesthetics; it is a celebration of identity, creativity, and community. We wanted to create an experience that welcomes every guest before they even taste the food. Through our partnership with SWOPA, we are showcasing the beauty of Ghanaian culture while creating a platform that honors northern heritage, supports local businesses, and inspires the next generation of creatives and entrepreneurs,” she said.
Beyond beautification, the project highlights the growing importance of public art in transforming urban spaces into hubs of storytelling, tourism, and community engagement. The newly painted structures now serve as artistic landmarks, attracting photographers, families, tourists, and art lovers even before the official opening of the bazaar.
One of the painters from SWOPA, Mary Azuwine, described the project as both emotional and inspiring.
“We are not just painting walls; we are painting our culture, our stories, and our identity for the world to see. Bringing northern art into a major public space in Accra makes us proud because it shows that our traditions, colors, and creativity belong everywhere,” she expressed.
Organizers say the collaboration reflects the vision of the Guinea Fowl Bazaar — creating a unique intersection between culture, culinary excellence, entrepreneurship, and the creative arts.
As anticipation builds, the transformed park has already begun attracting attention from passersby, photographers, and cultural enthusiasts eager to witness the striking visual installation firsthand.
The maiden Guinea Fowl Bazaar is was attended by food lovers, families, tourists, and cultural enthusiasts from across Ghana, with SWOPA’s artistic masterpiece providing one of the most memorable visual highlights of the event.
By Geoffrey Buta
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has directed all aspirants campaigning in the Greater Accra Region to suspend their campaign activities on August 5 and 6 and instead mobilise supporters for the party’s planned “Democracy Under Attack” demonstration.
The directive was issued by the party’s National Steering Committee in a statement signed by the NPP General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, on Tuesday.
According to the statement, the decision forms part of efforts to ensure a strong turnout for the demonstration, which is scheduled for Thursday, August 6, 2026.
The party said the protest would begin at 5:00 a.m., with participants expected to gather at the Supreme Court in Accra.
It further directed Regional, Constituency and Polling Station Executives in Greater Accra to work closely to mobilise members and supporters for the event.
“The National Steering Committee is calling on all aspirants currently campaigning across the Greater Accra Region to temporarily suspend their campaign activities on the 5th and 6th of August and join in mobilising support for the upcoming demonstration,” the statement noted.
The NPP appealed to party members and supporters to remain peaceful, disciplined and orderly throughout the protest.
The demonstration forms part of the party’s response to concerns it has raised over issues relating to Ghana’s democratic governance and the justice system.
The NPP leadership expressed confidence that party members would cooperate fully to ensure a successful and peaceful event.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Speaker of Parliament Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has commissioned an expanded dialysis unit at the Upper West Regional Hospital in Wa to improve access to kidney treatment for people in northern Ghana.
The project, estimated to cost about GH¢4 million, was undertaken in partnership with Sustainable Health Education and Interventions Limited (SHEILD), the Upper West Parliamentary Caucus, the Ministry of Health, the Ghana Health Service and other development partners.
The new facility was inaugurated on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, in Wa. It adds six dialysis machines, supporting equipment and staff training to strengthen renal care services at the hospital.
According to the Parliamentary Service, the expansion is expected to reduce the burden on patients with chronic kidney disease who previously travelled long distances to Accra, Kumasi and other major cities for dialysis treatment.
Commissioning the facility, Mr Bagbin described the project as an important investment in healthcare equity and social justice.
He noted that many families in the Upper West Region struggle to access specialist kidney care because of distance and cost.
“The people of the Upper West deserve to live with dignity. We deserve access to quality healthcare,” he stated, adding that the facility would bring treatment closer to patients and their families.
He commended SHEILD and the other partners for supporting the project and called for continued collaboration to improve specialist healthcare services across the country.
Board Director of SHEILD, Dr Sylvie Anie, indicated that the organisation remained committed to addressing critical healthcare gaps through sustainable interventions.
She explained that the expanded dialysis unit represented hope for patients who had struggled for years to obtain specialised kidney treatment.
Another Board Director of SHEILD, Dr John Nkrumah Mills, stressed that sustainable healthcare required investment in people, systems, partnerships and continuous capacity building.
He noted that the project demonstrated what could be achieved when institutions worked together to improve patient care.
Medical Director of the Upper West Regional Hospital, Dr Philip K. K. Baabiineh, stated that the expanded unit would significantly improve the hospital’s ability to provide comprehensive renal care.
He observed that many patients previously had limited treatment options and often travelled under difficult conditions to receive dialysis.
The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, described the project as consistent with government’s efforts to expand specialist healthcare services and reduce regional disparities in access to treatment.
He encouraged stronger partnerships between government, private organisations, development partners and healthcare institutions to address the growing burden of non-communicable diseases.
The Parliamentary Service stated that chronic kidney disease was becoming a major public health challenge in Ghana, driven by increasing cases of hypertension, diabetes, obesity and late diagnosis.
It noted that access to dialysis services remained uneven, with most treatment centres concentrated in Accra and Kumasi, while many patients in northern Ghana faced high transport costs and long waiting times.
The commissioning ceremony was attended by government officials, traditional leaders, Members of Parliament, healthcare professionals, development partners, civil society organisations and community representatives.
By: Jacob Aggrey
