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Girls in ICT Initiative brings hope to South Tongu
Some female students and guardians in the South Tongu District of the Volta Region are excited about the government’s Girls in ICT initiative, which aims to empower them with essential skills in Information and Communication Technology.
The programme, set to continue this year, has sparked hope among the girls, who believe it will enhance their digital literacy and employability.
Ms. Mary Avli, a past student of the Sogakope Senior High School disclosed to the Ghana News Agency that she had always been interested in technology, and this initiative was great opportunity for her to acquire skills that would help secure a good job.
“I’m particularly interested in cyber security, and I believe this programme will give me the expertise I need to succeed in this field.
Some other female students in the district shared Ms. Avli’s sentiments, stating that the programme would trigger a chance to bridge the gender digital divide and promote their participation in the technology industry.
Some guardians in the district also welcomed the initiative, believing it would help mitigate social vices and empower their wards to become great leaders.
“I’m thrilled about this programme,” Madam Helen Doe, a guardian, said.
She mentioned that the initiative would not only equip her ward with valuable skills but also deter her from teenage pregnancy and drug abuse.
Some of the guardians lauded the government and entreated that the initiative be maintained and executed in all parts of the country.
The Girls in ICT initiative has garnered support from the community, with many stakeholders optimistic about its potential to transform the lives of young girls in the district. –GNA
The General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party, Justin Kodua Frimpong, has criticised the Inspector General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, over what he describes as selective enforcement of the law following the arrest of Baba Amando.
Speaking on Metro TV today, he questioned why some individuals have not been invited by the police over past statements, while others are being arrested and prosecuted.
He argued that “crime has no expiration date” and insisted that if certain comments were considered wrong under a previous administration, they should still be subject to investigation now.
Mr Frimpong mentioned Basintale and Sam George as examples of individual…
[12:46, 16/04/2026] Edem: Maxwell Hanson appointed centre referee for Saturday’s Dreams FC vs Medeama SC MTN FA Cup clash
Maxwell Hanson has been appointed as Centre Referee for the Dreams FC vs Medeama SC MTN FA Cup semifinal clash at the Swedru Stadium.
The Tema-based Class I referee will be assisted by Gabriel Boateng (Assistant I), Kofi Nyarko Bakae (Assistant II) and FIFA-Referee Julian Nunoo as Fourth Referee.
Dreams FC, winners of the competition in 2023/24, will take on two-time champions Medeama SC at the Swedru Stadium on Saturday, April 18, 2026, with the match scheduled for a 3:00pm kick-off.
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President John Dramani Mahama has clarified that the proposed free primary healthcare policy is designed to support the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), not to take its place.
He explained that the initiative will work alongside the NHIS to improve access to basic healthcare services across the country.
He made the remarks at the official launch of the free primary healthcare programme held on Wednesday April, 15th 2026 at the Shai Osudoku District Hospital in Dodowa.
According to him, the introduction of free primary healthcare does not mean Ghanaians should stop registering for the NHIS.
He urged citizens to continue obtaining their NHIS cards, stressing that the scheme remains important for healthcare delivery beyond the primary level.
He further explained that under the new arrangement, patients seeking care at polyclinics, health centres, CHPS compounds, and health kiosks will not be required to present an NHIS card at the point of examination and treatment.
Instead, individuals will only need to show a Ghana Card or any valid form of identification to prove they are Ghanaians and residents within the community to access services.
He noted that the policy aims to remove barriers to basic healthcare and ensure that more people can receive treatment at the primary level without difficulty.
By: Jacob Aggrey
