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GNAD supports Bechem School for the Deaf
The Ghana National Association of the Deaf (GNAD) the national association advocating for the rights of Deaf people have for the second time, presented five (25) boxes of Yazz sanitary pads and three (3) boxes of antiseptics (Dettol) to the management of Bechem School for the Deaf in the Ahafo Region on Monday 20th February 2023.
The donation forms part of efforts of the association to meet the needs of adolescent girls of the school to improve their menstrual hygiene to enable them to participate in learning in school.
The donation forms part of a project implemented by the Ghana National Association of the Deaf (GNAD) with financial support from AmplifyChange.
The project which is a 24-month project seeks to improve access of deaf people to comprehensive Sexual Reproductive Health and to improve on menstrual hygiene of adolescent girls for some selected basic and Junior high schools across the country.
Mr Eric Sapey Jnr and the team GNAD Project Lead told the Ghanaian Times that the project sought to train about 1,000 deaf people including adolescent girls to know about their Sexual, Reproductive Health including menstrual hygiene management.
It is also to empower them to deal with the challenges associated with menstruation which impacts negatively their education.
Mr. Eric Sapey Jnr said more than 200 students’ boys and girls of Bechem School for the Deaf had been trained on menstrual hygiene with similar training being held in Savelugu School for the Deaf as well as Hohoe School for the Deaf in the Northern and Volta Regions respectively.
The Vice Principal of Bechem School for the Deaf, Mr. Armstrong Adu-Boakye who received the items on behalf of the students commended GNAD for the support for the school and assured them that the items would be given to beneficiary students.
He expressed his gratitude to GNAD for including the school in the project and for the various support and encouragement. He stated that the support from GNAD and Amplify Change has been impactful. He appealed to other stakeholders to support the school so that the distribution of sanitary pads to the girls will continue to assist needy girls to participate in learning.
He appealed to other benevolent organizations to emulate the shining example of the Ghana National Association of the Deaf (GNAD).
Ghanaian cinema continues to break boundaries as Vibes The Movie has received an official nomination at the prestigious Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF) in Toronto.
This latest international recognition is another proud moment for Ghana and a powerful testament to the creativity, originality, and global appeal of Ghanaian storytelling.
Directed by Big Ghun and starring Jeffrey Nortey, Vibes The Movie evolved from the hugely successful social media series, where the beloved characters Obolo Tui and Lil Pui captured the hearts of millions with their unique blend of rap, comedy, and relatable stories about the everyday struggles and ambitions of Ghanaian youth.
The film has already brought honour to Ghana on the international stage, most recently winning an Outstanding Achievement Award at the American Motion Pictures Festival in the United States.
The Chronicle noted that the film was recognized for its originality, craftsmanship, and storytelling impact among a competitive pool of global entries.
Now, with a nomination at TINFF in Canada, Vibes The Movie continues its remarkable journey from the streets of Accra to some of the world’s most respected film platforms.
The nomination underscores the growing global appreciation for authentic African stories and confirms that Ghanaian filmmakers are making a significant mark in international cinema.
As Vibes The Movie flies the Black Star high in Toronto, Ghana celebrates yet another cultural achievement that showcases the country’s talent, resilience, and storytelling excellence to the world
A prominent member of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) has broken silence on the deep-seated internal machinations within the party, warning that the continuous victimization of members could severely jeopardize unity ahead of the general elections.
In a post on the party’s internal democratic processes, the former National Entrpreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP) boss, Kofi Ofosu Nkansah revealed how personal ambitions were stifled by party elites in the Asante Akyem Central constituency, despite overwhelming grassroots support.
According to the aggrieved party member, the decision to run for the parliamentary seat was not a self-serving agenda but a direct response to a call to service by the local constituents.
“My Asante Akyem Central people loved my politics and approached me to come and serve them as MP,” he stated.
He added that “But my own party elders blocked me and supported the incumbent MP to cheat through the system as if I was an outsider.”
The unfair playing field he revealed led to a massive financial distress. The stalwart disclosed incurring massive debts across two consecutive primary election cycles, alongside other personal challenges.
Despite the systemic sabotage, Kofi Ofosu Nkansah noted that he remained loyal, continuously defending both the NPP party and the government’s policies at all levels.
“Seeing what’s going on in the current polling station elections in several constituencies, it seems not much has changed,” he warned.
“The victimization of those who want to challenge current or former MPs should stop,” he stated.
With the general elections approaching, he cautioned,”You don’t treat party people anyhow and expect unconditional unity for the general elections.”
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
