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Government to buy surplus grains from farmers – MoFA

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September 24, 2025

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The Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) says the National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) will begin purchasing surplus grains from farmers this year.

In a statement issued on September 23, 2025, MoFA said Ghana is expecting a bumper grain harvest in 2025 as well as unsold carry-over stocks from 2024, a situation that could lead to a glut on the market and losses for farmers.

MoFA explained that for the first time since NAFCO was set up, government has provided significant resources to enable the company to buy up excess produce for storage.

According to the Ministry, the move will help reduce post-harvest losses and create food reserves to cushion the country during shortages and emergencies.

“The Ministry urges all farmers to remain calm and confident, as NAFCO will actively be in the market to purchase their grains and mitigate any adverse effects of excess grains,” the statement said.

MoFA has assured the public that it is working with all relevant agencies and stakeholders to ensure that every grain produced by Ghanaian farmers finds a sustainable and profitable market.

By: Jacob Aggrey

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Over 20 structures levelled at Laboma Beach Resort

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1 day ago

September 19, 2026

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Some victims salveging their belongings after the demolitioning exercise at the Laboma Beach Resort Photo Victor A. Buxton (19)

Over 20 structures built within the 50-metre buffer zone of the Kpeshie Lagoon at the Laboma Beach Resort in the La Dade-Kotopon Municipality were on Sunday demolished by the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council (GARCC).

Buildings such as single-unit semi-detached under construction and completed chalets at the resort were pulled down while portions of a newly constructed perimeter wall were also demolished. Read More

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MTN Ghana climaxes 30th anniversary with CEO Invitational golf

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1 day ago

September 19, 2026

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About 120 golfers from clubs across Ghana participated in an 18-hole competition, dubbed ‘MTN 30th Anniversary CEO Invitational Golf Tournament’ held at the Achimota Golf Club on Saturday.

*Frederick Semenu Duvor his receives his prize from Mr Ishmael Yamson*

At the end of the hectic day, Frederick Semenu Duvor won the Men’s Group A event with 39 points, while Julienne Afi claimed the Ladies’ Group A title with the same score.

*Kous Lounges Mang receiving the award for the Ladies Group B event*

Yaw Mireku Jnr. won the Men’s Group B with an impressive 45 points, while Kous Louanges Mang took the Ladies’ Group B title with 38 points.

Kofi Mangesi won Men’s Group C with 40 points while Elorm R. Akuash Bonney claimed the Ladies’ version with 42 points.

In the Seniors Division, Jan Vogel emerged winner of the men’s category with 39 gross, while Helen Appah topped the ladies’ category with 44 gross.

Addressing participants, the company’s Board Chairman, Mr Ishmael Yamson, urged the company to approach its next phase with the same resilience, discipline and determination that have defined its success over the past three decades.

He drew a striking parallel between the game of golf and MTN Ghana’s three-decade journey, describing both as long games in which success depends less on one spectacular moment than on consistency, patience, judgment and the ability to recover from setbacks.

He said, golf had taught him a lesson that extended far beyond the fairways, thus, a round cannot be won on the first hole.

*An official of MTN presenting the Ladies Group A winner prize to Juliene Amezrado*

In golfing terms, he said, MTN Ghana had encountered its share of regulatory bunkers, competitive hazards and unexpected storms that had forced the company to pause, reassess and change its approach.