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Introduce initiatives to support boys – Gender Ministry
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MCSP) has called on all stakeholders to embark on initiatives such as boys’ mentorship programmes and awareness campaigns on positive masculinity and invest in the emotional growth of boys.
According to the Ministry “every boy deserves the opportunity to be valued, supported and heard as well as given the opportunity to thrive.”
This was contained in a statement issued by the Public Affairs Unit of MGCSP to commemorate the International Boys Day.
The day marked on May 16 was set aside to recognise the rights and celebrate the achievements of boys around the world.
Commemorated annually, the day presents an opportunity for the world to advocate and put the spotlight on boys in the conversation on gender equality globally.
This year the day was observed on the theme “Building self-esteem in boys: stand up, be heard be seen.”
According to the Ministry, gender stereotype, toxic masculinity, mental health issues, drug addiction, high societal expectation from boys among others have become pointers that call for urgent action from all stakeholders.
It mentioned that the Ministry has instituted an annual mentorship programme as a support base for boys and girls, providing them with the requisite information in life skills, leadership and career development to achieve their dreams and aspiration.
“Again the Ministry has formed Men and Boys in communities across the regions aimed at fostering positive masculinity, personal development and social responsibility,” the statement said.
The statement said the Ministry was committed to promoting the well-being and development of all children regardless of gender saying “we recognise that boys’ empowerment is essential to achieving gender equality and promoting positive masculinity.”
It said, the Ministry has the vision to create safe spaces where boys can express their feelings without judgment as well as provide emotional support for vulnerabilities.
The Ministry, in the statement called on stakeholders to invest in shaping future generations of empathetic leaders, caring fathers and responsible citizens.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
For generations of graduates, the University of Ghana has shaped some of life’s most meaningful moments.
It is where lifelong friendships were formed, marriages began, business ideas took shape, partnerships were built, entrepreneurs nurtured, and identities discovered.
UG became a shared home, one that inspired pride and a deep sense of belonging. Yet, as the years pass and life takes alumni into different careers, countries, and seasons, many gradually lose touch with the University and with one another.
On 28 May 2026, the University of Ghana will officially launch the University of Ghana Global Alumni Network (UGA Network) App, a digital platform designed to foster and strengthen lifelong connections between the University and its alumni worldwide.
The launch, scheduled to take place at the University of Ghana, marks a significant shift in alumni engagement and development, from fragmented, informal networks to a single, trusted, and official digital home for all Legonites.
For years, alumni engagement has largely depended on WhatsApp groups, social media pages, and independent alumni groups.
While these channels have kept conversations alive, they have also created fragmentation, making it difficult to maintain accurate records, share official updates, and mobilise alumni for mentorship, networking, and institutional development.
The UGA Network App was developed to address this gap.
It provides a secure platform where alumni can register, verify their alumni status, update their profiles, reconnect with classmates and year groups, and stay informed about university and alumni initiatives, all in one place.
At the heart of the UGA Network App is a simple idea: alumni should never feel like outsiders to the University they helped build.
Designed with alumni experiences in mind, the platform makes it easy to rediscover old bonds, build new professional relationships, participate in alumni events, and contribute meaningfully to the University’s advancement.
Whether a recent graduate navigating early career decisions or a seasoned professional seeking to give back, the app creates space for every alum to belong and participate.
The UGA Network App is the official alumni engagement platform of the University of Ghana, managed by the Institutional Advancement Directorate, in collaboration with the Information Technology Directorate.
Built on a verified and secure alumni database, the platform protects personal information while ensuring credibility and trust for users.
As the University prepares to unveil the UGA Network App, alumni are invited to register, reconnect, and belong.
The Bank of Ghana has directed Mobile Money Fintech Limited (MMFL) to suspend the implementation of its proposed 0.75 percent fee on direct wallet-to-bank transfers pending further consultations.
The proposed charge was scheduled to take effect on June 1, 2026.
In a press release issued by its Communications Department, the central bank said the decision to halt the implementation was to allow for further engagement on the matter.
According to the Bank of Ghana, the move forms part of efforts to ensure that any changes in charges within the mobile financial services sector are introduced fairly and in a way that protects consumers.
The Bank said it remains committed to safeguarding the financial wellbeing of users of mobile money and other digital financial services.
The proposed fee had generated public discussions ahead of its planned implementation date.
However, the Bank of Ghana did not indicate when a final decision on the proposed charge would be announced.
By: Jacob Aggrey
