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Israeli Ambassador’s visit
Israeli Ambassador to Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone, Amb. Shlomit Sufa, on Thursday, February 17, 2022, called on the management of the New Times Corporation.
The visit of the ambassador who has been in the country for six months, was to franternise with one of the state-owned media houses in Ghana for close collaboration.
Madam Shlomit Sufa who has been in the diplomatic mission for 21 years
said, it was important for them to engage the media on interviews, events, and provide the needed information on issues relating to Israel.
According to her, adding that “we may not agree on everything but it is important for us to present our perspective on how we want to tell our story.”
Sharing her thoughts on Ghana, she noted that even though there was a mixture of cultures, the Ghanaian heritage was of outstanding universal value and expressed her appreciation to management of NTC for the cordial reception.
The Managing Director of the Corporation, Mr.Martin Adu-Owusu in his address touched on the activities of the state institution and its readiness to assist the Israeli Embassy any time the need arose.
He said that NTC was always ready to assist her outfit to put out information concerning Israel “through our two papers, Ghanaian Times and The Spectator”.
He added that the call on NTC was a testament that the relationship between both institutions would be stronger henceforth.
The Editor of Ghanaian Times, Mr. Dave Agbenu, also said the relationship between NTC and the Israeli Embassy had long existed and been cordial in the areas of agriculture, and sports among others.
He was of the view that the relationship would be well cemented, and suggested some exchange programmes for the media in both countries to learn from each other.
Editor of The Spectator, Mr.Emmanuel Amponsah stated that he had been following Israel closely and loved how they had been addressing issues on security and politics, as well as the rate at which the media held government for transparency and accountability.
The Marketing Manager, Mr. Alfred Koomson, also touched on the country’s relationship with Israel over the years, saying “for Ghanaians to better appreciate the history of Israel, it would be more appropriate to have a special pullout on days earmarked for special moments in the country’s history.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Africa Investment Network has entered a new partnership with 17 Asset Management to expand investment opportunities for Africans in the diaspora.
The two organisations will work together to open more pathways for diaspora investors, provide better data on markets, and connect investors to viable projects across the continent.
The partnership will focus on mapping investment opportunities across countries and sectors, building a Diaspora Pathways Program to guide new investors, and creating a shared research platform that provides market insights, returns benchmarks, regulatory updates and sector outlooks.
The two groups will also develop a trade and deal catalogue to help match businesses with partners.
As part of the collaboration, both institutions will host investment roadshows through the Global Africa Summit series, starting with GAS Accra from December 11 to 12 at the Alisa Hotel.
The event will showcase deals, hold sector briefings and connect investors with government and private sector actors.
Africa Investment Network founder and Chief Executive Jane Reindorf Osei noted that diaspora capital remains one of Africa’s strongest advantages because it is patient, purpose driven and closely linked to local development outcomes.
She explained that the partnership will help direct more diaspora investment into areas where it can make the most impact.
Chairman of 17 Asset Management, John Morris, highlighted that the joint effort will blend strong investment design with Africa Investment Network’s networks and convening power.
He stressed that improved research and compliant market access will give diaspora investors more confidence across different markets.
The two institutions will open their diaspora investment platform in the second quarter of 2026, followed by the launch of a co investment window.
Investment roadshows will also be held in North America, the Caribbean and key African centres next year.
Africa Investment Network and 17 Asset Management invited governments, development finance institutions, family offices, asset managers and other partners to support deal creation, risk sharing and market building initiatives aimed at boosting diaspora participation.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Government Communications Minister Felix Kwakye Ofosu insists that neither President Mahama nor the National Democratic Congress has filed any petition seeking the removal of the Electoral Commission Chairperson and her two deputies.
In a one on one Interview with GHone, he explained that the President only forwarded petitions he received, as required by law, and has not initiated any action against the EC leadership.
According to him, the identities and motives of the petitioners remain unknown to government, and the Presidency is not involved in that part of the process.
Mr Kwakye Ofosu stressed that while the NDC has openly disagreed with some actions of the Electoral Commission in the past, the party has not submitted any petition asking for the removal of the EC Chair or her deputies.
He noted that comments by the NDC National Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, questioning the EC’s competence, do not amount to a formal petition.
He added that criticism of public officials is normal and does not automatically translate into a request for their removal.
Mr Kwakye Ofosu explained that once a petition is received, the President’s only role is to forward it to the Chief Justice.
The Chief Justice then decides if the allegations have merit. If they do, a committee is set up to investigate.
He said those named in the petitions will be officially informed by the Chief Justice, not the Presidency.
They will then have the opportunity to appear before the committee, respond to the claims, and provide any evidence in their defence.
Mr Kwakye Ofosu expressed confidence that the process will be fair and will protect the rights of all those involved.
By: Jacob Aggrey
