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Mumford Fishing Harbour: Captain Smart thanks President Mahama for swift intervention
An aspiring parliamentary candidate for Gomoa West Constituency, has commended President John Dramani Mahama for his swift intervention towards the completion of the Mumford Fishing Harbour.
In a letter dated October 15, 2026, addressed to the President, Blessed Godsbrain Smart, writing for and on behalf of Team Smart in the Gomoa West Constituency, expressed profound gratitude for the President’s response to a petition concerning the project.
According to the letter, President Mahama has directed the Central Regional Minister and the Ministry of Transport to visit the project site, undertake the necessary technical assessment and develop a plan for its completion.
“Your directive today… has renewed the hope of an entire coastal community,” Captain Smart stated.
He described the intervention as a demonstration of responsive leadership, noting that the harbour represents the economic heartbeat and future of the fishing community.
“The Mumford Fishing Harbour is more than a physical infrastructure project. It represents the economic heartbeat, collective aspiration and future of a hardworking fishing community. Its completion will improve the safety and productivity of our fisherfolk, strengthen fish handling and processing, stimulate local commerce and create sustainable employment opportunities for the youth,” he said.
He added that the completion of the harbour would also provide economic security for women whose livelihoods depend on fish processing and trading.
According to Team Smart they stands ready to cooperate fully with the Central Regional Minister, the Ministry of Transport and all relevant technical agencies assigned to undertake the site inspection, assessment and completion planning.
“On behalf of Team Smart and the grateful people of Mumford, I say: thank you, Mr President. Thank you for listening. Thank you for acting swiftly. Thank you for restoring hope to the fisherfolk, women, young people and families of Mumford,” the letter concluded.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Founder and President of Women in Sustainability Africa (WiSA) and General Manager of EIB Network, Rev. (Mrs.) Nana Yaa Serwaa Sarpong, Esq., has been honoured with the prestigious Social Impact Award at the Global Entrepreneurs Awards.
The event was held as part of the Global Entrepreneurship Festival at the JW Marriott Hotel, Cairo, Egypt, from November 6-8.
The Global Entrepreneurship Festival, organisers of the Global Entrepreneurs Awards, is described as the biggest entrepreneurship event in the world, bringing together over 10,000 participants, more than 100 exhibitors, over 60 global speakers and representatives from over 70 countries.
The award recognises her outstanding leadership and the transformative impact of decades of community service through her organisations, the League of Extraordinary Women and Women in Sustainability Africa (WiSA), as well as her work with the United Nations and ministry outreach in empowering people, promoting sustainability, and driving community development across Africa.
Speaking on the recognition, Rev. (Mrs.) Sarpong said she was humbled by the honour and dedicated it to the women and communities across Africa whose resilience and commitment to change continue to inspire her work.
She said the award was a reminder that social impact, sustainability and service remain powerful tools for transforming lives and building a better future for the continent.
Nana Yaa Serwaa Sarpong was recently called to the Bar in Ghana at the 63rd Ceremony organised by the General Legal Council.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Deputy Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Yussif Issaka Jajah has engaged the Ghana Culture Forum (GCF) on strengthening collaboration to advance Ghana’s cultural and creative industries.
The engagement, led by the Forum’s Vice Chairman, Ahuma Bosco Ocansey, focused on ongoing programmes, outstanding commitments, preparations towards the Forum’s 15th Anniversary and Ghana Culture Week 2027, as well as opportunities for collaboration on the EU Sankofa I Programme.
Mr. Jajah reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to working with stakeholders and addressing concerns raised, stressing the importance of fulfilling commitments to participants and sponsors in cultural initiatives.
The meeting underscored the need for stronger partnerships to promote Ghana’s cultural identity and unlock opportunities within the creative arts sector.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
