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PAWA Commemorates African Writers’ Day
The Pan African Writers Association (PAWA) last Friday commemorated African Writers’ Day with a Literary Legend’s Evening. The event, held at the PAWA House in Roman Ridge, Accra, marked the climax of the annual Ghana Association of Writers Book Festival (GAWBOFEST), in honour of literary icon Prof. Ladé Wosornu.
The celebration was jointly organised by the Ghana Association of Writers and the Creative Arts Agency of Ghana, and also featured the announcement of the planned “Ladé Wosornu Literary Nest” project. The initiative aims to discover and nurture emerging Ghanaian literary talents.
With over 200 participants, the evening centred on discussions about Prof. Wosornu’s contributions to education, culture, and Ghana’s literary heritage.
The event was graced by distinguished guests including:
- Margo Pitura, Programmes Manager – Private Sector, Trade and Culture, representing the European Union Ambassador to Ghana;
- Carl Ampah, National Programme Officer (Culture), UNESCO Ghana, representing the Country Representative of UNESCO Ghana;
- Ernesticia Lartey Asuinura, Executive Director of the Ghana Book Development Council; and
- Kathy Knowles, Founder of the Osu Children’s Library.
The panel for the literary conversation included:
- Dr. Wale Okediran, Secretary General of PAWA;
- Fio Richardson Commey, Special Aide to the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts;
- Apiorkor, Poet, Media Practitioner, and Creative Entrepreneur; and
- Dr. Martin Egblewogbe, Author and host of Writers Project on Citi FM.
The event celebrated African literary excellence and reaffirmed PAWA’s commitment to fostering a vibrant literary culture across the continent.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
Spectator
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THE Accra Technical University (ATU) on Tuesday officially launched its Strategic Plan for 2026–2030 in Accra, aimed at driving innovation and strengthening institutional capacity across key operational areas.
Speaking at the launch, Mr Humphrey Awuletey Williams, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Oswal Investments Limited, explained that the strategic plan seeks to respond to emerging challenges while positioning the institution as a forward-thinking leader in development.
He urged the university’s leadership to leverage their expertise to train students to be innovative and produce competitive products for both African and international markets.
According to him, employers increasingly demand competence-based human capital beyond academic certificates to drive development.
Mr Williams commended the Governing Council, Academic Board, Management, and other stakeholders for developing what he described as a ‘formative tool,’ and encouraged them to ensure its full implementation.
The Vice Chancellor of ATU, Mr Amevi Acapkvovi, emphasised that the strategic plan focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and strengthening stakeholder engagement.
“The strategic plan is not just a document, but a commitment to excellence, accountability and progress,” he said, adding that inclusivity is also central to the institution’s operations.
He outlined seven key focus areas of the plan: industry-based education; digital transformation and modernised infrastructure; quality assurance and institutional excellence; industry-driven research, innovation and entrepreneurship; staff development, motivation and welfare; strategic partnerships and increased visibility; and sustainable and green technologies.
Prof. Ernest Abotsi, stressed that the plan must not ‘gather dust’ but should be actively implemented to achieve success.
“Currently, ATU is adopting measures to assess the cost of running the institution, and this plan will serve as a guide to promote the university at every level,” he said.
Stakeholders present lauded the initiative, noting that its clear framework and measurable targets would help track progress and ensure transparency in the institution’s operations.
The university expressed confidence that, with support from partners and staff, the plan would significantly contribute to national development and set a benchmark for excellence in the sector.
The ceremony brought together stakeholders from government, traditional leadership, academia, industry, and civil society.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
It was an exciting moment as hundreds of revellers from various parts of Accra trooped to the Independence Square beach in Osu to celebrate Easter.
Dressed in all kinds of beach costumes, parents were seen with their children having fun and enjoying the moment.
Others made the best of their outing by engaging in other fun activities.
The revellers engaged in games such as football, ampe, athletics while others just sat, relaxed to release stress amidst music provided by some revellers.
By Lizzy Okai
