Celebrated Ghanaian musician, Kwame Nsiah-Apau, affectionately called Okyeame Kwame in the showbiz circles, has partnered with the Director for Wildliife and Human Resources Organisation (WHRO Ghana), and Senior Lecturer
Department of Marine and Fisheries Sciences at the University of Ghana,
Dr.Kofi Agyekumhene for a cleanup exercise at Abia Beach in Ningo-Prampram.

The cleanup slated for this Saturday, November 8, 2025, is aimed at promoting clean and resilient coastal ecosystems.

The initiative also seeks to protect endangered sea turtle species that nest along Ghana’s coast. This effort forms part of their broader commitment to conserve marine biodiversity and maintain healthy coastal environments for both humans and wildlife.

Speaking to Dr.Agyekumhene, he further added that with this initiative, they want to raise awareness about the importance of protecting marine habitats and reducing coastal pollution, especially in areas serving as sea turtle nesting sites.

He said, through this initiative with Okyeame Kwame, they hope to inspire collective responsibility among coastal communities, institutions, strengthen partnerships between local communities, government agencies, and conservation organizations, as well as support sustainable coastal livelihoods by ensuring cleaner, healthier beaches that benefit both people and nature.

The cleanup is part of a continuous effort rather than a one-time activity. Over the years, the Wildlife and Human Resources Organisation (WHRO Ghana), together with its partners, have organised several beach cleanups to maintain sea turtle nesting sites and coastal cleanliness.

While this event takes place on Saturday,November 8,2025, WHRO plans to expand its efforts across more coastal communities in the coming years.

It is their goal to make coastal cleanups a national culture, working with District/Municipal assemblies and traditional authorities so that coastal sanitation becomes a key part of local and national development agenda.

The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has announced a series of reforms aimed at improving transparency, efficiency, and youth development in Ghana’s sports sector.

Appearing before the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament today, Mr. Adams said the Ministry had set up a Fixed Asset Coordinating Unit within the National Sports Authority (NSA) to properly assess and manage the value of national sports infrastructure.

The move, he explained, is meant to boost revenue generation and ensure accountability in the management of state-owned sports facilities.

The Minister revealed plans to introduce an e-ticketing system across all stadiums and sporting events in the country.

According to him, this initiative will make event management more transparent, efficient, and secure.

Mr. Adams further disclosed that the Ministry is in the final stages of completing a new National Sports Policy, which for the first time will fully integrate recreation into Ghana’s national development agenda.

The policy, he said, is expected to be ready by the first quarter of 2026.

Another key announcement was the creation of a School Sports Agency, which he described as a “critical structure to drive talent discovery, youth engagement, and athlete development from the ground up.”

He said the agency will serve as the foundation for grooming Ghana’s future champions.

Mr. Adams assured Parliament that the Ministry remains committed to building a modern, inclusive, and accountable sports and recreation ecosystem that delivers value, opportunity, and national pride.

By: Jacob Aggrey