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President Mahama in Gabon for first International Forum focused on Innovation and Development
President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Libreville, Gabon, to participate in the inaugural Libreville International Forum for Innovation and Development, a high-level event that brings together Heads of State, government officials, global investors, and technology experts.
The forum, being held under the patronage of Mr Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, President of the Republic of Gabon, is on the theme “Political Stability, Business Climate, and Artificial Intelligence: Catalysts for Growth.”
The forum seeks to position Gabon as a regional innovation hub and key destination for international investment.
Organisers are holding the Forum to inaugurate the newly constructed Omar Bongo Ondimba Congress Centre, which also serves as the venue for the Forum and as a future centre for international dialogue.
The forum will culminate in the “Libreville Declaration,” which will showcase the strategic political leaders’ commitments to enhancing governance, transparency, and digital integration across the continent.
President Mahama remains a strong advocate for fostering partnerships that bridge the gap between government policy and private-sector growth to ensure inclusive development.
The Director-General of the Cyber Security Authority (CSA)and Chair of the Africa Network of Cybersecurity Authorities(ANCA), Mr. Divine Selase Agbeti, has positioned Ghana at the centre of continental cybersecurity discussions at the Cyber and Information Security Exhibition and Conference (CAISEC)2026 in Cairo.
There, he delivered a keynote address, chaired the first Arab-Africa Cybersecurity Roundtable, and received a Special Achievement Award.
Speaking to government officials, regulators, industry leaders and international partners, Mr. Agbeti noted that cybersecurity had become central to national security, economic development,and digital trust.
He called for stronger regional collaboration, investment in capacity development, and coordinated responses to increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.
He highlighted Ghana’s progress in cybersecurity regulation, critical information infrastructure protection, cybercrime response, incident management and public-private partnerships.
He urged African countries to move beyond isolated national efforts and work together to protect their digital economies.
As part of the conference, Mr. Agbeti, in his capacity as ANCA Chair, presided over the inaugural Arab-Africa Cybersecurity Roundtable.
The meeting brought together cybersecurity authorities and policymakers from Africa and the Arab region to discuss threat intelligence sharing, cyber diplomacy, critical infrastructure protection, workforce development, cybercrime response and digital trust.
Participants agreed to deepen institutional collaboration and develop practical mechanisms for sustained cooperation between both regions.
The roundtable was described as a milestone for South-South cooperation and a signal of Africa’s growing role in global cybersecurity governance.
Mr. Agbeti was also honoured with a Special Achievement Award for his contribution to cybersecurity policy, resilience, capacity building, and international cooperation across Ghana and Africa.
He dedicated the award to Ghana, the Cyber Security Authority, ANCA member states, and partners working to build a safer digital future.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced that it will release the names of shortlisted applicants for its ongoing recruitment exercise by July 20, 2026.
In a statement issued on June 23, 2026, and signed by the Deputy Director-General for Management Services, Prof. Smile Dzisi, the Service said it is currently reviewing all applications received to ensure that applicants meet the eligibility requirements outlined in the recruitment advertisement.
According to the statement, the review of applications is expected to be completed by June 30, 2026.
It said the names of successful applicants who make it to the next stage of the recruitment process will be announced by July 20, after which the onboarding process at the regional and district levels will begin.
The GES explained that the onboarding exercise will run from July 20 to August 31, 2026.
The statement added that successful applicants are expected to assume duty on August 31, 2026.
Management of the Service thanked all applicants for their interest in serving the nation and expressed appreciation for their patience and understanding throughout the recruitment process.
The GES also wished all applicants well and encouraged them to contact its Public Relations Unit for further information.
By: Jacob Aggrey
