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The Ghana Property & Lifestyle Expo Global Series launched
The Ghana Property & Lifestyle Expo (GPLE) is excited to announce its 2024 global series, beginning in Washington DC at The Royal Sonesta Hotel, followed by London at the Pestana Hotel, Chelsea Bridge, and concluding in Accra at the Alisa Hotel, North Ridge.
This international series will showcase Ghana’s thriving real estate, tourism, and lifestyle sectors.
The Expo offers attendees a unique platform to engage with real estate experts and explore lucrative investment opportunities in Ghana.
Featuring dynamic panel discussions and interactive sessions, the Expo will highlight the rapid growth of Ghana’s real estate and lifestyle industries.
Accra’s real estate market is booming and driven by increasing demand for luxury properties.
Recently, Time Out magazine ranked Cantonments, Accra, among the top 40 neighborhoods globally.
As the gateway to Africa, Ghana is seeing strong demand from the diaspora and beyond for property investment.
Event Theme: Diligently Building Wealth Through Ghana Real Estate: The Future of Property Investment.”
This year’s Expo will provide a comprehensive overview of Ghana’s real estate, tourism, and lifestyle opportunities.
Co-organised by Anna and Victoria Agyekum, founders of On Point Property Management Ltd, the Expo will feature a lineup of government agencies, guest speakers, and industry professionals offering insights on property investment, legal advice, financial planning, and tourism.
Exhibitors will include renowned developers, property agencies, financial institutions, architects, and lifestyle brands. Attendees will have access to a wide range of property options, from residential and commercial developments to beachfront villas and investment properties.
With expert-led workshops and networking opportunities, visitors will receive practical advice on legal, financial, and estate planning matters, ensuring they can make informed decisions on their property investments.
Anna Agyekum shared
“We are thrilled to bring GPLE to Washington DC and expand our reach across three continents. The Expo has become a trusted platform for buyers seeking secure real estate investments in Ghana.”
Victoria Agyekum added
“Since our inaugural Expo in 2017, which addressed challenges faced by the diaspora in buying property and land safely, we’ve witnessed incredible growth in demand. We’re excited to host this year’s series in Washington DC, London, and Accra.”
The Washington DC Expo is part of Ghana in DC Week, organized in collaboration with the Ghana Embassy in Washington DC, Beyond the Return, and the Ghana Tourism Authority.
This week-long celebration of Ghana’s culture and investment potential aims to foster stronger connections between Ghana and the U.S.
The Expo will also celebrate Ghana’s rich cultural heritage, with exhibitors showcasing local products, services, and tourism offerings. It aims to promote Ghanaian businesses to an international audience, foster partnerships, and expand global investment.
This year’s Expo is proudly partnered with Access Bank (Ghana) Plc, with Goldkey Properties as the lead sponsor.
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CSA urges Universities to strengthen cybersecurity following university of Nottingham cyber-attack
The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has cautioned universities and other operators of Critical Information Infrastructure (CII) in Ghana to comply with cybersecurity regulations following a recent cyber-attack on the University of Nottingham in the United Kingdom.
In a press release issued on June 16, 2026, the Authority said the incident should serve as a warning to educational institutions that no organisation is immune to cyber threats, regardless of its size, reputation or technological capacity.
According to the CSA, the attack on the University of Nottingham is believed to have affected about 450,000 students and alumni, exposing sensitive information such as personal records, contact details, student identification information and financial data.
The Authority noted that although the breach occurred outside Ghana, it has important lessons for the country’s education sector as well as other critical sectors including health, telecommunications and transportation.
The CSA explained that Ghanaian universities are increasingly relying on digital technologies such as student information systems, online learning platforms, cloud services, digital payment systems and research collaborations.
While these technologies improve efficiency and access to services, they also create opportunities for cybercriminals to exploit vulnerabilities.
“The question is therefore not whether Ghanaian universities or other critical sectors will be attacked, but whether they are sufficiently prepared when an attack occurs,” the statement said.
The Authority reminded institutions to adhere to the Directive for the Protection of Critical Information Infrastructure, which was launched in October 2021 to strengthen cybersecurity across critical sectors.
According to the CSA, the directive requires organisations to establish cybersecurity governance structures, conduct risk assessments, implement security controls, report incidents, carry out regular audits and develop effective incident response plans.
The Authority said these measures are intended to reduce the likelihood and impact of cyber-attacks and help protect essential services and national interests.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Former NPP flagbearer aspirant, Kennedy Agyapong, has criticised both the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) over the delayed completion of the Afari Military Hospital and other stalled health infrastructure projects.
Mr. Agyapong made the remarks on Tuesday after donating a pickup truck, an incubator and personal protective equipment (PPEs) to the 37 Military Hospital as part of activities marking his 66th birthday.
Speaking at the event, he said successive governments had failed to complete the Afari Military Hospital despite having years in office to do so.
According to him, the project was initiated during the administration of former President John Agyekum Kufuor and construction later commenced under the NDC.
Mr. Agyapong, who previously chaired Parliament’s Defence and Interior Committee, said he was aware of the project’s challenges and insisted that both the NPP and NDC should be held accountable for the delays.
“We will criticise the NDC and we will criticise the NPP. That’s the only way to go,” he said.
He noted that the previous NPP administration spent eight years in office without completing the facility and questioned attempts to place the blame solely on the current government.
The former Assin Central MP called on Ghanaians to put national development ahead of partisan politics and demand accountability from all political parties.
He said the country would make greater progress if leaders focused on completing critical projects and delivering results rather than engaging in political point-scoring.
By: Jacob Aggrey
