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We are going to work with private sector to revamp railway system in Ghana – Deputy Minister‑Designate for transport
Deputy Minister‑Designate for the Ministry of Transport, Ghana, and Member of Parliament for Jomoro in the Western Region, Dorcas Affo‑Toffey, has expressed her commitment to reviving the country’s railway system.
Answering questions at the vetting of deputy ministerial nominees in Parliament, she disclosed that if approved, she would work closely with the sector minister to attract private investors into the railway sector.
She said the involvement of the private sector would help make the railway system more functional and efficient to benefit the country.
Madam Affo‑Toffey added that the goal is to expand the railway lines across Ghana, especially on key trade routes to make the movement of goods easier and faster.
She emphasised that developing the railway network is important for economic growth and job creation.
“If given the nod, one of the things I will suggest to the Minister is to open up the railway sector for private investment. This will help revamp the sector and make it viable for national development,” she assured.
By Jacob Aggrey
The 24 Hour Economy Authority has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Hunan Architectural Design Institute Group to support the planning of the Volta Economic Corridor.
The agreement aims to guide how land within the corridor will be used, design key infrastructure, and develop systems that will support large scale production.
The partnership will focus on detailed planning to make the area ready for investment and smooth business operations.
The project will include the development of agroecological parks, industrial zones, and transport networks to connect production centres to markets.
According to the Authority, proper planning is critical to building strong economic systems and expanding production across the corridor.
It noted that the collaboration with the Chinese design firm will help lay a solid foundation for industrial growth and long term development within the Volta Economic Corridor.
By: Jacob Aggrey
President of the Ghana Bar Association, Efua Ghartey, has called on judges and lawyers to carry out their duties with humility, fairness, and a strong sense of responsibility.
She made the appeal during the Supreme Court at 150 celebration held at the University of Ghana, under the theme “Honouring the past, celebrating the present and defining the future.”
Addressing participants, she noted that those in the legal profession occupy positions of great power and influence, and must therefore remain humble in the discharge of their duties.
She urged both the bench and the bar to deliver justice without fear or ill will, stressing the need for fairness in handling cases.
Reflecting on the significance of the celebration, she explained that the year 1876 marks not only the establishment of the Supreme Court but also the beginning of formally trained lawyers in the Gold Coast.
The GBA President questioned what Ghana would be without the rule of law, which is upheld by judges and lawyers, adding that the country could descend into a system where only the strongest survive if justice is not properly administered.
She further encouraged legal practitioners to reflect on their responsibilities and remain committed to upholding the rule of law for the benefit of all citizens.
By: Jacob Aggrey
