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Young leaders urged to build trust to drive Africa’s economic integration
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The Founder of the Brazil-Ghana Chamber of Commerce, Mrs. Edinam Adjei-Sika, has called on young Africans to take an active role in building trust and relationships that will strengthen regional economic integration across the continent.
Speaking at the Africa Young Diplomats Forum (AYDF) International Diplomatic Leadership Conference held at the School of Public Health Auditorium on Thursday, Mrs. Adjei-Sika said Africa’s economic future depended not only on trade agreements and policies but also on the ability of citizens to work together across borders.
She stressed that frameworks such as Agenda 2063 and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) could only achieve their objectives when people, businesses and communities developed mutual trust and understanding.
According to her, economic integration is not driven solely by infrastructure, customs procedures or regulations but by strong human relationships that encourage cooperation and trade.
Mrs. Adjei-Sika shared an experience from a meeting with a senior diplomat in Ghana who described her as an ambassador because of her efforts in connecting businesses and promoting cultural exchange between Brazil and Ghana.
The experience, she said, demonstrated that leadership and bridge-building are no longer limited to individuals with diplomatic titles or official passports.
“Anyone who creates opportunities for cooperation, understanding and partnership is contributing to diplomacy and development,” she noted.
She explained that successful trade and investment relationships often begin with trust, adding that people are more willing to do business with those they understand and respect.
Using the example of AfCFTA, Mrs. Adjei-Sika said Africans must first develop confidence in one another before the continent can fully benefit from the free trade agreement.
She noted that stronger relationships among citizens of countries such as Ghana, Togo and Nigeria would make it easier for businesses to collaborate and expand across borders.
Mrs. Adjei-Sika further encouraged young leaders to see themselves as agents of change capable of promoting cooperation, innovation and sustainable development in their communities.
She urged them to invest in networking, cultural understanding and dialogue, explaining that these qualities would help create partnerships that can withstand political changes and economic challenges.
The conference, which brought together emerging leaders, students and professionals from across Africa, focused on the role of diplomacy and leadership in advancing regional cooperation and achieving the goals of Agenda 2063.
Participants were encouraged to embrace leadership roles that promote unity, economic growth and stronger connections among African countries.
By Enoch Ntiamoah Siaw
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has clarified that former Finance Minister Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta remains the subject of criminal proceedings in Ghana and is still wanted under a valid arrest warrant issued by the High Court in Accra.
In a public notice, the OSP said it had taken note of a transcript of a hearing from a United States immigration court that has been circulated by some media organisations.
According to the office, the document has been interpreted by some to suggest that Mr. Ofori-Atta has not been credibly charged or linked to any wrongdoing in Ghana.
The OSP rejected that interpretation, explaining that it is not involved in Mr. Ofori-Atta’s immigration proceedings in the United States.
It said its involvement relates only to extradition proceedings, which are being handled through Ghana’s Attorney-General as the country’s central authority.
According to the OSP, the extradition documents are not before the US immigration court and the court has no authority to determine whether the criminal charges against Mr. Ofori-Atta are credible.
“The credibility or otherwise of the criminal charges against Mr. Ofori-Atta is a matter for determination by the courts in Ghana,” the OSP stated.
The office explained that there are three separate legal proceedings involving the former minister.
These include the immigration proceedings in the United States concerning his immigration status, extradition proceedings to determine whether he should be returned to Ghana, and the criminal case before the High Court in Accra involving corruption and corruption-related offences.
The OSP reiterated that Mr. Ofori-Atta remains before the High Court in Accra as an accused person and that a valid warrant has been issued for his arrest.
It maintained that he remains a fugitive from justice in Ghana and is required to appear before the High Court to answer the charges against him.
The Special Prosecutor also stressed that the criminal proceedings in Ghana would continue in accordance with the law and the directives of the High Court, whether or not Mr. Ofori-Atta is physically present in the country.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Telecel Ghana has announced that it has resolved the intermittent challenges that affected its voice and data services.
In a message to customers, the telecommunications company announced that its network services had been fully restored after experiencing temporary disruptions.
“We are pleased to inform you that intermittent challenges with our voice and data services have been resolved,” the company said.
Telecel apologised to customers for the inconvenience caused by the service interruptions and thanked them for their patience during the period.
“We appreciate your patience and apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused,” the company added.
The company assured customers of its commitment to providing reliable communication services under its slogan, “Connecting Energies.”
By: Jacob Aggrey
