E/R Minister Orders Temporary Suspension of China Mall Project in Koforidua

Apr112025 by Prince AsareNo Comments

E/R Minister Orders Temporary Suspension of China Mall Project in Koforidua

Construction works on a new China Mall project near the Kenkey Factory Traffic Light area in Koforidua have been temporarily suspended following an order from the Eastern Regional Minister, Hon. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey. The Minister’s directive comes in response to complaints from residents in the area, who claim that the activities of the Chinese developers have worsened flooding in their homes. The project, spearheaded by Chinese investors, is situated on a parcel of land recently acquired near the Kenkey Factory Traffic Light. However, land preparation and construction-related activities have reportedly disrupted the natural flow of water, resulting in severe flooding in nearby residential areas. Hon. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey has instructed the developers to halt all ongoing w...

Apr92025 by Joseph AttohNo Comments

PENTSOS Headquarters Donates To Tema Area

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The Pentecost Social Services (PENTSOS), the social intervention arm of The Church of Pentecost, continues to uphold its mission of initiating, promoting, developing, and managing impactful social services and projects aimed at transforming lives. In line with this mandate, PENTSOS embarked on a significant outreach initiative in the Tema Area, providing vital support to members in need. As part of the programme, a variety of essential items valued at thousands of Ghana Cedis were donated, demonstrating the Church’s unwavering commitment to holistic empowerment. In a unique gesture, beneficiaries were encouraged to invite two or three individuals to participate in free vocational training, fully sponsored by the Church. This provision ensures that the life-changing opportunity rea...

Apr82025 by Joseph AttohNo Comments

Adom Estate Assembly Church Auditorium Dedicated

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The Adom Estate Assembly church auditorium in the Akweley District of the Downtown-Ofaakor Area of The Church of Pentecost has been dedicated. The dedication service, held on March 30, 2025, was officiated by the Downtown-Ofaakor Area Head, Apostle William Kojo Edzorhoho. The Adom Estate Assembly was established in July 2004, following a three-day evangelistic rally at the Adom Estate bus stop. It was part of the then Kasoa North District under the then Accra West Area of the church, with Apostle S. K. Ansong (now retired) as the Area Head and Pastor Opoku Kissi (now retired) as the District Minister. The first Presiding Elder of the assembly was Elder Silas Nuel. The church began with just 14 members, meeting at the porch of Deaconess Akwettey. Over time, its nu...

Apr82025 by Joseph AttohNo Comments

Awoshie District HUM Celebrates Rehabilitation Of Muslim Convert

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The Awoshie District of The Church of Pentecost, through its Home and Urban Missions (HUM) outreach programme, has successfully rehabilitated a Muslim lady who was won to Christianity. The Muslim convert (name withheld) recently converted to Christianity through the HUM outreach programme held at Darkuman Cable. Following her conversion, she was warmly welcomed into the church community. In a demonstration of holistic support, the church provided her with accommodation and enrolled her in a dressmaking apprenticeship programme. By the grace of God, she has now graduated from the programme. As a gesture of empowerment and encouragement, the church presented her with an industrial sewing machine to help her establish her own business. Report by HUM Media Team

Apr62025 by Joseph AttohNo Comments

Mile 3 District Promotes Unity Through Cultural Diversity On Gospel Sunday

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The Mile 3 District of The Church of Pentecost, under the New Tafo Area, has celebrated a vibrant Traditional Day as part of its Gospel Sunday service, promoting unity in diversity within the Christian faith. The event, themed around inclusivity in the body of Christ, saw members from all five local assemblies—English Assembly, Mile 3 Assembly, Ahenbronum Assembly, Ebenezer Assembly, and Nhyiaeso Assembly—dressed in traditional attire representing their ethnic identities. District Pastor Joseph Ankomaku noted that the celebration aimed to remind believers that Jesus Christ died for all people, regardless of culture or tribe. Members participated in showcasing their heritage through traditional clothing, food, music, and dance. Traditional dishes such as Tuo Zaafi, Eto, and Fufu we...

Apr62025 by Joseph AttohNo Comments

Importers & Exporters Association Condemns U.S. Tariffs On Ghanaian Goods

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The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG) has expressed strong opposition to the recent decision by the United States government to impose a 10% tariff on imports from Ghana. In a press statement issued on Thursday, the Association described the move as a violation of World Trade Organisation (WTO) protocols and a threat to Ghana’s economic stability. It warned that the tariff hike could severely affect businesses engaged in international trade, potentially diminishing the country's global competitiveness. Mr. Samson Asaki, Executive Secretary of the Association, called for urgent diplomatic engagement between the two countries to avert a looming trade crisis. He is expected to provide further analysis on the implications of the tariff during a media interview later tod...

Apr62025 by Joseph AttohNo Comments

Residents Of Salpond Ankaful Endure Prolonged Water Crisis

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Residents of Salpond Ankaful are grappling with a severe water shortage that has persisted for months, leaving many dependent on a single local pond or purchasing water from external vendors at high costs. The situation has significantly affected daily life in the community, making household chores and access to clean drinking water increasingly difficult. The local pond, once a vital resource, has become unreliable due to overuse and seasonal changes. Issa Allasan, the Assemblyman for the area, expressed grave concern over the prolonged crisis, citing a blocked main water pipe as the root cause. He noted that despite repeated reports, the issue remains unresolved, worsening the burden on residents—especially the economically vulnerable. Community members have appealed to both gov...

Apr62025 by Joseph AttohNo Comments

UP African Movement Feeds Vulnerable Children In Kumasi, Launches Empowerment Vision

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In a heartwarming outreach effort, the Up African Movement, a digital trading company focused on reducing poverty, has organized a street-feeding initiative to support vulnerable children and families in Kumasi. The programme, dubbed the Up Project Charity Initiative, is part of the company’s broader mission to empower Ghanaians through online trading education and financial literacy. The initiative kicked off at the Amakom Children’s Park and extended through Asafo, Adum, and other nearby communities. Volunteers distributed bags of rice, cooking oil, and hot meals—including jollof rice and drinks—to street children and low-income families, bringing hope and joy to many. Speaking to the media, David Megga, Director of Up African Movement, emphasized the importance of giving back t...

Apr62025 by Joseph AttohNo Comments

President Mahama Launches GoldBoD To Boost Ghana’s Gold Sector

Business News, General News, Ghana News

Former President John Dramani Mahama has announced the establishment of GoldBod, a new initiative aimed at transforming Ghana’s gold export industry and ensuring greater value retention from mineral resources. In a statement accompanied by a video announcement, President Mahama revealed that the GoldBod Act, which received presidential assent on March 28, 2024, officially paves the way for the creation of the GoldBod entity. The new institution will streamline Ghana’s gold sector and regulate gold trading and export activities. “This sets up GoldBod to streamline Ghana’s gold sector, including our exports, to ensure that the country earns more value for money from our gold mining operations,” the former President stated. Under the provisions of the Act, GoldBod will have regulato...

Apr62025 by Joseph AttohNo Comments

GRIDCO Restores Power After Nationwide Outage, Assures Improved Stability

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The Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo) has announced the full restoration of electricity supply following a widespread system disturbance on Thursday, April 3, 2024. The outage impacted several regions, including Accra, Kumasi, Sunyani, Techiman, Bui, Tumu, Sawla, and other areas in northern Ghana. The disruption, which occurred at 8:09 p.m., was traced to a fault on the Tafo–Nkawkaw transmission line. Attempts to restore the line caused adjacent transmission lines to trip, resulting in a significant loss of power generation and affecting the national grid. By 10:57 p.m., GRIDCo’s System Control Centre had successfully stabilized the grid and restored full power. GRIDCo issued an apology to the general public for the inconvenience and reassured Ghanaians of its commitment to improving po...

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