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Women’s Ministry Directorate Donates To Nana Afrakoma On Her 60th Anniversary

Women’s Ministry Directorate Donates To Nana Afrakoma On Her 60th Anniversary

Ghana News, Pent TV, Pentecost News
The Women’s Ministry Directorate of The Church of Pentecost, led by Mrs Philomina Mireku, visited the Akwamuman Royal Palace on September 13, 2024, to congratulate Nana Afrakoma II, the Queen of Akwamuman, on the 60th anniversary of her reign. Nana Afrakoma became queen at the age of 18 and is recognised as the leader of all Queen Mothers in Ghana due to her extensive experience and peaceful leadership. During their visit to the Agormanya Area of the church, the Directorate took the opportunity to visit the queen at her palace. The delegation included Apostle Dr Samuel and Mrs Gakpetor (Agormanya Area Head), the Area Women’s Ministry Executive Committee members, the Area pastorate, and members of the ministry in the Akwamu Zone. Nana Afrakoma, who was extremely happy to see th...
Over 4000 breast cancer cases recorded in Ghana every year

Over 4000 breast cancer cases recorded in Ghana every year

Ghana News, Health & Wellbeing
Over 4,000 breast cancer cases are recorded in Ghana every year. Limited awareness of the disease, inadequate screening and treatment centres have been some of the factors driving the increase in infections. Dr Mrs Beatrice Wiafe Addai, Chief Executive of Breast Care International, who stated this, said breast cancer had become a significant public health concern claiming the lives of many women in Ghana. Speaking at the launch of the 2024 Walk for Cure, an annual national breast cancer awareness program in Kumasi, Dr Wiafe Addai bemoaned the continuing stigma and myths surrounding breast cancer. She said a lot of lives could be saved if the stigma was reduced, saying that “It is because of the fear and the stigma that a lot of women are reluctant to diagnose until it is too la...
Couple Gives Birth After 8 Years Of Childlessness

Couple Gives Birth After 8 Years Of Childlessness

Ghana News, Health & Wellbeing, Pentecost News
Overseer Enock and Mrs Helina Tawiah, the Ave-Dakpa District Minister of The Church of Pentecost in the Aflao Area, have welcomed a baby boy after eight years of childlessness, attributing their blessing to divine intervention and prayer. During the christening ceremony of the baby at Ave-Dakpa Central church auditorium, on August 1, 2024, the couple shared their joyous testimony. According to them, despite six years of medical interventions, they found no solution. However, after dedicating themselves to full-time ministry in 2022, they focused on prayer and ministry. When they visited Apostle Michael Agyen Brefo (Aflao Area Head) and his wife, Ophelia, at Aflao, they shared their childless situation with them. Apostle Brefo and his wife prayed fervently for them, assuring them of a...
SOM Welcomes Students Back To School With Goodies

SOM Welcomes Students Back To School With Goodies

Education, Ghana News, Pent TV, Pentecost News
The Schools Outreach Ministry (SOM) of The Church of Pentecost has warmly welcomed students in basic schools back for the new academic year. On Wednesday, September 11, 2024, a delegation led by Pastor Frank Mensah Tandoh, SOM National Coordinator, visited Oblogo M/A Basic 1 & 2 Schools to welcome the students back to school officially. Pastor Tandoh shared a brief exhortation, encouraging students to emulate Jesus Christ’s exemplary character. He referenced Matthew 19:13-14, highlighting Jesus’ special love for children and his readiness to welcome them, rebuking the disciples who tried to prevent parents from bringing their children to him. Pastor Tandoh expressed concern over the negative impact of social media on young people and pledged SOM’s commitment to partnering with...
UTAG threatens strike over illegal mining by end of September

UTAG threatens strike over illegal mining by end of September

Ghana News
The University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has issued an ultimatum to government, threatening a nationwide strike by the end of September 2024 if a total ban on illegal mining aka “galamsey,” is not imposed. In a strongly worded statement, UTAG criticised state-led efforts to combat illegal mining, or “galamsey,” describing them as “failed and corruption-infested militarized battles.” The Association lamented the severe damage caused by illegal mining activities, including the destruction of over 2.5 million hectares of forest cover, a 35% rise in respiratory diseases in mining areas, and a projected cost of $2.3 billion annually to the economy. “If the current trajectory continues, Ghana may be forced to import potable water within six years,” UTAG warned, underscoring t...
Apple unveils iPhone 16 designed for AI

Apple unveils iPhone 16 designed for AI

International, Science & Technology
Apple has officially taken the wraps off the iPhone 16, marking a major leap forward with its first-ever smartphone designed specifically to harness the power of artificial intelligence. CEO Tim Cook, during Apple’s much-anticipated event, introduced Apple Intelligence — a new AI-driven system built into the iPhone 16 to make it smarter and more personalized for users. Interestingly, Cook opted to describe it as personal intelligence, highlighting its focus on adapting to each user’s needs rather than the broader term “artificial intelligence.” Apple CEO Tim Cook walks on the stage during an announcement of new products at Apple headquarters Monday, Sept. 9, in Cupertino, California. The iPhone 16 promises a highly intuitive user experience, with advanced AI learning from ...
Online overtakes TV in survey of news habits

Online overtakes TV in survey of news habits

International, News In Brief
Online has for the first time overtaken television in an annual survey of the UK's news habits. Research by the broadcast regulator Ofcom reveals 71% of the population said they used online services for news versus 70% for TV news bulletins. Over the last year, online sources grew from 68% to 71%, while social media also saw a rise from 47% to 52%. For people aged between 16 and 24, the number saying they use social media for news was 82% The most commonly mentioned online news sources were Facebook, YouTube and Instagram. Meta which owns Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, was the second biggest news source in the survey with 40% saying they used it for news. YouTube saw the biggest rise in the survey of news habits, up from 7% to 19% in a year The BBC remains the biggest ...
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