Day: December 22, 2023

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has honored Dr. Mrs. Kate Quartey – Papafio, Chief Executive Officer of Reroy Cables Ghana Limited for demonstrating excellence in leadership, business and entrepreneurship and support for youth development in Africa.

Dr. Mrs. Kate Quartey – Papafio, was presented with the Legacy and GADIA State Award 2023 at an event, attended by top CEOs and high-profile personalities at the Office of the President.

She is a businesswoman who has made a mark in the cable manufacturing business in Ghana and the entire African Sub region and has transcended societal boundaries and captured a dream meant for men.

She started Reroy Cables about 27 years ago as a distribution company, but by dint of hard work and tenacity she ventured into the manufacturing business of high-quality cables and conductors for domestic and industrial use.

Reroy Cables gave birth to other four engineering entities; Reroy Power, Reroy Metal, Reroy Energy and Reroy Infrastructure, all operating under the pa
tronage of Reroy Group, creating job opportunities and training and contributing to socio-economic capital of Sub-Sahara Africa.

As a major player in the production and distribution of power cables, conductors, provision of electrical power distribution system and strategic contract services to the electricity sector, its business is also linked to the electricity distribution and transmission.

Reroy has expanded its manufacturing capabilities in Ghana to optimize its global business portfolio, and exploring other geographic deployments and business ventures across Sub region.

Over the last two decades, she has led Reroy to build a brand, which has now become synonymous with our core values of excellence, integrity and continuous improvement.

In view of the increasing complexity and dynamic nature of current challenges facing many of the world’s economies, she has led Reroy to focus part of their investments on the development of specialized human resource and technological base.

Apart from the above, sh
e also received awards from the Commissioner on Women and Children, Commonwealth Business Council, European Business, Lionesses of Africa, Ghana Chamber of Commerce, Association of Ghana Industries, Ghana Real Estate Developers

Association, Ghana Electrical Dealers Association, Fellow at the Ghana Institution of Engineers and Hall of fame member Ghana Entrepreneurs Foundation

She was on 18th October 2014 crowned the Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana (CIMG) Marketing woman of the year 2013 and on 12th December adjudged winner in the Entrepreneurship category at the maiden edition of the Osagyefo Kwame Nkrumah African Genius Award.

Reroy Cables Limited was adjudged the Manufacturing Company of the year 2014 at the National Marketing awards organized by the Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana.

Other achievements include Ernst and Young West Africa Entrepreneur of the Year Award, 2013; Africa’s most influential Women in business and government Awards 2013; CEO Communications Limited, South Africa
and Silver Award; 3rd Ghana-Africa Business Awards 2008.

Kate was a panel member at the 2015 Global African Investment Summit, UK. European Business Assembly recently adjudged her as the Best Manager.

At the same ceremony her company Reroy Cables Ltd was named the Best Enterprise.
Source: Ghana News Agency

Stakeholders in Ghana’s media sector have provided valuable input into a draft National Action Plan designed to tackle the growing incidents of misinformation and disinformation in the media space.

This follows a recent National Conference on Disinformation and Misinformation, where a seven-point communique was collectively agreed upon by political parties, civil society organizations (CSOs), media representatives, and development partners.

The forum was organised by the Ministry of Information in Accra on Thursday, which saw the participation of media umbrella bodies, including the Ghana Independent Broadcasters Association (GIBA), Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Private Newspapers and Online News Publishers Association of Ghana (PRINPAG), and the National Media Commission (NMC).

The event allowed stakeholders in the media landscape to share their insights and make various suggestions to help shape the National Action Plan.

The collaboration ensured that the plan is not only comprehensive but also
reflective of the diverse perspectives within the media landscape.

The Minister of Information, Mr Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, who opened the meeting, emphasised the urgent need to address the proliferation of false information in the media.

He highlighted the exponential growth in media channels across the country and called for proactive measures to address the rising tide of misinformation and disinformation.

‘With the advancement of media, now there’s a multiplicity of channels all over the country, and we’re very proud of that,’ he stated.

‘About 700 radio stations have authorisation to operate in the country, 100s of TV channels, last count was about over 200 of them and 1000s of publications both online and print and then new media platforms.

‘So the question is where is the editor or editorial board? The risk, therefore, is that information that lacks integrity finds itself in the public domain, and that’s what gives rise to mis/disinformation,’Mr Nkrumah noted.

The Minister called for a collective com
mitment from all stakeholders towards addressing the challenges posed by misinformation and disinformation, emphasising the importance of the National Action Plan in safeguarding public trust and maintaining the integrity of information in Ghana’s evolving media environment.

The final Action Plan would help the country to take a bold step towards minimising the adverse effects of misinformation and disinformation.
Source: Ghana News Agency

The future of many Ghanaian journalists is at stake given the poor economic conditions and welfare they are confronted with, Mr Kojo Oppong-Nkrumah, Minister of Information, has lamented.

‘There are many of our brothers and sisters who at the end of the month do not get salary.

‘There are many who do not even get their statutory payments made on their behalf by their employers. If we do not deal with it, our own very future is at stake,’ he said.

Mr Oppong-Nkrumah was addressing the second annual dinner night of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), in Accra.

Referring to the 2023 World Press Freedom Index, the Information Minister pointed out that the single item that dragged Ghana down the most, bordered on the poor conditions of service for Ghanaian journalists.

‘There are many who do not have their necessary pension deductions made and paid in the Pensions Fund for them,’ he stated.

This, he said, did not augur well for the future of those journalists, especially ‘when they are no longer in acti
ve service.’

Mr Oppong-Nkrumah assured that the Ministry of Information would continue to liaise with the GJA and other stakeholders to empower journalists for efficiency in their work.

Therefore, the media capacity enhancement programme will be sustained in order to build a vibrant media space.

The Minister said the Ministry of information was working in partnership with the National Media Commission (NMC) and GJA to discipline media houses which were not complying with the ethics of the profession.

The move is to sanitise the media space in order to promote professionalism.

Mr Albert Dwumfour, the GJA President, lauded the KGL Group for its support for the activities of the Association, saying the leadership was grateful for its assistance.

He assured that the Association would not relent in protecting journalists in the line of duty, urging them to uphold the code of ethics of the profession.
Source: Ghana News Agency

Zipline, an aerial logistics delivery company, and Piper Pretty Farms, a livestock business empowering pig farmers in Ghana, have joined forces to deliver swine semen for artificial insemination to enhance pig breeding.

Artificial insemination is a time-sensitive procedure, demanding that animals in estrus be inseminated within a strict 48-hour window. This is often threatened by the slowness, ineffectiveness, and labour-intensive nature of current distribution practices, causing delays that significantly undermine the breeding programme’s success.

The partnership will leverage Zipline’s advanced drone technology to increase the availability of semen doses to up to 1000 doses per week, Maame Esi Amoah, Fulfillment Lead at Zipline Mpanya, stated in a document made available to the Ghana News Agency.

She said, ‘This significant boost will enhance the insemination process, delivering efficiency in animals’ natural cycles and optimising the breeding process.

‘At Zipline, we have always been at the forefront
of leveraging technology for practical and impactful solutions.’

Maame Amoah noted that extending Zipline services to the agricultural sector, specifically to support pig farming in Ghana, is a proud milestone.?

‘In this partnership, we will receive products weekly and store them in our warehouse and incubator for safe delivery to the client. We believe this will improve breeding and showcase innovative livestock farming solutions,’ she noted.

She explained that the swine semen, stored in cold-chain incubators would be transported by drones with precision drop-off abilities to be accessed for insemination.?

‘This innovative method will reduce waste by enhancing semen viability and minimising delivery times, in stark contrast to traditional methods of delivery,’ she said.

Mr. Isaac Asubonteng, Chief Executive Officer of Piper Pretty, stressed that artificial insemination had emerged as the most practical and efficient technique for genetic cross-breeding and would help the industry’s evolving demands.

‘T
his collaboration with Zipline is a game-changer for us in pig farming in Ghana. By enhancing the pig production process, we’re improving efficiency and revolutionising the entire industry.?

‘The use of drone technology in delivering swine semen is a significant step forward in ensuring the timely and effective breeding of pigs.’

He said previously the weekly delivery was 50 doses of semen, but with the Zipline drone delivery, ‘we can reach all catchment areas and do 700 to 1,000 doses of delivery per week.?

‘This increase will significantly have economic benefits and ensure that farmers receive optimal value for their products.’

Mr. Asubonteng said Zipline’s initiative was seen as part of the broader projection towards precision agriculture, where technology is used to increase efficiency and output in farming.?

‘Ghana’s pig farming sector is poised to significantly see a steady and superior supply of swine semen for genetic cross-breeding via drone operations. This is expected to lead to enhanced breed
quality and increased meat production, thereby strengthening food security,’ he said.
Source: Ghana News Agency

The Controller and Accountant General’s Department (CAGD) has held its end-of-year thanksgiving and carols service to celebrate God’s protection and blessings despite a challenging year.

The service was an occasion for the CAGD to reflect, cherish and thank God for His provision, protection and faithfulness.

The service was on the theme: ‘In everything give thanks to God, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.’

It saw members of the CAGD, most of whom were in white attires, filling the forecourt of the Department with their guests.

In a joyful and ecstatic mood, they danced and worshiped God for His goodness.

Delivering his end-of-year message, Mr Kwasi Kwaning-Bosompem, the Controller and Accountant General, said the theme for the occasion reminded all of the power of gratitude and the importance of giving thanks in all circumstances.

He said gratitude was not merely an emotion, but a transformative attitude that shaped perspectives and empowered people to face challenges with resilience
and hope.

‘I stand before you today with a heart full of gratitude for the blessings we have received throughout the year,’ he added.

Mr Kwaning-Bosompem said this year the Department encountered unforeseen obstacles, both on personal and professional fronts but despite the difficulties, the staff continued to excel in the delivery of their mandates.

‘As a Department, we continue to strive towards excellent service delivery, consistent with our mission of providing public financial management services to the Government and the public,’ he said.

‘We also continue to promote the development of efficient accounting systems in all Government Departments,’ he stressed.

Apostle Samuel Amponsah-Frimpong, the Chairman of the Christ Apostolic Church, delivering the sermon, acknowledged the spread of violence across Africa, pointing to Chad, Mali, and Burkina Faso among other countries, but Ghana had been peaceful, giving every cause to give thanks to God.

He urged Ghanaians to utilise their gifts and talents to
ensure the country’s growth.
Source: Ghana News Agency

The Trades Union Congress (TUC) of Ghana has relaunched its Workers Manifesto, to state its position on political and economic issues and guide its engagement with stakeholders.

The 48-page document is made up of seven sections, containing policy positions on human development, economy, labour market, energy and power, governance as well as climate change and environment.

Dr Anthony Yaw-Baah, Secretary General of TUC, relaunched the document at a General Council meeting, which is the second highest decision-making body of the union, on Thursday.

‘This represents a vision we have for this country. We are not a political party, but we are very interested in what goes on in terms of the policies of this country,’ he said.

He said the Worker’s Manifesto would be central to the engagement of the workers’ union with political parties and Civil Society Organisations (CSO).

According to the manifesto, the TUC under the theme of human and social development is demanding the Government to among other things focus
on improving higher level education, grant subsidies to local farmers to improve food security and place priority on implementation of social housing programmes on a mass scale.

‘We must improve the doctor-population ration by expanding the facilities for training of doctors and we must improve their conditions to stop them from leaving the country,’ the document highlighted.

On the economic policy, TUC is urging the Government to include employment as a measure of macroeconomic stability.

It indicated that the current economic policy framework only focused on positive economic growth, single digit inflation, stable exchange rate and positive balance of payment.

‘We need to change the macroeconomic policy framework. A change that does not only lead to faster economic growth but a change that creates decent jobs for the people of Ghana,’ the TUC highlighted in the document.

On the labour front, the TUC called for ‘bold measures’ to deal with low pay in both the public and private sectors, review the singl
e spine pay policy, improve pension levels to reflect cost of living and make resources available to revive the process of establishing a National Unemployment Insurance Scheme (Scheme).

The Workers’ Manifesto was first launched in November this year when the TUC met with Mr John Dramani Mahama, the former President and Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).

The manifesto has since been reviewed to include policy positions on Climate Change and Environment.
Source: Ghana News Agency