A 52-year old Emmanuel Opuni from Chia in the Akyemansa District, has been named the overall Eastern Regional Best Farmer. He was among 15 individuals and institutions recognized for their contributions to Ghana’s development, food security, and economic stability at this year’s Regional Farmers Day Celebration at New Abirem. He took home a tricycle, a […]
The Konor of the Manya Krobo Traditional Area, Nene Sakite II, has commended the President Mahama-led administration for its efforts in stabilizing the economy. He said the economy is doing relatively well citing notable achievements in curbing inflation, maintaining stability against the dollar, and ensuring the economy is well-managed which has brought some relief to […]
The Eastern Regional Minister, Mrs. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, has emphasized the crucial role of youth empowerment in driving national development, at the Suhum Odwira Festival in the Eastern Region. Speaking at the Suhum Odwira Festival, Mrs. Awatey noted that investing in young people is vital for Ghana’s progress. She enumerated government initiatives such as […]
The government is working assiduously to look for funds to complete all the abandoned Affordable Housing Projects across the country as part of its resetting agenda. Assessments and evaluations are being conducted on these uncompleted projects to bring contractors back on site immediately funds are secured. The Minister for Works, Housing and Water Resources, Kenneth […]
The Chiefs and people of Anum Traditional Council in the Asuogyaman District of the Eastern Region have taken a significant step towards ending child marriage in the area. They declared their commitment to protecting the rights and futures of children. The declaration was made at this year’s Odweogyi festival at Anum by the traditional leaders […]
The Eastern Regional Minister, Mrs. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey has inaugurated the District Spatial Planning Committees and Technical Sub-Committees across all 33 Municipal and District Assemblies in the region. The District Spatial Planning Committee will provide strategic guidance on land use, housing, transport corridors, economic zones, and environmental safeguards, while the Technical Sub-Committee will translate […]
The Eastern Regional Minister, Mrs. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, has expressed her profound appreciation for the significant role the Anglican Church plays in governance and national development. She commended the church’s unwavering support and collaboration in crucial sectors such as education, health, agriculture, and social interactions. She was speaking at the Centenary Anniversary Celebration and […]
The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), together with other security services, commemorated the 80th Veterans Remembrance Day on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. The Day, also known as Poppy Day, is observed annually across the country to honour Ghanaian veterans and others who lost their lives during the First World War. It is also marked across member […]
The Seventh-Day Adventist College of Education at Asokore – Koforidua has held a graduation ceremony for 822 students, comprising 496 males and 326 females. Speaking on the theme “Pursuing Excellence in Teacher Education,”the Eastern Regional Minister, Mrs. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, charged the graduating teachers to pursue excellence in their profession, emphasizing that teaching is […]
The Eastern Regional Minister, Mrs. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, has underscored the importance of inclusive digital innovation in driving sustainable development in Ghana. Speaking at the Regional Edition of the Ghana Digital Innovation Week (GDIW) in Koforidua, Mrs. Awatey highlighted the need for digital technologies to benefit all, particularly rural communities and marginalized groups. The […]