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We will reduce the cost of borrowing; President Mahama assures businesses
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We will reduce the cost of borrowing; President Mahama assures businesses

President John Dramani Mahama on Saturday assured businesses that the Government will reduce the cost of borrowing by reforming credit systems and supporting blended finance instruments. This is to stimulate economic growth and to help strengthen businesses and industries. The President also announced that the Government would retool the financial sector to serve the real economy—not just government borrowing or speculative trading. President Mahama stated this in his opening remarks at the Second Edition of the Kwahu Business Forum at Mpraeso in the Kwahu South District of the Eastern Region. The Kwahu Business Forum, which is the brain child of President Mahama, is a major initiative to foster entrepreneurship and support the growth of Ghana’s small and medium enterprises (SM...
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Ayariga commends President Mahama for Kwahu Business Forum
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Ayariga commends President Mahama for Kwahu Business Forum

Mr Mahama Ayariga, the Majority Leader and Leader of Government Business in Parliament, has commended President John Dramani Mahama for establishing the Kwahu Business Forum. Mr Mahama Ayariga said this would serve as a platform to acknowledge the entrepreneurial spirit of the people and as a rallying point for entrepreneurship across the country. Mr Ayariga gave the commendation in his address at the Second Edition of the Kwahu Business Forum at the Mpraeso Social Centre in the Kwahu South District of the Eastern Region. He said a 24-hour economy became the rallying cry of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) during the Election 2024 campaign, leading to its resounding victory because it represented enterprise, business, and most importantly jobs for the teaming youth, and that...
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Ghana Immigration Service gets new office Accommodation
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Ghana Immigration Service gets new office Accommodation

The Deputy Minister for the Interior, Hon. Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi has commissioned a new office accommodation for Ghana Immigration Service at Kwahu Aduamoa in the Eastern Region, donated by the chiefs and people of the town. In his address, Hon. Okletey Terlabi expressed gratitude to the chiefs and people of Aduamoah, particularly Nana Ahea Tutu Brempong, the Chief of Aduamoa, for partnering with the Ghana Immigration Service to construct the office building. He described the gesture as a demonstration of the community’s commitment to development and willingness to collaborate with government agencies to improve the lives of their subjects and ensure maximum security. The Deputy Minister noted that the new office accommodation will enable the Ghana Immigration Service to better se...
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President Mahama unveils bold financial reforms, 24-hour economy strategy at 2025 Kwahu Business Forum
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President Mahama unveils bold financial reforms, 24-hour economy strategy at 2025 Kwahu Business Forum

President John Dramani Mahama delivered a powerful address outlining a transformative economic agenda, centered on comprehensive financial sector reforms and the rollout of his ambitious 24-hour economy strategy aimed at revitalizing Ghana’s economic future at the 2025 Kwahu Business Forum in Mpraeso, on Saturday, April 19. Speaking on the theme, “The Future of Business: The Role of the Financial Sector,” President John Dramani Mahama laid out his vision for building a resilient, inclusive, and productive Ghanaian economy. He acknowledged the ongoing economic challenges—including high inflation, a weakened cedi, rising debt levels, and reduced investor confidence—but expressed cautious optimism about emerging signs of stabilization. "We are all aware of the challenges our country ...
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Mpraeso MP Appeals to ECG for Uninterrupted Power During Kwahu Easter Festivities
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Mpraeso MP Appeals to ECG for Uninterrupted Power During Kwahu Easter Festivities

As the much-anticipated Kwahu Easter celebrations approach, the Member of Parliament for Mpraeso Constituency Hon. Davis Ansah Opoku, has made a formal appeal to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to ensure stable and uninterrupted power supply throughout the greater Kwahu area. In a message shared publicly on Facebook, the MP emphasized the importance of reliable electricity in supporting the success of this year’s festivities, which are expected to draw thousands of visitors, including President John Dramani Mahama, cabinet ministers, tourists, and local families. “Let’s keep the lights on, the music playing, and the businesses thriving,” the MP urged. “Reliable electricity is key to a safe, vibrant, and memorable Easter experience.” The statement, tagged with hashtags such ...
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Eastern Regional Minister Visits Kwahu Ahead of Easter Festivities
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Eastern Regional Minister Visits Kwahu Ahead of Easter Festivities

Eastern Regional Minister, Hon. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, has arrived in Kwahu ahead of this year’s Easter celebrations, marking the beginning of what promises to be an exciting festive period in the Eastern Region. Preparations are in full swing as the region gears up for a range of cultural, business, and recreational activities that draw thousands of revellers to Kwahu each year. Among the highlights of the festivities is the highly anticipated Paragliding Festival, which will officially begin tomorrow, 18th April, and run until 21st April 2025. The event will take place at the iconic Odweanoma Mountains, where both local and international paragliding enthusiasts are expected to take to the skies, showcasing thrilling aerial displays and offering unforgettable experiences. In a...
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Ghana Police Service Outlines Robust Security Measures for 2025 Easter Celebrations
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Ghana Police Service Outlines Robust Security Measures for 2025 Easter Celebrations

As the nation prepares for the 2025 Easter festivities, the Ghana Police Service has announced the implementation of nationwide security measures aimed at ensuring a safe and peaceful celebration for all citizens and visitors. In a press release issued by the Public Affairs Directorate of the Police Headquarters in Accra, the Assistant Commissioner of Police and Director of Public Affairs, Grace Ansah-Akrofi, confirmed that officers have been strategically deployed across various communities and on major roads throughout the country. This move is intended to boost public safety and prevent crime during the Easter period. The release also highlighted that special security arrangements have been made specifically for the Kwahu area, which annually hosts the famous Paragliding Festival ...
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Chief of Staff declares Saturday’s  Kwahu Business Forum non-partisan
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Chief of Staff declares Saturday’s  Kwahu Business Forum non-partisan

…Bryan Acheampong’s expertise courted Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, has emphasised that the upcoming Kwahu Business Forum is a non-partisan national development initiative, aimed at fostering industrialisation and entrepreneurship across Ghana. Speaking ahead of the event, scheduled for Saturday, April19, Mr Debrah, stressed that the forum is driven by President John Dramani Mahama’s vision to stimulate economic growth and support local enterprises rather than political motivations. “I don’t want us to look at it as a political thing,” he said. “The President’s focus is on Ghana’s development and positioning the country as a key player in industrialisation.” In a show of unity, Mr Debrah, revealed that he had contacted political opponents, including Bryan Acheampong, to sec...
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MP Davis Ansah Opoku Supports Youth Mural Project Ahead of Kwahu Easter Festivities
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MP Davis Ansah Opoku Supports Youth Mural Project Ahead of Kwahu Easter Festivities

As Kwahu gears up for its iconic Easter celebrations, Member of Parliament for the Mpraeso Constituency, Davis Ansah Opoku, has thrown his support behind a group of young, creative artists working to beautify the pathway to the region. The youth-led initiative involves painting vibrant murals along key routes, showcasing Ghanaian culture, unity, and identity. Hon. Opoku joined the artists on-site, offering words of encouragement and patriotic praise for their efforts. In addition to providing paints, he also gave a financial donation to support the project. “Their work adds more than just colour—it reflects the vibrant spirit of Kwahu and tells a powerful story of culture, identity, and unity,” the MP noted. With thousands of visitors expected to flock to Kwahu for the annual East...
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Kwahuhene opens up Easter paragliding festival to investors; as new focus seeks to harness economic opportunities in tourism     
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Tourism

Kwahuhene opens up Easter paragliding festival to investors; as new focus seeks to harness economic opportunities in tourism     

The Paramount Chief of Kwahu Traditional Area, Daasebre Akuamoah Boateng III, is inviting investors to capitalise on the thriving Kwahu Easter Paragliding initiative and promote year-round activities. The Kwahumanhene, in a bid to harness the power of tourism – a hallmark of Kwahu – to boost economic activities in the area for growth and development, has announced the opening-up of viable ecotourism opportunities for all entrepreneurs and investors, both Ghanaian and foreign. Over the past decade, Easter festivities in Ghana have become synonymous with Kwahu. But beyond the Easter period, Daasebre envisages an ideal situation where tourists can visit Kwahu at any time of the year to explore not just the paragliding but also numerous tourist sites and activities atop the mountain. ...
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