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Residents of Kyebi and its surrounding communities in the Eastern Region have endured more than two years without a reliable supply of potable water, with rampant illegal mining activities blamed for the worsening situation. The residents say illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, has significantly increased the turbidity of the Birim River, the main source of water for the Ghana Water Company Limited's treatment plant serving the area. The prolonged water shortage has heightened frustration among residents, who are calling for urgent government intervention to restore a reliable supply of safe drinking water. Meanwhile, official correspondence from the Abuakwa South Municipal Secretariat of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), intercepted by MightyNews360, has exposed additional threats posed by illegal mining activities in critical locations within the municipality. The letters, signed by Municipal NADMO Director Aikins Ofori and addressed to the Municipal...

The Abuakwa South Constituency Youth Wing of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), led by Mr Ernest Addison Addo, popularly known as Drogba, has initiated a youth empowerment programme aimed at promoting self-reliance and entrepreneurship among young people. The youth leadership says the initiative is intended to change the narrative by empowering young people to become economically independent, create opportunities for others, and make the NDC more attractive to voters in the constituency. According to the youth leaders, the programme seeks to move away from a situation where young people depend on political leaders for financial assistance, stressing the need to equip them with the necessary resources to become self-sufficient. The youth wing has therefore called on young people in the constituency to submit their business proposals and innovative ideas for consideration and possible support under the initiative. As part of the programme, a symbolic presentation was made to Mr Patr...

.   DSP Sheila Afoley Odal Handing over Project Site   The District Police Commander for Atiwa West, DSP Sheila Afoley Odal, has initiated the construction of an ultramodern District Police Headquarters at Akyem Kwabeng in the Eastern Region, with support from the community. The project, which is expected to improve police administration and service delivery in the district, was officially launched with a sod-cutting ceremony. Speaking at the ceremony, the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Atiwa West, Hon. Amoh Johnson, commended DSP Sheila Afoley Odal for the initiative and outlined several government projects being undertaken in the district.                               Hon. Amoh Johnson   He disclosed that government projects in the district included a bypass road linking Akyem Kwabeng to Bomaa, an ultramodern bus terminal estimated at GH¢2.5 million, and an eight-seater water closet to...

.                      Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin   Okyenhene Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin has called on chiefs of the Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Area to safeguard their lands against encroachment and unauthorised takeovers. Speaking at the State Council Meeting held on Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Ofori Panin Fie in Kyebi, Eastern Region, the Okyenhene said the lands had been entrusted to the chiefs by their ancestors and must be preserved for generations yet unborn. He emphasised that traditional leaders had a responsibility to protect the lands and ensure that they were not lost through encroachment or other unauthorised activities. Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin further noted that the government had called on traditional authorities across the country to protect their lands, stressing that chiefs in Akyem Abuakwa must also uphold that responsibility. The Okyenhene also expressed concern over the takeover of Narawa Mining...

.  Alhaji Rahaman Hudu(Left) Barimah Dr Kwabena Awuah Parker I (Right) Barimah Dr Kwabena Awuah Parker I, Chief of Akyem Sokode-Juaso, has fulfilled a promise he made to the Akyem Kukurantumi Central Mosque on Friday, October 23, 2026, by donating three air-conditioning units to the mosque. The donation, which took place on Friday, October 30, 2026, marks the fulfilment of his commitment to support the mosque and improve conditions for Muslim worshippers. Presenting the items, Barimah Dr Kwabena Awuah Parker I emphasised the importance of honouring promises, noting that fulfilling commitments attracts endless blessings from Allah. He further called on the Muslim community to continue praying for him and the development of the community.                                Air-conditioner Units Receiving the items on behalf of the Chief Imam, Alhaji Muhammad Awal, and the entire Muslim community, Deputy Chie...

The Ministry of Climate Change and Sustainability, in collaboration with the Ghana National Plant-Based Food Initiative, has organized a Stakeholders Validation Workshop on Ghana's National Plant-Based Food System Action Plan. The plan is aimed at promoting the production and consumption of Ghanaian-grown indigenous local foods. Speaking at the event, the Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, Hon. Seidu Issifu, said the validation workshop would help improve local indigenous production, promote dietary diversity, strengthen food security, improve farmers' livelihoods, and integrate climate action. He added that it would ensure the plan reflects national priorities for implementation. He emphasized that Ghana's agricultural sector is facing growing threats from climate change, including erratic rainfall, floods, and declining soil quality, and noted that addressing these challenges requires coordinated action across agriculture, nutrition, healthy food, an...