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C/R:Microfin Rural Bank Records 135% Profit Growth, Shareholders Urged to Repay Loans

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Kasoa, Central Region – Microfin Rural Bank has recorded a remarkable 135.10% profit growth, with deposits surging from GH¢17.6 million in 2023 to GH¢25.4 million in 2024, reflecting a 43.97% increase. This achievement was announced at the bank’s 12th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at the Kasoa Akweley Credit Union Training Center in the Central Region. Speaking on behalf of the Board of Directors, Alhaji Yusif Twumasi attributed the bank’s positive performance to prudent financial management and effective loan recovery strategies. He expressed confidence that the bank is on track to maintain operational efficiency and deliver greater value to its shareholders. "The performance this year demonstrates that Microfin Rural Bank is a performing institution. The Board and Management are committed to sustaining this momentum to end the year strong," he emphasized. Also addressing the meeting, Mr Ebenezer Kwao Ahene-Larbie, Vice President of the Central Regional Chapter of the As...

E/R:Bethel Congregation Embarks on Educational Excursion to Parliament, Mausoleum, and Airport

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  Akyem Asafo, Eastern Region — On Wednesday, June 25, 2025, the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Bethel Congregation – Akyem Asafo, led by Rev. Richard Amponsah Marfo and the church Session, embarked on a memorable educational excursion to three major national landmarks: Parliament House of Ghana, Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, and Kotoka International Airport. A total of sixty-eight participants, comprising church leaders and members, took part in the well-organized trip designed to foster civic engagement, cultural appreciation, and fellowship within the congregation. The group was warmly received and taken on guided tours at all three locations. At Parliament House, members gained insight into the legislative process and the essential role of parliamentarians in Ghana’s democracy. The visit to the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum offered a reflective moment as the group paid tribute to Ghana’s first president and his contribution to the nation’s independence. At Kotoka International Airport, par...

E/R:Kwasi Fante Polyclinic Appeals for Delivery Beds to Improve Maternal Healthcare

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  The Facility Manager of the Holy Spirit Catholic Polyclinic in Kwasi Fante, Mr. Raymond Ayeh, has issued a heartfelt appeal for additional delivery beds to improve maternal healthcare in the Kwahu Afram Plains South District of the Eastern Region. The polyclinic, which serves Kwasi Fante and neighboring communities, currently operates with only one delivery bed, creating a serious challenge in meeting the growing needs of expectant mothers. Mr. Ayeh made the appeal after the facility received a donation of roofing sheets, plastic chairs, and streetlights from the District Chief Executive (DCE), Moses Tangmee, and the Member of Parliament for the area, Joseph Appiah Boateng. The donation, aimed at supporting the construction of the facility's new theater, was warmly welcomed. While expressing gratitude for the gesture, Mr. Ayeh stressed that the clinic’s most urgent need remains the provision of delivery beds and incubators. These resources, he said, are critical for ensuring the ...

BudgIT Ghana Unveils Final Report on Informal Sector Tax Compliance, Urges Education and Motivation to Boost Revenue

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In a bid to enhance tax compliance within Ghana’s informal sector, civic tech organization BudgIT Ghana, in partnership with the Society for Women in Taxation (SWIT), has officially launched the final report of its research project titled "Ghana’s Untapped Economy: Analysis of Tax Compliance Behaviour of Informal Sector Workers in the Greater Accra Region." The event, which brought together leaders, policymakers, civil society actors, and informal sector representatives, aimed to reflect on the findings of the report and discuss practical steps toward building an inclusive, transparent, and equitable tax framework for Ghana’s informal economy. During the launch, Miss Jennifer Moffatt, Country Manager for BudgIT Ghana, highlighted the pressing challenges facing informal sector workers when it comes to taxation. She stressed that these challenges negatively impact national development and called for sustained tax education efforts. She further recommended strategies to educate,...

Residents of Agyakaamanso and Ensoyameye Plead for Road Reconstruction Amid Deplorable Conditions

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Residents of Agyakaamanso and Ensoyameye in the Amenfi Central Constituency are urgently calling for the reconstruction of the road connecting their towns, which has deteriorated into an alarming state of disrepair. After enduring years of hardship due to the worsening condition of the road, community members have taken to social media to voice their concerns and appeal for immediate government intervention. A video circulating online captures residents passionately appealing to the government, the Member of Parliament, Hon. Joan Gyan Cudjoe, and other relevant authorities to address the critical issue. They stress that the road is their sole connection to surrounding towns and cities, making it essential for accessing healthcare, education, markets, and other vital services. The situation becomes particularly dire during the rainy season, when the road transforms into a muddy quagmire, making transportation nearly impossible. The footage shows vehicles struggling to maneuv...

E/R:Rev. Minister Urges Ghanaian Youth to Persevere and Unlock Their Potential

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  The District Minister of the Adweso Trinity Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Rev. Eric Yeboah, has encouraged Ghanaian youth—particularly the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates—to remain resilient, diligent, and focused as they strive to achieve their dreams. Speaking at the 17th Annual Graduation and Thanksgiving Ceremony of Trinity Presbyterian Model School in Adweso, a suburb of Koforidua in the Eastern Region, Rev. Yeboah underscored the importance of perseverance and hard work in the face of life’s challenges. “Success is not easily attained,” Rev. Yeboah noted. “But with hard work, resilience, and determination, your efforts will yield a brighter future.” He advised students to take their academic journey seriously, encouraging them to be role models through excellence in their studies. For those pursuing vocational training, he urged them to apply their skills diligently to achieve their life goals. Reflecting on the ceremony’s theme, “Celebrating ...

E/R:Akyem Adadientam Chief Builds 1.2km Town Road Without Government Aid, Urges Support for Community-Led Projects

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  In a powerful demonstration of grassroots leadership and commitment to local development, the Chief of Akyem Adadientam, Barima Ofori Asante, has fulfilled a key promise to his people by initiating the construction of a 1.2-kilometre town road, fully funded by the chief and community elders. True to a pledge made during his enstoolment in December 2022, Barima Ofori Asante has mobilized local resources to address a long-standing challenge — the deplorable state of the town’s main road. Once completed, the new road is expected to greatly ease transportation and boost socio-economic activity in the community. The road project is being executed by REBISA Company Ltd and includes the construction of 0.6-meter diameter U-drains and paving block surfacing. The contractor, Bafour Boamah Darko, who also serves as the Mawerehene of the town, has assured the community that, barring funding setbacks, the project will be completed by December 2025. Remarkably, the entire initiative is being ...