Kennedy Twumasi

Greater Accra Region

Journalist at Citi FM (Accra, Ghana)

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Govt secures €5m Italian grant to boost TVET

1 week ago | citinewsroom.com | Kennedy Twumasi

The Government of Ghana has secured a €5 million grant from the Italian government to strengthen technical and vocational education and training (TVET) in the country. This was announced by the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, during the inauguration of the Governing Board of the Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET) in Accra.
Justice Amaleboba proposes C.I. to enforce asset declaration sanctions

1 week ago | citinewsroom.com | Kennedy Twumasi

Supreme Court Judge nominee, Justice Hafisatu Amaleboba, has proposed the introduction of a constitutional instrument (C.I.) to strengthen the enforcement regime around asset declaration by public office holders. Her proposal came during her vetting before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, in response to a question from the Ranking Member, Alexander Afenyo-Markin.
Transport operators back down on opposition to GHS1 fuel levy

2 weeks ago | citinewsroom.com | Kennedy Twumasi

Commercial transport operators have rescinded their earlier opposition to the GHC1.00 levy imposed on petroleum products. According to the operators, their change in stance follows a better understanding of the rationale behind the levy, which the government clarified during recent negotiations. The levy, they were told, forms part of broader efforts to stabilise the energy sector.
GWL cracks down on illegal connections at Ritz Junction

2 weeks ago | citinewsroom.com | Kennedy Twumasi

Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has reaffirmed its zero-tolerance stance on illegal water connections following the discovery of two illegal setups at Power Land near Ritz Junction in Accra. The enforcement operation, undertaken with the support of GWL Board Chairman Biligio Adama, was launched after a tip-off. In one of the cases, a customer was found with three separate connections and only one was metered. The other two were used to supply water illegally to tanker operators.
Education Minister announces resumption of 9 stalled TVET school projects

3 weeks ago | citinewsroom.com | Kennedy Twumasi

Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced plans to resume the construction of nine Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) school projects, which were previously suspended due to the country’s economic challenges and inability to service its debts. The projects were initially rolled out under a broader infrastructure development agenda spearheaded by Planet Core. However, the initiative stalled amid Ghana’s debt restructuring efforts.
Govt allocates GHS50m to national research fund to boost innovation

3 weeks ago | citinewsroom.com | Kennedy Twumasi

The government has allocated GHS50 million to the Ghana National Research Fund as part of efforts to deepen research and innovation across the country. The fund is expected to support high-impact research in science, technology, agriculture, and innovation. The announcement was made by the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, during the inauguration of the council for the fund on Wednesday, June 4. He described the fund as a critical vehicle for national development.
Education Minister orders IGF audit in public universities

3 weeks ago | citinewsroom.com | Kennedy Twumasi

The Ministry of Education has directed the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) to demand accountability from public universities regarding the utilisation of their internally generated funds (IGFs). According to the Ministry, there is an urgent need to assess how these funds are contributing to access to quality education and the development of educational infrastructure.
Fuel prices set to drop by up to 9% in June - ASEC forecast

3 weeks ago | citinewsroom.com | Kennedy Twumasi

Fuel prices are projected to fall between 5% and 9% in the first pricing window of June, offering relief to consumers amid persistent inflationary pressures. The forecast, released by the Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC), attributes the expected drop largely to the recent appreciation of the Ghanaian cedi against the US dollar.
World Vision Ghana Launches $12M THRIVE 2030 Project

3 weeks ago | citinewsroom.com | Kennedy Twumasi

World Vision Ghana is making significant strides in building community resilience and sustainable livelihoods. This is being achieved through the implementation of its $12 million Transforming Household Resilience in Vulnerable Environments (THRIVE 2030) project, which is expected to span three years. The project seeks to drive inclusive and innovative approaches to economic empowerment, digital transformation, and capacity building across Ghana’s rural and peri-urban communities.
Govt to extend free SHS policy to private schools next academic year

1 month ago | citinewsroom.com | Kennedy Twumasi

The government has announced plans to expand Free Senior High School (FSHS) policy to cover private schools beginnig next academic year. This was disclosed during the announcement of the revised guidelines for the selection of schools for candidates preparing to write the upcoming Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). Under the new guidelines, candidates will now be allowed to select seven schools, up from the previous six choices.