AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoGhana–Jamaica Health Deal: Ghana has signed a new bilateral agreement to deploy about 400 Ghanaian nurses to Jamaica, with talks also covering defence, tourism and possible teacher exchanges after the two countries revived their cooperation commission after 21 years. Culture & Youth Creativity: The Tourism Ministry launched the 2026 Afro-Gastro Festival and a National Heritage Photography Competition for young people (25 and below), aiming to boost cultural tourism and creative jobs. Peace Through Music: Reggae broadcaster Blakk Rasta drew an estimated 50,000 people to the 1North, 1People Peace Concert in Zebilla, after traditional leaders endorsed the peace push in the Bawku zone. Menstrual Health Outreach: Royal Women in Cinema Ghana marked World Menstrual Hygiene Day with reusable sanitary kits for over 200 girls in Anloga, tackling period poverty and stigma. Education & Health Screening: A free eye screening in Wa found only 98 of 1,123 children had normal vision, with most needing treatment or glasses. Anti-LGBTQ Bill Fallout: Ghana’s parliament passed a restrictive anti-LGBTQ law criminalising same-sex relations and “promotion” of LGBTQ activities, drawing renewed debate over exemptions and rights. Digital Conduct: Sam Creatives CEO urged young people to use social media responsibly, warning that careless posts can damage careers and relationships for life.
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