
Mahama Announces Import of Electric Wheelchairs for PWDs
President Mahama unveiled a pilot project to bring rechargeable electric wheelchairs to Ghana, with a plan to repeat the initiative annually if successful.
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President Mahama unveiled a pilot project to bring rechargeable electric wheelchairs to Ghana, with a plan to repeat the initiative annually if successful.

The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly handed out industrial sewing machines, chest freezers, laptops and cash to 64 beneficiaries, while the mayor unveiled plans for a dedicated skills centre.

The Assembly in Wulensi distributed industrial sewing machines, deep freezers, livestock and cash to help persons with disabilities build sustainable businesses.

The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection announced that 272 persons with disabilities will be integrated into the Ghana Education Service, a move aimed at boosting inclusive employment and sustainable opportunities.

Dorcas Naa Korklu Afotey highlighted the untapped business potential of persons with disabilities and announced a partnership with Consolidated Bank Ghana to provide targeted assistance.

Consolidated Bank Ghana unveiled a loan programme for persons with disabilities at its Disability Conference, pairing credit with financial literacy and business support.

The charity has distributed wheelchairs, crutches, mattresses and educational kits to help disabled residents live independently and pursue schooling.

The former presidential candidate crossed the Atlantic hours after the Supreme Court ordered his passports seized amid a money‑laundering probe, meeting his brother in Florida.

The 80‑year‑old singer‑songwriter has filed a $10 million claim against the Trump 47 Committee after the song was played at a rally in Ohio without his permission.

The former NDC MP argues that the escalating money spent to win office creates a cycle of corruption and keeps capable, especially women and youth, out of politics.

The Villa Vie Odyssey suspended operations amid soaring fuel prices, leaving an estimated 200 guests marooned in Phnom Penh as the U.S. operator seeks disembarkation solutions.

The beach’s management committee has filed a High Court claim against SSNIT, Hotel Investments (Ghana) Ltd and La Palm Beach Hotel Ltd, alleging a dawn demolition of its office and facilities.

The central bank’s latest foreign‑exchange intervention helped the cedi gain modest ground, ending the week at GH¢12.15 per dollar in the retail market.
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