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Media promises in the 2024 NPP manifesto: Are they enough?

By Osman Abubakari-Sadiq As a media development enthusiast, I find it natural to scrutinize what political parties have planned for the media landscape in their manifestos, especially with the upcoming elections in Ghana. When I got the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2024 manifesto from a friend, my first instinct was to search for the word “media.” After all, the media plays a vital role in shaping our democracy, ensuring transparency, and holding those in power accountable. Series of promises The manifesto did not disappoint in listing out a series of promises for the media. The NPP recognizes the critical role of the media in promoting democratic governance and preventing disinformation in the digital age. They promise to pass and implement the Broadcasting Bill, resource the Media Capacity Enhancement Program (MCEP), continue implementing the Coordinated Mechanism for the Safety of Journalists (CMSJ), strengthen public media, modernize the Information Services Department, an
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Boresah Royal Foundation Donates Learning Materials to Gbogdaa Methodist JHS

Boresah Royal Foundation has extended a generous hand to the Gbogdaa Methodist Junior High School in the Bole District of the Savannah Region by donating learning materials. The items included: Note books, pencils, pens, napkins, board markers among others. The donation of vital learning materials, led by a dedicated teacher, Issahaku Osman, known affectionately as "Champion," brought smiles and gratitude to the young students who had been struggling with limited resources. The gesture is part of the foundation’s broader mission to improve the quality of education in rural areas. The excitement among the students was palpable as they received the supplies that will enhance their learning experience. Many expressed their deep appreciation to the foundation and to Osman for spearheading the initiative. For these children, the donation represents more than just books and supplies—it symbolizes hope for a better educational future. Queen Boresah Fantevie, Executive Directo
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Issah Abdul-Manan Emerges Victorious in Vetting Process, Secures Highest Score for UDS SRC LNUGS Presidency

In a thrilling turn of events, Issah Abdul-Manan, a formidable contender for the position of local president of the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) in the upcoming UDS SRC elections, has left his competitors in awe by clinching the highest score during the rigorous vetting process. Hailing from the University for Development Studies (UDS), the ambitious level 300 student of BA Development Education, known affectionately as M.I, has been making waves with his unwavering dedication to student advocacy, political activism, and influential pursuits. His nomination for the esteemed role was filed weeks ago, and ever since, he has been tirelessly spearheading a compelling campaign, capturing the hearts and minds of the student body. With a burning passion for reform and a genuine desire to improve the conditions faced by fellow students, M.I has proven himself to be a true champion of change. Drawing from his experience as a young developer, he has laid out an inspiring visi
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Joyce Bawa Mogtari Blames NDC MPs for Betraying Ghanaians in Parliament

In a scathing attack on the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Members of Parliament, Joyce Bawa Mogtari, former deputy minister of transport and aide to former president John Dramani Mahama, has accused them of betraying the interests of Ghanaians. Mrs. Mogtari expressed shock at the recent turn of events where President Nana Addo's ministerial nominees were approved through voting in parliament, despite the party's strong warning against it. Speaking on Pan African television's "Alhaji and Alhaji" show, Mrs. Mogtari stressed the importance of holding MPs accountable for their actions, stating, "We must call out all those who betrayed the course of the great NDC; let's stop shielding people who do wrong." Mrs. Mogtari's comments highlight the growing frustration within the party, which has struggled to regain power since losing the 2016 presidential election to Akufo Addo. The NDC's failure to prevent the approval of Akufo Addo&#
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Bole Youth for JM Movement 2024 donates GHc20,000 to Mahama's presidential primaries campaign

Former Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama has received a boost in his bid to become president once again in 2024, as a group called Bole Youth for JM Movement 2024 has donated 20,000 Ghana cedis to support his presidential primaries campaign. The donation was made on Thursday February 23, 2023 at JDM's office in Cantonment, and the group promised to support him in whichever way possible to achieve his goal of becoming the president of Ghana once again. The Bole Youth for JM Movement 2024 is a grassroots organization that aims to promote Mahama's candidacy for the presidency in the upcoming elections. Speaking at the donation ceremony, the group's spokesperson Abdul Rafiu Haruna stated that they believed in Mahama's vision for the country and were committed to doing whatever they could to support him. Julius Debrah, former chief of staff who received the donation expressed his gratitude to the group and thanked them for their support. He stated that their
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YOUNG WOMEN RECEIVE DIGITAL TRAINING ON SATELLITE INSTALLATION FROM NECESSARY AID ALLIANCE

The increasing demand for satellites in our various home’s country wide means that satellite installers are and will be in high demand. In all localities, households, chop bars, recreational centres, churches, schools among others have these digital tools for pleasure and work related. The satellite work value chain has always been a male dominated field and often seen as a job for only men. In the Upper West Region, observation shows that experts in this work are highly dominated by men. This profession does not require much money to startup but working knowledge on how to install systems, detect faults and proffer practical solution. It is not a risky business and can be done by all regardless of your gender. As an organization that is geared towards bridging gender inequality, in an ever-digitizing world, our organization through the Youth Challenge Fund added satellite installation for women especially teenage mothers to benefit from particular project to bridge the wide digit
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NECESSARY AID ALLIANCE EMPOWERS WOMEN IN POWDERED SOAP, SHOWER GEL & LIQUID SOAP MAKING

The Northern part of Ghana has only one season for rainfall which supports agricultural activity, the other period is a long season of drought called harmattan. Usually, many women in rural communities in the Upper West Region become dormant when the farming season is over because they do not have any alternative sources of income. This has increasingly worsened their economic conditions as many of them are unable to complement their family income. The accompanying effects per our research shows that, families are unable to support young girls and teenage mothers in these areas to purchase sanitary products as a result of this engage in illicit trade of sex for sanitary products. Also, malnutrition dominates especially in the dry season as a result of low income. The situation is dire when a family records low yield. With funding from Plan Ghana, Necessary Aid Alliance birthed what we call the Skills Drive project which is aimed at providing alternative sources of income to women
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