The summit will discuss the state of women journalists in Ghana and their role in advancing the country’s socio-economic agenda.

The theme for the summit is “Shaping our Future: Women in Media Ghana – a Conversation among Stakeholders”.

Speakers billed for the event include Prof Audrey Gadzekpo, Dr. Sarah Akrofi-Quarcoo, Nana Yaa Ofori-Atta, Edith Dankwah, Nhyira Addo and Nana Aba Anamoah.

AWMA Founder and Convener Shamima Muslim Alhassan, said: “the summit will highlight the peculiar challenges and issues facing women in media; including skills development, equal opportunity, due recognition and fair remuneration.”

“If the media gets it right, society is better off. However we must consider who is telling the stories in the media. We must ask: who are the editors, the producers and the employers? What stories are being told and how are they being told? We must consider how the stories we read and hear about women and girls are shaped by narratives; and we must ask who controls those narratives?

We stand on the shoulders of veteran women in media who paved the way; we will also use the opportunity to celebrate them.The summit is part of global activities to mark International Women’s month. In line with the ongoing celebrations and global theme of “Press for Progress”, AWMA is committed to working together to elevate and organize women in the media industry in Ghana to strive for equality, parity and authority,” she added.

AWMA will pay tribute to the work of trailblazers such as Elizabeth Ohene, Adwoa Yeboah Afari, Salma Alhassan, Gifty Afenyi Dadzie, Sarah Akrofi-Quarcoo, Audrey Gadzekpo, Margaret Amoakohene, Doris Yaa Dartey and others, who have broken barriers and paved the way for increased participation of women in media in Ghana.

AWMA extends invitation to all women in journalism and communications to participate in this gathering which will seek to explore how women in media press for progress, increase visibility and reach for impact and power.

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By: citifmonline.com/Ghana

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The ten are those who scored highest in Level II[an aptitude test], that was organized on Saturday [October 21] at the British Council in Accra.

[contextly_sidebar id=”OvevTAfNvzrOtA3FkGSHRunY8lwCP5Vi”]The contestants, who made it to Level 2 to write the test for 50 students on Saturday, came from various parts of the country.

Prior to the test, all 50 students received 500 cedis each, a certificate and a medal for making it to level II of the contest.

On the Citi Breakfast Show tomorrow [Monday], the finalists will be announced, after which they will start preparing for the grand finale.

Level III, which is the final round, will be a quiz competition which will be broadcast live on television.

The Literacy Challenge was launched on July 19, 2017, for JHS students in Ghana to write and suggest to the president how to make Accra the cleanest city in Africa.

After the entries were submitted, external examiners marked the scripts and selected the top 50 who went to the British Council to write the aptitude test.

The Literacy Challenge is sponsored by Bic, Milky Magic, Cowbell and Slydepay.

In the end, the overall winner is expected to receive an amount of Ghc10,000 and other prizes.
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By: Jeffrey Owuraku Sarpong/citifmonline.com/Ghana

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JHS pupils who made it to the top 50 of Level 1, converged on the venue to write an aptitude test, after which the best ten will be selected for the grand finale.

The Literacy Challenge was launched on July 19 for JHS pupils to write and suggest to the president of Ghana how to make Accra the cleanest city in Africa.

After entries were submitted, external examiners marked the scripts and selected the top 50 pupils for Level 2.

After the test, the 50 contestants were given certificates and medals, an amount of five hundred cedis each.

They will now be waiting for the outcome of the test, where the best ten students will be selected.

In the end, the overall winner is expected to receive an amount of Ghc10,000 and other prizes.

The Literacy Challenge is sponsored by Bic, Cowbell, Slydepay and Milky Magic and powered by Citi 97.3 FM.

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By: Jeffrey Owuraku Sarpong/citimfonline.com/Ghana
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Eyako Eli Dzantor from International School of Ahafo, Ghana, is delighted to have been named as one of the winning entries and was commended in the 11-14 category.

Each Commonwealth country has a rich heritage of storytelling which was reflected in the competition Pupils aged 7-14 years, and their teachers were invited to express their experiences and thoughts around ‘Belonging’ in the form of a short story or an illustration.

The competition was judged by the children’s author and former Children’s Laureate Anne Fine, and also by the British Council’s Arts department.

In commenting on the competition, Ms Fine said, “I valued this opportunity to read stories from so many parts of the world. Few of us realize how deeply our thoughts and attitudes are steeped in our own experience. To read about the more intimate aspects of people’s lives in countries I‘d known mostly through political reporting was not just enlightening but at times truly humbling.”

“I’m of the generation that learned about the richness and variety of the Commonwealth way back in primary school. But judging this competition reminded me of its sheer strengths and wonders, as well as making me even more aware of the enormous problems so many nations within it still face. Writing can leave you knowing so much more, both about yourself and about the world that surrounds you.”

Mrs Barbara Deveney, Principal and English teacher from International School of Ahafo said “The Commonwealth Class story writing competition gave Eyako a unique opportunity to write for a different, unknown audience, rather than writing just for his teacher and friends.  It has been a great experience for Eyako to be commended by the British Council, and he should be proud of himself although, I must admit, his story is very good!”

The Commonwealth Class initiative also enables schools to take part in online debates, competitions and work on projects with the aim of giving young people a unique and hands-on international learning experience based around the Commonwealth family of countries.

Eyako Eli Dzantor, said “When I first heard about the Commonwealth writing competition, it was never on my mind that I would be a winning candidate. I entered the competition as a fun activity. In fact, my entire class entered the competition. Joining this competition, and being recognized by the British Council, has really boosted my confidence in trying out new writing skills”.

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Source:  British Council

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The global Alumni Awards recognize and honor the outstanding achievements made by UK alumni, and celebrate the impact and value of a UK education.

Ghana is one of 14 locations honoured to be hosting the Alumni Awards 2017: Ghana, Egypt, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Turkey and the USA.

The high-profile and prestigious ceremonies that have been held to celebrate the awards, have reached 110 million people through global media coverage, and have the support of UK universities, VIPs and royalty: the Duke of Cambridge presented the Awards in China in 2015.

Bernard is a seasoned broadcast journalist and the Director of News Programming at CITI 97.3 FM and an alumnus of Warwick Business School.

Claudia is an alumna of University of Westminster.

She is the founder of Glitz Africa, a Pan-African lifestyle and Fashion brand that embraces Africa’s biggest successes, celebrities, current trends, celebrity lifestyle, fashion, entertainment, and wellness of the new African global citizen.

Applications for the awards are open until end of October 2016 and the results will be announced at a prestigious award ceremony held at the British Council in Accra on Saturday 11 February 2017.

For full details on the eligibility criteria and how to apply, please refer to www.britishcouncil.org/education-uk-awards.

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Source: British Council

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Speaking to Citi News, the President of the Association, Mr. Ofori said the continuous depreciation of the cedi is as a result of the large foreign influx in retail trade in the country.

Mr. Ofori said the infiltration of foreigners into the economy contradicts the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC)Act.

According to him, attempts  to get foreigners out of the retail trade with legislation have proven futile.

The Union in a press statement signed by the Deputy National Organiser, Clement Boateng threatened to flush out all foreigners in the markets; if they do not leave the country within the stipulated date- June, 30, 2014

It also announced plans to stage massive demonstration against government over the 2 percent special levy on import as well as the 2.5 percent increase in VAT.

By: Marian Efe Ansah/citifmonline.com/Ghana

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