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October 2, 2026
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Creative Arts Agency Board seeks Lands Ministry’s support for welfare project
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- The Creative Arts Agency's Governing Board visited the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources.
- Discussions focused on a presidential legacy project to provide care and shelter for aged and needy creative arts members.
- A Welfare Committee has been established by the Agency to advance well-being measures, including securing land.
- The Agency has formally requested state land in Accra from the Lands Commission for the proposed shelters.
- The Minister pledged support for the initiative, committing to facilitate the land acquisition process.
Why This Matters
This initiative is significant for Ghana as it addresses the long-standing welfare needs of veteran creative artists, a group often marginalized despite their contributions to national culture. Establishing a dedicated care facility could set a precedent for social safety nets within the creative industry and other sectors, reinforcing the importance of supporting Ghana's cultural heritage and its contributors.
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GMTF marks first anniversary with lifesaving equipment for 9 more hospitals
- The Ghana Medical Trust Fund (GMTF) has provided critical medical equipment to nine additional hospitals as part of its first-anniversary 'Day of Giving' initiative.
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