Dr. Isaac Okpoti Nai Appointed Managing Director of New Times Corporation Amidst Appeals for Social Infrastructure Support

Ghanaian Sydney Hushie Appointed to Global UNFPA Leadership as Daily Graphic Celebrates 76th Anniversary

In a significant week for Ghanaian global representation and media history, Mr. Sydney Hushie has been appointed Chief of the Digital Centre of Excellence at the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in New York. A veteran of digital innovation who previously served in the East and Southern Africa Regional Office, Hushie is tasked with leveraging technology to combat maternal deaths and gender-based violence. This milestone coincides with the 76th anniversary of the Daily Graphic, which was launched on October 2, 1950. As Ghana’s premier national daily, the Graphic revolutionized local journalism by introducing modern production methods and remains a cornerstone of news and commentary despite its historically tumultuous beginnings. While these achievements highlight Ghana’s influence, regional challenges persist in the Upper East, where farmers are battling a devastating infestation of Striga, commonly known as witchweed. This parasitic plant is currently ravaging cereal crops, including maize, millet, and sorghum, with yield losses expected to exceed 60 percent. In response, the Forum for Natural Regeneration (FONAR), the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, and the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) have initiated sensitization programs to address the threat to food security and soil health. Amidst these agricultural struggles, the Upper East GJA also took time to recognize local excellence, honoring Mr. Wenawome Aborah Duriyem, Managing Director of Kacstone Records, for his dedicated work in youth empowerment and community development. Social and mental health concerns also came to the forefront this week following the dramatic rescue of a Nigerian woman in Ghana who attempted to jump from the roof of an uncompleted building. The incident, captured on social media, has sparked renewed discussions regarding mental health support and community safety. These events serve as a reminder of the intangible aspects of human experience—such as peace, love, and support—often highlighted in reflective discourses like those by Prince Adu-Owusu. As the nation navigates both global triumphs and local hardships, the focus remains on building a resilient society where digital progress, food security, and mental well-being are prioritized for all citizens.