Eastern Region is to host this year’s 67th National Independence Day celebration in Koforidua.
As such, the celebration of the day has been pre-launched at the Eastern Regional Coordinating Council to charge the Organizing Committee to ensure a successful celebration.
The Eastern Regional Minister, Seth Kwame Acheampong disclosed that the official launch will be held on February 15, 2024, adding that they will put in much effort to ensure a colorful celebration.
The Director of Operations at the Presidency, Dr. Lord Commey added that the ceremony should not be politicized and asked for support from various political parties to help in the organization of Ghana’s 67th Anniversary.
Mr. Commey mentioned that if the ceremony is well organized, it will help boost tourism in the region.
The event was witnessed by Representatives of Security Agencies, Institutions and other Stakeholders.
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Meanwhile, the Ghana Cocoa Board has announced a policy to allow artisanal chocolate makers to buy cocoa beans directly from the Cocoa Marketing Company Limited.
Deputy Chief Executive of Ghana Cocoa Board, Ray Ankrah said the policy, which starts 2024, will provide relief for the small-scale processors to address the issues of high production costs characterized by buying beans from secondary sources and access to beans.
It is also a way of supporting the growth of small businesses to reduce unemployment in Ghana
Mr Ankrah was speaking at the launch of the 2024 National Chocolate Week Celebration.
Chief Executive of Ghana Tourism Authority, Akwasi Agyemang emphasized that the National Chocolate Week is to enhance consumption.
He commended COCOBOD for the collaboration over the past three years.
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