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    *Akatsi – Aug. 22 – 24HourNews -* The 55th edition of the Volta Region Inter-Districts Sports Festival has been climaxed at the Akatsi Senior High Technical School (AKAST) with a call for improved sports infrastructure to boost youth development in the region.   The week-long festival ended yesterday, Friday, August 21, 2026, with contingents from 18 districts competing …

Ketu North, August 18, 2026, 24Hour News_ – The Municipal Chief Executive for Ketu North Municipal Assembly, Hon. Rev. Martin Amenaki, today hosted Her Excellency Mrs. Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata, Namibia’s High Commissioner to Ghana, as part of her familiarisation visit to the Volta Region. Speaking after the engagement, Hon. Rev. Amenaki said the visit provided an opportunity for meaningful conversations on …

Ho, August 18, 2026, 24Hour News_ – Mr. Wotordzor Godson, aspirant for Volta Regional Organizer of the New Patriotic Party, has expressed gratitude to delegates for their support during the just-ended regional elections. In a statement issued on Monday, Mr. Godson said his campaign was driven by a genuine desire to serve the party, strengthen the grassroots, and build a …

Keta, Aug. 18, 24Hour News_ – A resident of Anloland, Mr. Gilbert Korbla Keklie, has raised concerns over what he describes as growing hypocrisy and selective accountability in public life, particularly within the Keta Municipality. In a statement issued on Friday, Mr. Keklie said he fears for the future of the country and especially parts of Anloland if citizens continue …

Volta Region, Aug. 17,  24Hour News_ – Council of State Member for the Volta Region, H.E. Gabriel Tanko Kwamigah-Atokple, has held a meeting in the USA  with Mr. Reggie Dupard, a former American football player and Co-Founder of _Fit and Faithful Living_. Fit and Faithful Living is an organization focused on strengthening families and communities by equipping young people with …

Volta Region, Aug. 17, 24Hour News – Acting Volta Regional Director of the Youth Employment Agency, Hon. Daniel Hamenu (Chica), has officially declared his intention to contest for Deputy Volta Regional Youth Organizer in the upcoming NDC party reorganization slated for November. In a declaration statement released today, Hon. Hamenu said his decision is rooted in years of grassroots dedication, …

  Aflao, Aug. 16, 24HourNews – Development and Youth Chief of Aflao Traditional Area, Akonta Felix Akakpo – Torgbui Tenuvi II, has presented GH¢10,000 to support Ketu South Municipality’s participation in the 55th Inter-Districts Sports Festival. The amount was delivered earlier today through Mr. Ferguson Ahorlu to Mr. Stanley Kwawuvi, the Sports Coordinator for Ketu South Municipality.   The festival …

Weta, Aug. 16, 24Hour News – The Mamaga Ablewor IV Impact Foundation has launched the “Skills Empowerment Initiative 2026” in the Weta Traditional Area of the Ketu North Municipality in the Volta Region. The initiative, spearheaded by Mamaga Ablewor IV, Paramount Queen Mother of Weta Traditional Area, is aimed at reducing unemployment and preserving the rich textile heritage of the …

  Aflao, Aug. 16, 24Hour News_ – Torgbui Adzongaga Amenya Fiti V, Paramount Chief of the Aflao Traditional Area, has cautioned the youth against the use of illicit drugs, describing it as destructive to their health, education and future.   In a statement issued on August 11, 2026, the Paramount Chief expressed concern over the increasing involvement of some young …

  Ho, Aug. 16, 24HourNews – The Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, has donated GH¢5,000, 10 bags of rice, and cooking oil to the Wheelchair Basketball Association in support of the 6th Inter-Regional Wheelchair Basketball Championship, Volta 2026.   The donation is aimed at assisting with the organization of the championship and the welfare of athletes participating in the …