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UN Adopts Ghana Resolution on Slave Trade as “Gravest Crime Against Humanity”

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The United Nations General Assembly has in a historic move on March 25, 2026, adopted a Ghana-proposed resolution formally declaring the transatlantic slave trade the “gravest crime against humanity.”

The landmark resolution, led by Ghana and supported by a coalition of African and Caribbean nations, was passed with 123 votes in favour, 3 against, and 52 abstentions, reflecting broad international support while also highlighting ongoing divisions over how to address historical injustices.

The three countries that voted against the resolution were the United States, Israel, and Argentina.

The resolution acknowledges the centuries-long exploitation, forced displacement, and dehumanisation of millions of Africans, describing the transatlantic slave trade as one of the darkest chapters in human history. It further calls on member states to take concrete steps toward reparatory justice, including formal apologies, compensation, and the return of stolen cultural artefacts.

The move is being widely hailed as a significant step in the global push for historical accountability. Advocates argue that it shifts the conversation beyond acknowledgment to meaningful action aimed at addressing the enduring social and economic consequences of slavery.

Although the resolution is non-binding, its symbolic weight is expected to intensify global discourse around reparations and institutional responsibility. It also encourages countries to strengthen education on the transatlantic slave trade and preserve its historical memory for future generations.

The adoption of the resolution marks a major diplomatic milestone for Ghana and its allies, positioning Africa at the forefront of renewed international advocacy for justice and equity.

As the world reflects on this decision, attention now turns to how nations—particularly those with historical ties to the slave trade—will respond to the growing calls for accountability and redress.

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Elder Dr Ofosu Ampofo Donates Musical Equipment To Akyem Adukrom Assembly

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Policy Adviser for Political Affairs at the Office of the Vice President and Elder of the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC)–Sakumono, Elder Dr Samuel Ofosu Ampofo, has donated musical instruments and sound equipment to the Akyem Adukrom Assembly of the Kibi District in the Suhum Area of The Church of Pentecost.

The generous donation, presented on Sunday, March 15, 2026, served as a heartfelt gesture of gratitude from the former National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Elder Dr. Ofosu Ampofo, who began his Christian journey at this very assembly years ago, was joined by Eastern Regional Minister Hon. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs), state officials, family, and friends.

The items presented included five pieces of drum set, a 4-in-1 coiled cable, a pair of mid loudspeakers, a pair of bass loudspeakers, a Yamaha keyboard with stand, a console, two guitars, a two-channel Shure microphone, a guitar amplifier, a keyboard amplifier, a bass guitar amplifier, a rack, two EV Power Amplifiers (8300), a Deton enhancer, a Deton crossover, a power sequence unit, a controller, and a double equalizer.

Born in Kyebi, Elder Dr Ofosu Ampofo noted that the Adukrom Assembly holds a special place in his life, as it was there that he began his spiritual journey in the church. According to him, the donation was his way of expressing appreciation to God and supporting the growth of the assembly that played a foundational role in his faith.

He also used the occasion to appreciate God for His faithfulness in his life, particularly for his political journey and successes over the years, as well as for the blessing of another year added to his life.

The Suhum Area Head, Apostle Patrick Asiyaro, preached from Psalms 34, emphasizing thanksgiving as a vital practice for believers—both personal and communal. He urged the church to continually recognize God’s goodness in transforming lives and contributing to national development.

He further noted that the church must continually thank God for its role in the transformation of lives and its contribution to national development and nation-building.

Leaders and members of the Akyem Adukrom Assembly expressed their profound appreciation to Elder Dr Ofosu Ampofo for the gesture, describing the donation as timely and a significant boost to the church’s music and sound ministry. They noted that the equipment would greatly enhance worship and musical ministration in the assembly.

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Kronum District Workers Guild Organises Free Vacation Classes for SHS Students

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The Educational Workers Guild of The Church of Pentecost in the Kronum District of the Suame Area has organised free vacation classes for Senior High School (SHS) Form One students, marking the first initiative of its kind in the district since the establishment of the guild.

The two-month programme, which began on January 5, 2026, was initiated by the District Workers Guild Coordinator, Elder Shadrach K. Asare, and his executives with the support of the District Pastor, Rev. Joshua Kingsley Mensah. Funds for the initiative were raised during the District Presbytery Meeting to support publicity and the purchase of teaching materials such as marker boards, markers, dusters, registers, and other learning supplies.

The tuition-free classes started with 12 students on the first day but gradually grew to a total of 122 students from various Senior High Schools across the Greater Kumasi area.

The programme, which was open to the public, attracted students from diverse religious backgrounds. Of the total number, 70 were members of The Church of Pentecost (both within and outside the district), 48 were from other Christian denominations, and five were Muslims. Students came from churches including Assemblies of God, Church of God, Bible Baptist Church, Christ Memorial Church, Methodist Church, Presbyterian Church, Deeper Life, and Jehovah’s Witness.

The classes which were facilitated by officer of the church within district, focused on core subjects such as English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science, and Social Studies. Seven teachers within the district who teach in various Senior High Schools volunteered their services and delivered lessons based on the Ghana Education Service curriculum.

The programme also received visits from the Area Workers’ Guild Coordinator, Ps. Koda Plange, the Area Schools Outreach Ministry Coordinator, Ps. Joseph Domfeh Owusu-Ansah, and Elder Samuel Antwi, who shared the Word of God with the students. As a result, ten students gave their lives to Christ.

The classes ended on March 5, 2026, with the organisers expressing gratitude to God and hoping to expand the initiative in the coming years.

Reported by Elder Shadrach K. Asare,(District Coordinator, Workers Guild)

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Prepared for Purpose: PMC Orients New Staff for Strategic Impact

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Pent Media Centre (PMC) has held a comprehensive orientation programme for its newly recruited staff, underscoring preparedness as the foundation for effective and impactful media ministry.

The three-day exercise, which took place from Wednesday, February 25 to Friday, February 28, 2026, at the Pentecost Pensions Guest House, brought together management and sectional heads to equip participants with the requisite knowledge and values to advance the Centre’s mandate.

Addressing participants on the opening day, the Director of Pent Media Centre, Pastor Dr Felix Dela Klutse, emphasised that preparedness remains the bedrock of fruitful service. He noted that fulfilling the Centre’s divine mandate requires personnel who are knowledgeable, visionary, disciplined, and deeply committed to duty.

“For every media purpose, we must have prepared people,” he stated, urging the new staff to approach their responsibilities with intentionality and a spirit of excellence. He further encouraged active participation, thoughtful engagement, and collaboration within their respective departments, stressing the importance of unity of purpose and wholesome fraternity in achieving organisational goals.

During the sessions, sectional heads took turns to outline their departments’ roles and expectations, providing clarity on operational procedures and the collective responsibility required to strengthen the Centre’s mission and vision.

A special appearance by Elder Christian Dugan, Founder of McOttley Holdings and a multiple international award winner in leadership and excellence, added value to the programme. He highlighted the importance of personal and corporate branding in enhancing visibility, strengthening advertising potential, and driving economic growth for the Centre.

The orientation was attended by all sectional heads, including Elder Fred Tettey Alarti-Amoako (Publications), Elder Nana Mainoo (Pent Radio, Kumasi), Deaconess Marian Awuzah (Human Resource), Deaconess Georgina Asante (Marketing and Business Development), Samuel Ansong (IT/Social Media), Mr Yaw Takyi Ajarquah (TV), Prince Kojo Asare (Events), and Mr Jerry Hodonu (Finance).

The exercise forms part of PMC’s deliberate effort to build a competent, mission-driven team committed to excellence in advancing the media vision of The Church of Pentecost.

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Glasgow District Engages Stakeholders At The Scottish Parliament

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A powerful atmosphere of spiritual awakening and revival was experienced at the Scottish Parliament in the United Kingdom when the Home and Urban Missions (HUM) of the Glasgow District in the Manchester Area of The Church of Pentecost, together with other Christian denominations, gathered in prayer ahead of the May 2026 elections.

The event formed part of Scotland United in Prayer for Parliament (SUPP), an initiative aimed at interceding at the heart of Parliament for Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs), parliamentary staff, and key national issues. The initiative aligns with HUM’s vision of reaching marginalised, unreached, and unengaged communities.

Spearheaded by church leaders and supported by key public affairs groups, the event took place on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Holyrood, with Kate Forbes, Member of the Scottish Parliament and Deputy First Minister, serving as host.

She brought together stakeholders to pray for the nation, the upcoming May elections, and the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill, currently before Parliament. If enacted, the bill would allow eligible terminally ill adults in Scotland to lawfully request and receive medical assistance to end their lives.

Participants expressed solidarity with Ms Forbes and other concerned citizens, emphasising their spiritual responsibility to remain vigilant, guard the walls, and issue warnings where necessary (Ezekiel 33:6–7). They raised concerns about potential risks and the perceived inadequacy of safeguards in the bill, calling for careful moral and societal reflection for the wellbeing of Scotland and the wider United Kingdom.

The gathering also highlighted the Christian message of life and hope, referencing John 10:10, which contrasts destructive forces with Christ’s promise of abundant life, and urged the nation to reflect on its moral direction.

The Glasgow District HUM further expressed appreciation to Ms Forbes for her decade of public service as she prepares to step down during the May elections, commending her integrity and leadership grounded in godly values.

Those in attendance included Pastor Philemon Kumi (PhD), Glasgow District Minister; Rev. Ivan AI Paget; Rev. Jenny Wong; Elder Bright Adjah; and Deaconess Grace Bempong.

Report by Elder George Asiedu-Nsiah, Glasgow District HUM Coordinator.

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Sabuli District Commissions Whiteboard Project To Enhance Local School Education

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The Church of Pentecost, Sabuli District, on Monday, 2nd February 2026, commissioned a Whiteboard Project for Sabuli MA Primary School and Sabuli Junior High School (JHS), reinforcing its commitment to improving education within the community.

Held at the Sabuli JHS premises, the commissioning marked a significant milestone in the District’s Vision 2028–driven community development efforts. Existing chalkboards in the two schools were replaced with modern white marker boards, creating cleaner, safer, and more effective teaching and learning environments.

In addition, the Church donated whiteboard markers, dusters, pens, Bibles, and other stationery to support teachers and enhance classroom instruction. The items were formally received by Mr. Richard Dery, Deputy Director of Education, Ghana Education Service (GES), Jirapa Municipal, who handed them to the Heads of the beneficiary schools.

Officials from the GES Jirapa Municipal present included Mr. Justine Boosoro (Assistant HR Manager), Mr. Daniel Angsogra (Circuit Supervisor), Mr. Issah Tamimu (Basic Schools Coordinator), and Mr. PUS Donald (Public Relations Officer). Also in attendance were the teaching staff, pupils, and representatives from the Sabuli Clinic.

Addressing the gathering, District Minister P/Ovr Ebenezer Enyinful explained that the project forms part of the broader Sabuli Community Development and Transformation Project. He emphasized that practical, Christ-centered initiatives in education, health, livelihoods, and community wellbeing are central to transforming lives and empowering households.

He encouraged pupils to remain disciplined and committed to their studies, noting that education is a vital tool for personal and community growth. P/Ovr Enyinful also expressed gratitude to Area Head Apostle Bernard Azizu and his wife, Mrs. Vida Abogorago, for their guidance and support.

Mr. Dery, representing GES, thanked the Church for complementing government efforts, assuring that the resources would be used judiciously, and prayed for God’s continued strength upon the Church to do more for the community.

The ceremony concluded in gratitude, reaffirming the Church of Pentecost, Sabuli District’s commitment to faith-driven community transformation.

Report by Sabuli District Media Team

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Agorve-Woe District Traditional Ministries Refurbish Dziedzorve CHPS Facility

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The Agorve-Woe District Traditional Ministries of The Church of Pentecost have repainted the Dziedzorve Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) facility under the Anloga Health Directorate, reinforcing the Church’s Vision 2028 agenda of transforming society.

The project, undertaken at a cost of GH¢4,125.00, involved repainting the health centre to enhance its appearance and create a more welcoming environment for both staff and community members who rely on its essential services.

Speaking at a brief handing-over ceremony held on Thursday, November 20, 2025, the Agorve-Woe District Minister, Pastor Francis Lamptey, reaffirmed the Church’s commitment to supporting healthcare delivery in the community. He further called on individuals, corporate bodies and benevolent organisations to extend assistance to the facility to help sustain quality healthcare delivery.

The Officer-in-Charge of the Dziedzorve CHPS facility, Madam Margaret Adetorwuvor, expressed gratitude to the Church for the thoughtful gesture, noting that the refurbishment would greatly enhance the facility’s service delivery.

The event brought together leaders and executives of the Traditional Ministries, who joined staff of the CHPS compound to mark the occasion.

Report by Agorve-Woe Publicity Committee

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Damongo Camp Prison To Unlock Over 300 Jobs, Boost Local Economy

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The newly constructed 360-capacity Damongo Camp Prison, built by The Church of Pentecost for the Ghana Prisons Service, is set to deliver a major economic boost to the Savannah Regional capital through job creation and local enterprise.

The facility, which will be commissioned and officially handed over on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, represents one of the Church’s most significant social interventions yet — designed not only to reform inmates but also to strengthen the local economy.

During construction, the project provided temporary jobs for 150 local workers, including 50 skilled and 100 unskilled labourers, engaging artisans, suppliers, and food vendors in the process.

Upon full operation, the Damongo Camp Prison will create about 300 permanent jobs for prison officers and administrative staff — making it one of the largest employment hubs in the area.

Beyond job creation, the Damongo Camp Prison is being positioned as a training and production hub. Plans are underway to establish cassava and rice processing plants, alongside vocational and agricultural training facilities.

These will provide inmates with hands-on, certified skills in agribusiness, tailoring, carpentry, and food processing — helping them reintegrate successfully into society.

According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), correctional vocational programmes can reduce reoffending by up to 40% and improve post-release employment rates by over 25%.

The initiative, therefore, not only supports rehabilitation but also contributes to national productivity and workforce development.

The Ghana Statistical Service (2024) notes that rural unemployment in the northern regions remains among the highest in the country.

By anchoring hundreds of jobs and stimulating local trade, the Damongo Camp Prison aligns with the National Employment Policy (2021–2027) and the UN Sustainable Development Goal 8 — Decent Work and Economic Growth.

As the Damongo Camp Prison opens its gates, it stands not as a symbol of punishment, but as a blueprint for transformation — proof that faith-based development can build both lives and livelihoods.

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The Church Of Pentecost Reduces Prison Overcrowding In Ghana

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The Church of Pentecost has continued its support for Ghana’s correctional system with the construction and handover of the Damongo Prison Camp, its third purpose-built correctional facility aimed at decongesting prisons and improving inmate welfare across the country.

The new facility, located in the Savannah Region, forms part of the Church’s national prison reform initiative and joins similar projects completed at Ejura in the Ashanti Region and Nsawam in the Eastern Region. Each of these facilities is designed to accommodate up to 360 inmates, bringing the total additional capacity provided by the Church to over 1,000 spaces.

According to the Deputy Director-General of Prisons in charge of Operations, Dr. Francis Omane Addo, the initiative is significantly reducing pressure on the country’s overcrowded correctional centres, helping to relocate inmates from congested and often dilapidated facilities into modern, humane, and more secure environments.

The Damongo facility, like the earlier centres, has been equipped with structures and systems that support inmate rehabilitation and reintegration. This includes accommodation blocks, administration offices, training workshops, medical facilities, and recreational areas — all aimed at reforming inmates rather than merely incarcerating them.

Correctional authorities note that the increased capacity has a direct impact on prison conditions and safety. “Expanding our inmate accommodation through such partnerships allows us to improve supervision, enhance rehabilitation programmes, and ensure a healthier environment for both officers and inmates,” he said.

The Church of Pentecost’s intervention comes at a time when Ghana’s prisons have long struggled with overcrowding, limited rehabilitation resources, and ageing infrastructure. By commissioning modern facilities, the Church is supporting efforts to transform the correctional system into one focused on rehabilitation, skills development, and successful reintegration into society.

The project forms part of the Church’s broader “Possessing the Nations” agenda, which encourages institutions and congregations to actively contribute to national development and social transformation.

The aim is not only to provide space but to give inmates a clean, safe, and empowering environment where they can rebuild their lives and contribute positively to society upon release.

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Once An Inmate, Now An Entrepreneur: How Prison Reform Changed Simon’s Life

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When 22-year-old Simon Ameyome walked into the Ho Central Prison for the first time, reform was the last thing on his mind. “There were too many of us in one room… no space, no training, nothing to do,” he recalled. “So you come out with no change.”

His experience mirrors the reality of many inmates in Ghana, where only 5 out of 47 prisons were originally built to help reform inmates. The rest trace their origins to the colonial era — structures built for confinement and punishment, not rehabilitation. The Yeji camp prison, for instance, used to be an abandoned clinic; Winneba prison used to be a warehouse dating back to colonial times; Koforidua prison, an armoury from the World War period; the Kumasi prison was built in 1946 and the prison at Kenyasi and Dua Yaw Nkwanta were handed to the Prisons Service by the Ministry of Agriculture. The gift of land at Kenyasi came with a solitary structure which the Service had to secure and eventually expand to house prisoners. This is just to mention a few of the 40 prisons inherited from businesses and other governmental agencies. Some of the Prisons in the northern part of Ghana are even built from mud.

But today, inmates like Simon have a different story to tell — thanks to an unusual partner in Ghana’s correctional system: The Church of Pentecost.

In the last few years, the Church has constructed and handed over three modern correctional facilities — in Ejura, Nsawam, and now Damongo — to the Ghana Prisons Service. These facilities are purpose-built, complete with classrooms, chapels, workshops, medical units, and counselling rooms.

Consequently, many inmates are receiving vocational skills training, literacy education and counselling — tools designed to help them rebuild their lives and return to society stronger, not bitter.

The Damongo facility, the most recent to be commissioned, continues the Church’s push to transform prisons into centres of restoration. Correction officers say the impact goes beyond infrastructure — it is reshaping mindsets.

The Church’s initiative is part of its “Possessing the Nations” agenda, which urges Christians to influence every sphere of society with values and principles of the Kingdom of God.

According to the Deputy Director-General of Prisons in charge of Operations, Dr. Francis Omane Addo, modern correctional facilities are essential to lowering recidivism, reducing social risk, and ultimately building safer communities. Without such spaces, prisons risk becoming “warehouses for offenders,” trapping people in cycles of hopelessness and crime.

For Simon, the difference is clear. After spending time in the Nsawam Prison Camp modern facility, he left with training in tailoring and renewed confidence. Today, he runs a small workshop in his hometown at Juapong in the North Tongu district of the Volta Region.

Simon is living proof that with the right support, a prisoner today can become a nation builder tomorrow.

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