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Over 1,300 Benefit From PENTSOS Skills, Agricultural Programmes

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The Pentecost Social Services (PENTSOS) made significant strides in 2025, reaching more than 1,300 beneficiaries through its Alternative Livelihood and Skills Development initiatives, alongside the Agricultural Development Programme (ADeP).

This was disclosed by the Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Dr Eric Nyamekye, during the presentation of the 2025 State of the Church Address at the opening session of the 48th General Council Meetings, on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.

Under its livelihood interventions, PENTSOS continued to create sustainable economic opportunities, particularly for members within cocoa-growing communities and vulnerable urban centres. A key highlight was the Small Ruminant Rearing Project, which supported farmers with the rearing of rabbits, goats and other livestock to boost household income and economic resilience.

To further strengthen skills development, the church constructed four new vocational training centres in the Bolgatanga and Essam-Debiso Areas, increasing the total number of centres to seven nationwide. Together with the Baatsona Pentecost Vocational Centre, these facilities provided apprenticeship training in weaving, catering, cosmetology and fashion design to 375 young people.

In addition, the Graduate Apprentice Expansion Module equipped 134 master craftsmen and women with professional tools to expand their enterprises. This intervention has produced a multiplier effect, as beneficiaries are now offering free training opportunities to 246 new apprentices. The Community-Based Apprenticeship Module also enrolled 274 individuals into various vocational training programmes across several Areas of the church.

Meanwhile, under the Agricultural Development Programme (ADeP), PENTSOS recorded notable progress in advancing food security and promoting resilient livelihoods. The Juapong Agricultural Intervention, which aims to utilise 100 acres of land for youth empowerment, supported 14 beneficiaries to cultivate 18 acres of cassava, with assistance including ploughing services, seedlings and fertilisers.

Efforts to promote climate resilience and year-round farming led to the introduction of irrigation systems in the Afram Plains and Effiduase Areas. The initiative covered approximately 100 acres of farmland and benefited 69 farmers through the distribution of water-pumping machines and related accessories.

PENTSOS also enhanced agricultural value addition through the establishment of processing centres. The Siniensi Shea Butter Processing Centre in the Builsa North Municipality of the Upper East Region, commissioned in March 2025, has already supported 45 local processors and generated income. Meanwhile, a semi-mechanised palm oil processing facility at Tweapease is progressing steadily and is expected to be completed by June 2026.

Additionally, in the Sawla Area, PENTSOS collaborated with local leadership to support 103 farmers to cultivate 300 acres of cashew. Since 2024, this initiative has expanded to benefit 122 farmers across 371 acres.

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The Church Of Pentecost Delivers Healthcare With GH₵19.8 Million

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The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Dr Eric Nyamekye, has announced that the church, through its Pentecost Social Services (PENTSOS), has invested GH₵19,799,329.53 in healthcare interventions.

The move in the year 2025 underscores its commitment to improving access to quality healthcare across Ghana.

The church currently operates 13 healthcare facilities, made up of five hospitals and eight clinics, which collectively recorded 246,583 Outpatient Department (OPD) attendances in 2025 – representing a 12.4% increase compared to the previous year.

During the year under review, the church expanded its healthcare infrastructure with the commissioning of a 35-bed ultramodern hospital at Kumbagre in the Bolgatanga municipality and a Pentecost Clinic at Teshie-Praso, further enhancing access to medical services in underserved communities.

Apostle Dr Nyamekye further mentioned that in addition to these completed projects, four new healthcare facilities are currently under construction across the country. These include specialist hospital in Accra and community health centres, aimed at broadening the scope and quality of healthcare delivery.

The church’s Health Unit is supported by a workforce of 1,310 staff, with 1,019 personnel on the Government of Ghana payroll and 291 funded through internally generated resources.

To further strengthen healthcare delivery, the church received a donation of 350 hospital beds from The Church of Pentecost, Belgium, boosting capacity across its facilities.

These strategic investments and ongoing projects highlight the church’s commitment to healthcare provision, contributing significantly to national development and community well-being.

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The Church Of Pentecost Commissions Mineral Water Plant For Gonasua Community

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The Gonasua District of the Berekum Area of The Church of Pentecost has commissioned a mineral water processing plant to provide clean drinking water for residents of the Gonasua community and its surrounding areas.

The project, initiated by the District Minister, Pastor Foster Kokou Payo, and his wife, is expected to improve access to potable water while also supporting the activities of the church within the district.

The commissioning ceremony was officiated by the Area Head, Apostle Robert Andoh, who delivered a sermon drawn from Philippians 4:6–9 and 1 Peter 5:6–7. He encouraged congregants to continually present their needs to God, assuring them of His care and ability to meet every need.

The event was attended by the Municipal Chief Executive for Jaman South, Honourable Satia Ouattara, as well as traditional leaders from Gonasua and neighbouring communities. Also present were Pastors Cosmos Tuah, Alex Otieku, Stephen Barnes, Eric Amoah Takyi, the Gonasua Assemblyman, and the Unit Committee Chairman.

Members of the Gonasua community expressed gratitude to God and to The Church of Pentecost for the initiative, describing the project as timely and beneficial to the area.

Report by Berekum Area Media

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Bawku Area Commissions Borehole For Nintabugsuk Community

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The Bawku Area of The Church of Pentecost, on April 3, 2026, commissioned and handed over a mechanized borehole to the Nintabugsuk community in the Tempane District of the Upper East Region.

The intervention forms part of the Church’s Vision 2028 agenda, which prioritises social transformation and community development.

The dedication ceremony was attended by the Area Head, Pastor Michael Akwasi Asante, and his wife, Mrs. Selina Asante; the District Chief Executive for Tempane, Hon. Joseph Mbilla Ayaaba; ministers and their spouses within the Garu Zone, led by Pastor Elijah Aduako Adufo; as well as community leaders.

Addressing the gathering, Pastor Michael Akwasi Asante expressed appreciation to the DCE for his support and emphasised the importance of water as a basic human necessity. He noted that the Church’s intervention was aimed at improving access to potable water for the community.

Drawing from John 6:5, he highlighted Jesus Christ’s concern for the holistic well-being of people, stressing that the Church remains committed to meeting both the spiritual and physical needs of society. He also urged the community to maintain the facility to ensure its sustainability.

Providing a background to the project, the Tempane District Minister, Overseer Simon Eli Kofi Lavoe, disclosed that the borehole was fully sponsored by Mr. Kwame Brefo Gyawu of Asokwa PIWC, following consultations with the community leadership. Construction began in February 2025 and was completed in March 2026.

In his remarks, Hon. Ayaaba commended the Church for its continuous contribution to national development, describing the project as timely and impactful. He noted that the initiative complements government efforts in providing potable water in the district and urged the community to take good care of the facility.

The ceremony concluded with the unveiling of a plaque by Mrs. Selina Asante, after which the borehole was dedicated to God and officially handed over to the community.

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Pentecost Preparatory Honours Late Mrs Agatha Amoah with Academic Block

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An academic block at the Pentecost Preparatory School in Madina has been named in honour of the late Mrs Agatha Amoah, a pioneer of the institution and wife of former General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Albert Amoah (Retired).

The dedication took place during a short but significant ceremony held at the school premises on Wednesday January 28,2025.

Pentecost Preparatory School was founded in 1985 as Arm of the Lord by then Mr Albert Amoah and his wife, the late Mrs Agatha Amoah. The establishment of the school was inspired by a vision God placed in the heart of Mrs Amoah, which later grew into a fully functioning educational institution.

In 1994, the school was donated to The Church of Pentecost after two unsuccessful attempts by the couple to hand it over to new management. This decision was necessitated by their increasing responsibilities in full-time ministry, as Apostle Amoah became actively engaged in pastoral duties.

Speaking at the naming ceremony, Apostle Albert Amoah (Retired) described the school as “a seed of thought planted in the mind of my late wife many years ago,” noting that what began as a simple vision has today become a lasting legacy impacting generations of children.

The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, who also addressed the gathering, urged Christians and leaders to live purpose-driven lives that leave enduring legacies for future generations. He emphasised that great achievements often begin as small ideas.

“Everything starts like a seed,” he said, “but when it is well looked after and watered, it grows into something positive.”

Apostle Obuobi further encouraged resilience in the face of opposition and challenges, drawing lessons from the perseverance of Apostle Amoah and his late wife, who faced significant resistance during the early years of the school’s operations.

Touching on the importance of memorials, he referenced Joshua 4:1–6, explaining that God instructed the Israelites to set up a memorial of stones as a reminder of His intervention when the River Jordan parted. According to him, such memorials serve as reminders of God’s faithfulness and human obedience.

In a related announcement, Apostle Albert Amoah (Retired) unveiled the establishment of the Agatha Amoah Excellence Award, which will be presented to students who demonstrate outstanding academic performance, with a special focus on excellence in English Literature.

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Tarkwa Area Donates To Pentecost Hospital, PPS

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The Tarkwa Area of The Church of Pentecost has donated a total of GHS 146,014.22 to support the Pentecost Hospital and the Pentecost Preparatory School (PPS), both located in Tarkwa.

Out of the amount, GHS 96,014.22 was presented to the Pentecost Hospital, Tarkwa for the purchase of two anaesthesia machine vaporizers and a microscope for the laboratory unit.

The donation is expected to enhance theatre operations and improve laboratory services for patients.

Additionally, the PPS-Tarkwa received GHS 50,000.00 to support ongoing construction works on the school building, including the completion of the headmaster’s office.

The presentation was made on behalf of the Tarkwa Area Head, Apostle Dr. David Nyansah Hayfron, by the Area PENTSOS Coordinating Committee.

Report by Pastor Ebenezer Tawiah-Mensah, Area PENTSOS Coordinator

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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’s prison interventions have contributed significantly to rehabilitation outcomes and reduced congestion within Ghana’s correctional system.

According to the Ghana Prisons Service, prison overcrowding rates have reduced from over 50% in 2018 to 38% in 2025, a development Apostle Nyamekye said the Church has helped facilitate through infrastructure support and payment of fines for prisoners on default warrants.

The Damongo facility adds to two existing modern Camp Prisons funded and built by the Church. A fourth facility, located in Obuasi in the Ashanti Region, is currently under construction.

Speaking at the commissioning of the newly-constructed Damongo Camp Prison on Wednesday, Apostle Nyamekye revealed that 251 inmates have already been trained in employable skills at similar Church-constructed facilities at Nsawam and Ejura.

He said 26 inmates have successfully completed National Vocational Training Institute (NVTI)-certified programmes, with start-up support provided to many of them upon release to enable them to work and reintegrate.

“We do not simply seek to secure release for prisoners; we seek to equip them. We are committed to touching their hearts, hands, and minds to prepare them for meaningful reintegration into society,” he said.

Apostle Nyamekye also announced that Pentecost University will from next year commence certificate and diploma programmes tailored for inmates, ex-convicts and prison officers, further deepening reformation and reintegration efforts.

The Chairman reaffirmed the Church’s commitment to supporting the State in building a more humane and effective correctional system, saying rehabilitation and reformation remain critical to national development.

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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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Yawmatwa Pentecost Clinic Inaugurates Eye Unit

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The Pentecost Clinic at Yawmatwa, located in the Essam-Debiso Area of The Church of Pentecost, marked a significant milestone on October 2, 2025, with the official inauguration of its Eye Unit.

The ceremony brought together church leaders, healthcare professionals, and members of the local community to celebrate this important expansion of the clinic’s services.

The new facility was commissioned by the Essam-Debiso Area Head of the church, Pastor Frank Awuah Fordjour. Present to assist him were Pastor Patrick Denkyi Asante and Pastor Samuel Ntiamoah.

Pastor Fordjour praised the clinic’s management and staff for their commitment, stating that “caring for the health of the people is part of the Church’s Vision 2028.” He encouraged all stakeholders to continue supporting the clinic’s mission to provide holistic care to the community.

After the inauguration, Mrs Precious Nketiah, the ophthalmic nurse in charge of the unit, led a guided tour of the facility. She outlined the range of services to be offered and demonstrated how patients would be examined and treated.

The new unit, equipped with essential instruments for primary eye care, is expected to significantly improve access to eye health services for residents who previously had to travel long distances for treatment.

However, Mrs Nketiah appealed for further support from individuals, organisations, and benevolent groups to help expand the unit’s capacity. She noted that while the current setup meets basic needs, more advanced equipment and resources are required to address the growing demand for specialised eye care in the area.

The inauguration of the Eye Unit symbolised not only the opening of a new facility but also the beginning of a new chapter in accessible and compassionate healthcare for the people of Yawmatwa and its environs.

Report by the Yawmatwa Pentecost Clinic Media Team