EXPLORES MINING PARTNERSHIPS A roundtable discussion on African mining industry potential brought together over 70 delegates from 15 African nations, Russia, China, and Iran to explore trilateral cooperation opportunities in industrial and technological development. The October 17 event took place at the Financial and Business Association for Euro-Asian Cooperation (FBA EAC) headquarters as part of the second Russia-Africa Expo 2025 international forum. Organizers included the FBA EAC, the Council of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation for Financial, Industrial and Investment Policy, the Peace Foundation, and the International Affairs Committee of the Russian State Duma. Lomonosov Moscow State University’s Russia-Africa Club, RUDN Patrice-Lumumba University, and Kapital-Info company also supported the gathering. Diplomats, business representatives, scientists, and international organization officials participated in discussions focused on forming sustainable production chains, attracting investment, and adopting new technologies across the African mining sector. Speakers emphasized logistics challenges, personnel training needs, and environmental considerations as central concerns for advancing cooperative ventures. China’s delegation played a prominent role at the forum. Sun Yongjun, First Secretary of the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China, and Liu Yan, Second Secretary, attended alongside representatives from Chongqing Pumps Factory who participated online. Su Ao, Ji Xiaodong, Yang Jiaquan, Yang Yiguang, and Wang Renjie represented the Chinese manufacturing sector, demonstrating practical commitment to trilateral cooperation and joint mining project implementation. African representation spanned multiple nations and sectors. Jean Rick Biyaya Kadievu, Minister Plenipotentiary of the Embassy of the Democratic Republic of Congo in Russia, participated alongside Sid’Ahmed Cheikh Ould Aichetou, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania. Eric Rubayita, Counselor of the Embassy of Rwanda, joined discussions with Diarra Hadja Niamé Mariam Fofana, President of the Consultation and Action Program for Women Leaders of Mali. Gerry Mane, President of the National Communications and Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Regulatory Authority of Guinea-Bissau, contributed perspectives on regulatory frameworks. Pierre Bangourou from Africa International Trade Connection in Côte d’Ivoire shared insights on continental trade dynamics. Cameroon sent multiple representatives including Yumssi Tichuè from Général Import Export SARL, Amadou Demba Sy from Demba Mining & Frères, and Domou Nouble Bruno Alkis from GIES. African speakers highlighted the continent’s readiness to welcome investment, embrace technological innovation, and establish durable production networks. Their presentations underscored desires for knowledge transfer, infrastructure development, and environmentally responsible mining practices that balance economic growth with ecological protection. Iran’s participation through Mehdi Rezazadeh, Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of ZedPay Financial System & Services, emphasized the discussions’ interregional character. His presence signaled broader interest in expanding financial and technological cooperation within sectoral projects beyond the immediate Russia-China-Africa framework. Li Shaobin, President of FBA EAC, delivered welcoming remarks emphasizing that African mining sector cooperation opens new horizons for the entire Eurasian commercial space. Ivan Borisovich Arkhipov, Vice President of the Russo-Chinese Friendship Society, stressed the importance of strengthening humanitarian and economic ties between participating nations. Sergei Korotkov, Advisor to the President of FBA EAC, presented a message from Vitaly Vovk, Deputy Director of the Industrial Policy Department of the Eurasian Economic Commission (CEEA). Vovk indicated that constructive dialogue provides fresh impetus for sectoral cooperation development and expressed CEEA’s willingness to contribute toward elaborating concrete collaboration mechanisms. Roman Isakov, a recognized mining industry expert, delivered a well-received presentation on technologies and standards of Russian mining companies. Anatoly Tkachuk, Board Member of the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (RSPP) and Head of the International Projects and Programs Center of the International Congress of Industrials and Entrepreneurs (ICIE), outlined RSPP and ICIE mechanisms for developing joint mining sector projects. Russian representation included Daria Mitchourina from RSPP, Youri Malakhov from the Kuzbass Machine Builders Association, and Alexander Kotliarsky from PROMTEKH LLC who serves as First Vice President of FBA EAC. Anton Vassiliev from SPARTA LLC, Alexandra Matveeva from IBEC, Viktor Lazoutine from the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Russia, and Igor Khmelkov from NOBIS Company also participated. Louis Gouend, Founder and President of the African Business Club, President of the Organizing Committee for Russia-Africa Expo 2025, and President of the Cameroonian Diaspora in Russia, moderated the roundtable proceedings. Anna Geroldovna Bezdoudnaia, Doctor of Economic Sciences and Professor, Head of the Management and Innovation Department at Saint Petersburg University of Economics, served as co-moderator. Bezdoudnaia also directs the Research Center on Arctic Economic and Environmental Issues and edits the FBA EAC Bulletin journal. Participants examined forming joint working groups and industrial clusters, creating joint ventures, training specialists, establishing financial support mechanisms, implementing environmental standards, and expanding logistics chains. Discussions covered technical cooperation, knowledge exchange, and institutional frameworks necessary for translating dialogue into operational partnerships. Forum conclusions emphasized coordinating efforts among business communities, research centers, and government structures to implement concrete investment and educational projects in the mining sector. Participants agreed on several key recommendations including rapid formation of expert working groups to prepare pilot project initiatives and intensification of technology and equipment exchanges involving direct participation from industrial manufacturers and engineering companies. Delegates called for developing joint educational programs and academic exchanges to train qualified personnel. They advocated strengthening institutional project support through guarantee mechanisms and financial instruments. Environmental concerns received significant attention with participants recommending implementation of unified environmental standards and sustainable development practices across mining operations. The forum reflected growing interest in multipolar cooperation frameworks that connect African resource potential with Russian technological expertise and Chinese manufacturing capacity. Participants viewed mining sector partnerships as foundational elements for broader economic integration across participating regions. 9th November,2025

MALAWI ENFORCES MAIZE EXPORT BAN Malawi is enforcing maize export restrictions to protect stocks of the staple grain, the trade ministry announced on Thursday, November 6, after the government forecast that a fifth of the population faces hunger following a below average harvest. The Ministry of Industrialization, Business, Trade and Tourism reiterated that the export of maize and maize based products remains restricted under the Control of Goods Act of 2018. The restriction remains in effect as part of the government’s continued efforts to safeguard national food security, maintain price stability and protect the livelihoods of the majority of Malawians who depend on maize as their staple food, the ministry stated. Director of Trade in Goods Charity Musonzo warned that any individuals or businesses found violating this restriction will face appropriate legal action. Malawi harvested 2.9 million metric tons of maize this year, against a national requirement of 3.7 million tons, according to the United States Famine Early Warning Systems Network, citing Malawi’s agriculture ministry. The substantial shortfall has left the southern African nation facing a severe food security crisis. As many as 4 million Malawians face hunger between now and the next harvest in March 2026, according to a government food security report released in October by the Malawi Vulnerability Assessment Committee (MVAC). This represents 22 percent of the country’s projected population of 18.5 million people. President Arthur Peter Mutharika described the situation as a national crisis during the official opening of the 2025 budget session of parliament and appealed for food aid from the international community. Average maize prices in the country have shot up by at least 50 percent over the past year, according to the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), an initiative involving United Nations agencies and humanitarian organizations. However, Chief Economist at the Don Consultancy Group, Chifi Mhango, told Channel Africa that maize prices had already dropped significantly since the government began importing grain from Zambia. Just a month ago, the price of maize was over 100,000 Malawian kwacha per 50 kilogram bag, but now it has fallen to between 50,000 and 55,000 kwacha, Mhango explained. He described the export ban as a timely and necessary measure to ensure food stability, noting that it will help stabilize maize prices and prevent traders from hoarding maize to push up prices. Aid agencies such as the World Food Programme (WFP) will this month launch relief efforts in Malawian districts with the biggest food deficits, a WFP spokesperson told Reuters. The programme, however, faces a budget deficit of 69 million dollars to meet its food distribution target, posing significant challenges to meeting the food distribution goals. Malawi has ordered 200,000 tons of maize from Zambia to help plug its grain deficit. A fortnight before the export ban announcement, Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Water Development Roza Fatchi Mbilizi and her Zambian counterpart Reuben Mtolo Phiri signed a deal to procure the grain in response to the worsening food situation. Two weeks prior to the announcement, President Mutharika declared a state of national disaster in 11 districts. The prolonged dry spells that caused this year’s poor harvest are part of a pattern of climate related disasters that have affected Malawi’s food production over the last five years, including cyclones and other extreme weather events. Grace Mijiga Mhango, president of the Grain Traders Association of Malawi, supported the restriction, stating that the country does not have enough maize and the measure is therefore in order. She noted that the restriction comes as government has positively responded to public outcry and will soon open up to buying maize locally. While acknowledging that the ban may affect farmers who depend on exports, Chief Economist Mhango said domestic food needs must come first. You can’t export food when it is scarce at home. The local market remains strong for maize traders, he noted, urging the government to strengthen food reserves to cushion the country against future shortages. Malawi has enforced maize export bans fairly continuously since 2005 in order to protect domestic food security, though research suggests such policies can have mixed effects. Studies indicate that while export bans may achieve short term goals of increasing food availability at lower prices, they can discourage agricultural production in the long run and tend to benefit urban non poor consumers more than poor rural farmers. The export ban will remain in effect until Malawi’s food situation stabilizes, according to officials. The ministry urged members of the public to be vigilant and report any suspected illegal export activities to authorities for swift investigation through the Ministry’s official communication channels. 9th November,2025

NOVEMBER 9 IS A SIGNIFICANT DATE ON THE GERMAN CALENDAR. The date on which the monarchy fell in 1918, Adolf Hitler staged his failed coup attempt in 1923, the Nazis and antisemitic mobs attacked synagogues and Jewish homes and businesses in 1938, and the Berlin Wall fell in 1989, November 9 is known as the "day of destiny" in Germany. On November 9, 1918, Philipp Scheidemann, a Social Democrat and later the chancellor of the Weimar Republic, proclaimed an end to the monarchy of Kaiser Wilhelm II and the beginning of a new democracy in a speech from a balcony of the Reichstag in Berlin. "Workers and soldiers, be aware of the historical significance of this day," Scheidemann said. "Something unprecedented has happened. We have a great and immense task ahead of us. Everything for the people, everything through the people! Nothing must happen that would bring dishonor to the workers' movement. Be united, loyal, and dutiful! The old and rotten, the monarchy, has collapsed. Long live the new, long live the German Republic." The young democracy in Germany had a difficult beginning. Both left- and right-wingers wanted to eliminate it immediately. And on November 9, 1923, the Nazis marched on Munich's Feldherrnhalle led by Adolf Hitler, who would take power 10 years later and bring about World War II. All Jewish people in Germany would be deprived of their rights. From 1942 onward Hitler and the Nazis would systematically exterminate them. On November 9, 1938, Nazis and antisemitic mobs set synagogues on fire and plundered Jewish-owned businesses. About 100 Jews people were murdered in the pogrom cynically called Kristallnacht, "Night of Broken Glass." The attacks were a precursor to the Holocaust, in which 6 million Jews were murdered throughout Europe. The fall of the Berlin Wall brought an end to the second dictatorship on German soil: the German Democratic Republic (GDR). People stormed the border crossings in divided Berlin. The jubilation was, in the truest sense of the word, borderless. November 9, 1989, was a day of absolute joy in Germany. 9th November,2025

OVER A MILLION EVACUATE AHEAD The Philippines braced for Fung-wong, set to be its biggest storm this year, just days after Typhoon Kalmaegi devastated the country. Over a million people have fled their homes, and two deaths have been reported. More than a million people in eastern, central and northern provinces of the Philippines have been evacuated from their homes as Fung-wong approached the archipelago. At least two people died amid flash flooding: one in the town of Viga in Catanduanes province, and another in Catbalogan City in Samar province, authorities said. The storm, called Uwan in the Philippines, comes with the island nation still reeling from another powerful typhoon, Kalmaegi, which left at least 224 people dead in central provinces amid flash floods and landslides. Kalmaegi hit the archipelago on Tuesday, before moving across the South China Sea to Vietnam, where at least five people were killed. The country's weather bureau said Fung-wong was carrying maximum sustained winds of 185 kilometers (115 miles) per hour and gusts of up to 230 kph as it passed close to the eastern province of Catanduanes on Sunday morning. The massive storm — the biggest to threaten the Philippines so far this year — spans 1,600 kilometers (994 miles), which could cover two-thirds of the archipelago nation. The Philippines classifies tropical cyclones with sustained winds of 185 kph or higher as super typhoons to highlight the urgency of taking precautionary measures. Climate scientists warn that such extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and intense as the Earth's atmosphere warms, largely owing to human use of fossil fuels. 9th November,2025

MAHAMA TO LAUNCH “NKOKO NKITINKITI The Minister of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has announced that President John Dramani Mahama will officially unveil a new government initiative dubbed the “Nkoko Nkitinkiti” programme in Kumasi on Wednesday, November 12. Although full details of the initiative remain under wraps, the programme is believed to be centred on boosting community development and empowering the youth—key priorities under the government’s ongoing social intervention and inclusion agenda. Mr. Kwakye Ofosu noted that the week would be a significant one for the administration, as it will be capped by the presentation of the 2026 National Budget in Parliament on Thursday, November 13, by the Minister for Finance. The forthcoming budget is expected to introduce comprehensive measures to accelerate economic growth, expand job opportunities, and enhance social protection. It will also outline government strategies to promote fiscal responsibility and strengthen revenue generation across major sectors of the economy. Describing the week’s activities as “very important,” the Communications Minister stressed that the twin events reflect the government’s strong commitment to development, transparency, and public engagement. 9th November,2025

RELEASE HELICOPTER CRASH REPORT Minister in charge of Government Communications Felix Kwakye Ofosu has announced that the investigative report into the August 6 military helicopter crash will be presented to the National Security Council (NSC) on Monday, November 10, with public details revealed the following day. The report examines the tragedy that claimed eight lives when a Ghana Air Force Harbin Z-9EH helicopter crashed in the Adansi Akrofuom District while traveling from Accra to Obuasi on an anti-illegal mining mission. Mr Kwakye Ofosu confirmed that findings will be shared with Ghanaians during a media briefing on Tuesday, November 11. The investigation was led by National Security Coordinator Abdul Osman Razak, bringing together experts from the Ghana Air Force, Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), and international aviation consultants. Technical advisers from the United States Air Force also contributed to the probe, which exceeded its initial 30 day deadline set by Acting Defence Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson for September 24. The aircraft departed Accra at approximately 9:12 am on Wednesday, August 6, carrying three crew members and five passengers on the anti-galamsey operation. The helicopter lost radar contact shortly after entering the Ashanti Region and was later discovered crashed in forested terrain near Adansi. Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah and Environment, Science and Technology Minister Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed perished alongside Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator Muniru Mohammed Limuna and National Democratic Congress (NDC) Vice Chairman Samuel Sarpong. Former parliamentary candidate Samuel Aboagye also died in the crash. The three Ghana Air Force crew members killed were Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, Flying Officer Manaen Twum Ampadu, and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah. All eight occupants died instantly when the helicopter crashed and burst into flames. Dr Omane Boamah, a medical doctor by training, had served as Communications Minister during President John Mahama’s previous 2012 to 2017 tenure before becoming Defence Minister in February 2025. He had recently led a diplomatic delegation to Ouagadougou in May as Ghana pursued increased engagement with military governments in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger. Dr Murtala Muhammed served as Environment Minister overseeing efforts against illegal mining activities that have devastated Ghana’s water bodies and forests. The delegation was traveling to Obuasi to launch a cooperative mining programme designed to provide legal alternatives to galamsey operations. A state funeral attended by President Mahama and senior officials took place on August 15, 2025, honoring the victims’ service to the nation. Muslim victims Alhaji Muniru Limuna and Dr Murtala Muhammed were buried on August 10, while the six remaining victims received burial on August 15. Mr Kwakye Ofosu outlined an eventful week for government activities beyond the helicopter report release. President Mahama will launch the Nkoko nkitinkiti poultry programme in Kumasi on Wednesday, November 13, aimed at engaging 55,000 households in poultry production to reduce Ghana’s annual chicken import bill of approximately $300 million. On Thursday, November 14, Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson will present the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament. Mr Kwakye Ofosu described the budget as brimming with far-reaching policy initiatives expected to outline measures for job creation, economic growth stimulation, and tax reforms including a proposed reduction of the value added tax (VAT) rate from 22 percent to 20 percent. The helicopter crash represented one of Ghana’s worst air disasters in over a decade, prompting nationwide mourning and questions about aviation safety protocols for government officials. Books of condolence were opened at various locations including the victims’ residences and NDC party headquarters. Mr Kwakye Ofosu emphasized that the forthcoming report will provide transparency on the national tragedy and help reinforce accountable governance. The investigation findings are expected to offer detailed insights into crash causes and outline measures to prevent similar occurrences in the future. The crash occurred as Ghana intensified efforts to combat illegal mining activities that have contaminated major rivers including the Pra, Birim, Ankobra and Tano. The government delegation was traveling to Obuasi, a historic gold mining town, to promote legal mining alternatives that protect the environment while providing livelihoods. Family members, government officials, and ordinary Ghanaians await the report’s release, hoping it will provide closure and answers about how the tragedy unfolded. The investigation board’s work included examining the helicopter’s maintenance records, flight path data, weather conditions, and all circumstances surrounding the fatal journey. 9th November,2025

JUNIOR BANTAMWEIGHT RANKINGS Undefeated Ghanaian boxer Theophilus Kpakpo Allotey, known as Theo Lopez, has advanced to third position in the latest International Boxing Federation (IBF) Intercontinental junior bantamweight rankings, moving closer to breaking into world championship contention. The 23 year old’s steady climb through multiple sanctioning body rankings reflects his impressive trajectory since turning professional. Allotey currently holds three significant titles across different weight divisions. He possesses the national Super Flyweight championship, Universal Boxing Organisation (UBO) Super Flyweight belt, and World Boxing Organisation (WBO) Africa Bantamweight title. These accomplishments have positioned him at 15th in the WBO world rankings, marking his entry into global championship consideration alongside the sport’s elite fighters. The rise through IBF rankings represents another milestone in a carefully managed career strategy. Beyond his third place IBF Intercontinental standing, Allotey ranks sixth in the IBF’s main rankings, ninth with the International Boxing Organisation world list, ninth at International Boxing Council, and fifth with the African Boxing Union. The multiple rankings demonstrate consistent recognition across different sanctioning bodies that govern professional boxing. His coach and manager, Dr. Ofori Asare, confirmed they remain on track toward challenging for major world titles. He emphasized their ultimate goal involves capturing all available championships to achieve undisputed status, the highest achievement in boxing where a fighter holds belts from all four major sanctioning bodies simultaneously. The methodical approach has yielded steady progress without rushing development or taking dangerous shortcuts. Dr. Asare described Allotey as a project requiring government support to reach his full potential as Ghana’s next world champion. He urged corporate Ghana to invest in the boxer, highlighting his qualities, capabilities, and international experience as evidence of championship readiness. The appeal reflects broader challenges facing Ghanaian boxing, where talented fighters often lack financial backing compared to counterparts from boxing powerhouses. Allotey’s amateur credentials established the foundation for his professional success. He represented Ghana at the African Games, where he won bronze medals at both the Paris 2024 Olympic Qualifiers in Dakar, Senegal, and the 13th African Games hosted by Ghana. Although he fell short at world Olympic qualifiers in Italy and Thailand, those experiences against elite international competition prepared him for the professional ranks. The boxer dominated Boxing Ghana’s Pound for Pound ratings for four consecutive months through September 2025, claiming the top spot after his victory over Daniel Selassie Gorsh in June. That unanimous decision victory, scored 117 to 111, 118 to 110, 118 to 110, captured the WBO Africa Bantamweight title while establishing him as one of Ghana’s premier professional talents. The dominant performance showcased technical skills honed through years of amateur competition. Allotey turned professional at age 22 in late 2024, making an immediate impact with his debut victory at Bukom Boxing Arena. His first opponent, Isaac Adu Manti, retired mid bout as the intensity mounted, signaling the power and precision Allotey brought from amateur success. Within eleven months of turning professional, he had compiled an eleven win, zero loss record while capturing three titles across different sanctioning bodies. His June victory over Gorsh represented a significant challenge, as the opponent entered undefeated with fifteen straight wins. The battle between two rising stars attracted massive attention across Ghana’s boxing community, with supporters packing the Bukom Boxing Arena despite rainy conditions. Allotey’s dominant showing silenced critics who questioned whether his amateur success would translate to professional excellence. The boxer recently completed intensive training at Palm Heights Athletics in the British Cayman Islands, working at world class facilities that exceeded his expectations. He and Dr. Asare accepted the invitation in October, utilizing the sports excellence center to enhance weight management, stamina, punching power, and overall intensity. Allotey promised fans would see a more aggressive fighter following the overseas training camp. Missing the Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) Professional Boxer of the Year award hasn’t derailed his focus. The 50th Golden Jubilee edition awards ceremony on November 15 recognized other boxers including amateur standout Mathias Ashitey among the nominees. Allotey remains concentrated on training harder to face the best opponents in his weight class rather than dwelling on awards disappointment. Industry observers including Benjamin Barnor praised Allotey’s determination and proper training regime as factors giving him advantages over peers. Barnor predicted confidently that Allotey represents one of the next big things emerging from Ghana’s boxing tradition. The endorsement carries weight given Ghana’s history of producing world champions despite infrastructure challenges and limited resources compared to developed boxing nations. Allotey himself has declared readiness not just for world championship status but for becoming undisputed world champion. He publicly challenged holders of World Boxing Council, IBF, International Boxing Organisation, and WBO titles, expressing willingness to face any of them immediately. The bold declaration reflects confidence built through consistent victories against progressively tougher opposition throughout his brief professional career. The strategic movement between weight divisions demonstrates tactical flexibility. While comfortable at super flyweight, Allotey has competed successfully at bantamweight when opportunities arose, including the high profile Gorsh bout. This adaptability expands potential matchmaking options while maximizing championship opportunities across multiple weight classes as his career develops. Team Allotey continues welcoming partnership and sponsorship offers to support the next phase of development. They’ve called on corporate Ghana to invest in sports, particularly boxing, emphasizing the returns such investment generates through national pride and international recognition. Previous supporters include Legacy Rise Sports Promotions, whose backing enabled the Gorsh showdown that elevated Allotey’s profile dramatically. Dr. Asare thanked numerous technical assistants who contributed to victories, including coaches Akai Nettey of Attoh Quarshie and Elvis Robertson of Akotoku Academy. These ringside collaborators provide tactical adjustments during bouts while the corner team manages between round recovery and strategy implementation. The comprehensive support system mirrors structures employed by successful boxing teams internationally. Allotey’s rapid ascent positions him for potential WBC International title shots in coming months. Such contests would provide additional credentials while testing him against opponents from boxing’s traditional powerhouses in North America, Europe, and Asia. Victory at that level would strengthen claims for mandatory title challenges against reigning world champions. The boxer’s development coincides with renewed international attention on Ghanaian boxing following successful title defenses by various national champions throughout 2025. This collective momentum benefits individual fighters like Allotey, as promoters and television networks recognize Ghana as producing competitive talent worth featuring on major cards globally. His unbeaten record faces inevitable tests as competition quality increases at each level. The junior bantamweight and super flyweight divisions feature established champions and hungry contenders from boxing hotbeds including Japan, Mexico, Philippines, and South Africa. Navigating this competitive landscape requires not just physical talent but mental toughness, tactical intelligence, and the ability to make necessary adjustments when facing different fighting styles. Allotey trains at Wisdom Boxing Gym, which has produced multiple champions across various titles and competition levels. Coach Dr. Asare leads a program emphasizing both technical development and character formation, believing boxing success requires discipline extending beyond the ring. Administrator Sarah Lotus Asare, Ghana’s first female matchmaker, praised Allotey’s amateur track record where he consistently outperformed opponents as evidence of future professional success. 9th November,2025

GHANA PREPARES TO HOST TOUR DU GHANA The tenth edition of Tour du Ghana will commence on November 13, featuring 172 cyclists from 12 international clubs representing eight countries across five continents in the country’s flagship cycling championship. The 12-day competition, running through November 24, has secured Dot.Ateliers, an Accra-based artist residency and creative hub, as its headline sponsor. Telecommunications giant MTN Ghana and banking powerhouse Stanbic Bank are among top-tier brands throwing their weight behind the event, alongside other corporate partners including Prudential Life Insurance, Twellium Verna Water, Ada Plus Destination, DHL Global Forwarding, and the chief of Akwamu Kotoi. The race will traverse Greater Accra, Volta, Oti, and Eastern regions, showcasing Ghana’s diverse terrain, culture, and tourism potential. The tour aims to celebrate Ghana’s rich cultural heritage while promoting what organizers describe as the Black Star Experience, a unique blend of sport and national pride. President John Dramani Mahama will officially flag off the race, underscoring the government’s renewed commitment to sports development, youth empowerment and national pride. The Ministry of Sports and Recreation, through its Chief Director Mrs Wilhelmina Asamoah, has pledged full institutional support for the event. The Ghana Cycling Federation (GCF), in collaboration with the Ministry of Sports and Recreation, National Sports Authority (NSA), National Tourism Authority, Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC), and the Black Star Experience Secretariat, has organized the competition. General Secretary of the GCF, Shaaban Mohammed, told Graphic Sports that corporate Ghana is rallying behind the cycling event like never before. Mohammed said the event would use the tour to showcase Ghanaian culture and hospitality to the world. He added that other major companies, including Toyota, Goil, Japan Motors, Total Energies, Strategic Africa Security, and Goodness Oil, were also in talks to join as sponsors. The Ministry of Sports has directed the GCF to provide regular progress updates and assured organizers of technical and logistical support to ensure the event’s success. Mrs Asamoah commended the organizers for their initiative, describing it as an exciting development for Ghanaian sport with potential to place Ghana firmly on the international cycling map. The Ghana Cycling Federation aims to use the competition as preparation for future international events, particularly the 2026 Commonwealth Games and 2028 Olympic Games. The federation hopes to build on successes from previous editions while developing local talent capable of competing on the global stage. Three Ghanaian teams are expected to participate alongside international competitors, though the complete roster has not been finalized. The tour will feature multiple stages with jerseys at stake as cyclists compete across varied terrain from coastal plains to inland routes. The competition represents one of Ghana’s most ambitious sporting events for 2025, with organizers hoping it will become a landmark spectacle that attracts tourists and investors while showcasing the country’s sporting infrastructure and organizational capacity. 9th November,2025