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Date: Wednesday 13th May 2025

CropLife Ghana held its 2nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) for CEOs and MDs of its members on Friday, 8th May 2026 at the African Regent Hotel, Accra under the theme: “Promoting Sustainable Crop Solutions for Food Security in Ghana.”

The meeting brought together Chief Executive Officers, Managing Directors and Country Representatives of members companies with the Director for the Chemical Control Management Centre (CCMC) of the Environmental Protection Authority as the special guest to deliberate on Enhancing Regulatory Compliance for a safe and effective Crop Protection Industry in Ghana.

In a press statement signed by Executive Director of CropLife Ghana, Kadiri Rashad expresses sincere appreciation to all members and stakeholders whose presence, participation, and valuable contributions made the AGM a great success, stating that the association highly values the commitment demonstrated by members towards strengthening the industry and advancing sustainable agricultural practices in Ghana.

Mr. Kadiri Rashad assures members that all matters, concerns, observations, and recommendations raised during the meeting are important and are being carefully considered as part of efforts to improve industry coordination, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory compliance within the sector.

A key focus of the AGM was the collective commitment to collaborate closely with the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) and other relevant stakeholders to sanitize the agro-input market and promote quality standards across the industry.

CropLife Ghana emphasized the need for stronger collaboration and coordinated action to address the circulation of counterfeit, unregistered, and substandard agro-input products, which continue to pose risks to farmers, consumers, the environment, and the agricultural sector.

The association reaffirmed its commitment to supporting efforts aimed at ensuring that farmers across Ghana have access to safe, approved, effective, and high-quality crop protection products. CropLife Ghana further highlighted the importance of responsible stewardship, awareness creation, education, and strict adherence to regulatory standards as critical measures in promoting professionalism and integrity within the agro-input value chain.

As an industry association committed to sustainable agriculture, CropLife Ghana remains dedicated to promoting the safe and responsible use of pesticides, environmental protection, farmer safety, and sustainable crop solutions that contribute to national food security and agricultural development.

The AGM concluded with a renewed commitment by members to continue working together with regulators and stakeholders to build a safer, more transparent, and sustainable agro-input market in Ghana.

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Published:May 13th 2026
Published at: 6:57am
By Saibu Terry

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The Chairman of the Northern Regional Football Association (NRFA), Alhaji Abu-Hassan Rhyzo, on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, donated financial and logistical support to Dakpemah Ladies and Nasara Ladies ahead of the upcoming GFA Regional Women’s Championship playoffs in Tamale.
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‎On behalf of the NRFA, Alhaji Rhyzo presented GHC1,000, four boxes of Awake Mineral Water, and two boxes of Yazz sanitary pads to each club as part of efforts to support the teams’ preparations for the competition.
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‎In addition, the NRFA Chairman pledged a winning bonus of GHC500 for each victory recorded by the clubs during their five playoff matches.
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‎Nasara Ladies and Dakpemah Ladies are the two teams representing the Northern Region in the championship, which serves as qualification for the Malta Guinness Women’s Premier League next season.
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‎The Northern Zone playoffs are scheduled to commence on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium in Tamale, where participating clubs will battle for promotion to the top flight of women’s football in Ghana.
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‎Dakpemah Ladies will open their campaign against Upper West champions Chewia Ladies, while Nasara Ladies will take on tournament favorites Supreme Ladies from Kumasi as they seek to secure qualification after four unsuccessful attempts in previous years.

Published by Inusah Dondaliya

Date: 10th May 2026.

Northern Regional Football Association Chairman, Alhaj Abu Hassan Rhyzos has congratulated Steadfast FC following their qualification to the Division One League after an emphatic 3-1 victory over Northern Zaytuna FC in the final of the Northern Regional Division Two League played at Salaga Astro Turf on Saturday, 9th May, 2026.

Following the triumph, the NRFA Chairman presented a Giant trophy, 30 gold medals, and 10,000 Ghana Cedis to Steadfast FC as their prize money in recognition of their dominance.

As Runners-up, Zaytuna FC also received 5,000 Ghana Cedis from the Northern Regional Football Association Chairman, Alhaj Abu Hassan Rhyzo.

In a post on Facebook, Alhaj Abu Hassan Razos, acknowledged their efforts, congratulating the team for emerging as champions of the Division Two League.

“CONGRATULATIONS TO STEADFAST FC ON YOUR QUALIFICATION FOR THE DIVISION. THEY RECEIVED A GIANT TROPHY, 30 GOLD MEDALS & GHC10,000 AS THEIR PRIZE. NORTHERN ZAYTUNA RECEIVED GHC5,000 AS RUNNER UP”.