Tag: Public Investment
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President Mahama Advances Takoradi–Agona Junction Road Revival with US$78.3 Million Release
New Funding Accelerates Takoradi–Agona Road Rehabilitation President John Dramani Mahama has authorized a critical funding release to expedite the rehabilitation and dualization of the Takoradi–Agona Junction road, a key corridor in Ghana’s western region. In a directive to the Ministry of Finance, the President asked for the immediate disbursement of US$78.3 million to JUSTMOH Construction…
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Labour trashed the economy: rate cuts won’t save it
Introduction: Why rate cuts are only a partial remedy As central banks signal a potential rate cut this week, with another possible early next year, market watchers are hoping the medicine will be strong enough to lift a flagging economy. Yet many economists and political observers warn that, for a government grappling with a fragile…
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Latin America’s First Homegrown CAR: A New Era for Brazil’s Public Health
A Historic Milestone in Latin American Healthcare Latin America is witnessing a landmark achievement as the Nutera Center in Ribeirão Preto launches the region’s first homegrown CAR-T (Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell) cancer therapy program. Backed by substantial public investment, the initiative aims to transform how Brazil’s public health system delivers cutting-edge oncology care, potentially lowering…
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Stop Building the 17th Floor First: Youthful Leadership for Africa’s Next Era
Introduction: Reframing Ambition for Africa’s Future The phrase Stop Building the 17th Floor First captures a stubborn impulse: we often chase monumental prestige projects while the basics—jobs, health, education, reliable governance—remain underfunded. Recently, Namibia has been linked to bold plans for a film city aimed at rivaling Hollywood. While such visions can spark pride and…
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Mpamaa Primary School Dodoma Gets 197m for Classrooms and Sanitation Upgrades
Government allocates 197 million shillings to Mpamaa Primary School in Dodoma The government has disbursed 197 million Tanzanian shillings to Mpamaa Primary School in Dodoma City for a range of development projects aimed at modernizing the school’s facilities. The funding supports both classroom construction and the renovation of sanitation facilities, with the goal of improving…
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Mpamaa Primary School Dodoma Receives 197 Million for Classroom Builds and Sanitation Upgrades
Government allocates 197 Million for Mpamaa Primary School development In a move to strengthen educational infrastructure in Dodoma, the government has disbursed 197 million Tanzanian shillings to Mpamaa Primary School. The funds are earmarked for a range of development projects aimed at improving teaching and learning conditions in the school, located in the Dodoma City…
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New social housing investment boosts West and South Yorkshire economy
Overview of the investment The government has announced more than £1.5 billion in funding to accelerate the construction of social housing across West and South Yorkshire. The announcement signals a strong commitment to expanding affordable homes in a region that has faced housing pressures for years, including rising rents and the need for suitable accommodation…
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€20M Banner Plaza Opens Near Ennis, Creating 120 Local Jobs
New gateway to the west of Ennis The long-awaited €20 million Banner Plaza service station has officially opened at Junction 12 on the M18, marking a major milestone for Ennis and the surrounding countryside. After years of planning and community debate, the project has moved from speculative talks to a functioning hub designed to serve…
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Governments Must Invest in Preparing Workers for AI, Says PM Wong
Policy Imperative: Investing in an AI-Ready Workforce Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has underscored a central tenet of modern economic strategy: as artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes workplaces, governments must take an active role in preparing workers for the transition. He warned that relying solely on market forces risks lagging behind rapid technological change and widening…
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Governments must invest more in preparing workers for AI, says PM Wong
New Call for Public Investment in AI-Ready Skills Gyeongju, South Korea — Prime Minister Lawrence Wong delivered a pointed message on the role of government in the AI era, arguing that preparing workers for artificial intelligence is a national priority and cannot be left to market forces alone. Speaking to business leaders and policymakers at…