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Kwame Asare Obeng

Also known as: Member of Parliament for Kwame Asare Obeng · Mr Kwame Asare Obeng

Kwame Asare Obeng — elected independent MP for Gomoa Central in 2024, pursuing infrastructure and industrialisation projects including solar facilities and an eco-tourism park.

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  1. May 2026
  2. Joy Online

    When Gomoa Central MP Kwame Asare Obeng recently unveiled a Private Member’s Bill proposing to criminalise “paternity fraud” and mandate DNA testing for every newborn in Ghana, it touched a raw and deeply emotional nerve.

    The Genetic Panopticon: The dangerous reality of mandating newborn DNA
Politics

A Plus denies English ability behind limited Parliament speaking

The News

Gomoa Central MP A Plus has dismissed claims that his limited contributions in Parliament stem from poor English, saying his focus is delivering results for constituents rather than speaking frequently for public attention. He argued that frequent parliamentary interventions should not be equated with effective representation.

15 August 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 15 August

  1. A Plus denies English ability behind limited Parliament speaking

    Gomoa Central MP A Plus has dismissed claims that his limited contributions in Parliament stem from poor English, saying his focus is delivering results for constituents rather than speaking frequently for public attention. He argued that frequent parliamentary interventions should not be equated with effective representation.

    15 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 26 June

  1. A-Plus announces plan for Africa's largest solar facility

    Gomoa Central MP Kwame Asare Obeng says he is developing what he describes as Africa's biggest solar energy facility to reduce Ghana's electricity costs and attract manufacturers, with significant progress expected by year-end.

    26 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. A-Plus elected independent MP in Gomoa Central

    Kwame Asare Obeng (A-Plus) was elected as Member of Parliament for Gomoa Central in the 2024 general election as an independent candidate, an outcome viewed as a major political upset. Barely two years into his tenure, he is pursuing a development-oriented agenda focused on infrastructure, education, industrialisation, tourism and grassroots engagement.

    26 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Thursday 25 June

  1. Gomoa Eco Park to rival Kakum as Africa's biggest eco-tourism park

    Kwame A Plus, MP for Gomoa Central, says the proposed Gomoa Eco Park in Yenku Forest will become the biggest eco-tourism park in Africa, featuring canopy walks, glass walkways, zip lines, hiking trails, quad biking and other attractions. He urged Kakum National Park management to invest more to remain competitive.

    25 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Thursday 18 June

  1. MP tours Canadian solar facility for 270MW Gomoa project

    Kwame Asare Obeng, MP for Gomoa Central, visited AKA Energy Systems in Canada to inspect technology for a proposed 270MW solar power project that will support the Gomoa Special Economic Zone. The facility is intended to provide energy security and enable manufacturing and exports under AfCFTA.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Gomoa Central MP urges vehicle dealers to stay united

    The Member of Parliament for Gomoa Central called on members of the Vehicles and Assets Dealers Union of Ghana to remain united and work together to strengthen Ghana's automobile industry, noting that solidarity was essential for addressing challenges and contributing to national economic growth.

    16 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Opinion: Scientific case for Ghana's proactive paternity testing

    An opinion piece responds to Justice Sedinam Awo Kwadam's critique of a proposed compulsory paternity testing bill, arguing that while the judge's criminal law objections have merit—notably that DNA tests establish only biological linkage, not intent required for fraud—there is room for a scientifically and legally coherent alternative approach.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 9 May

  1. Joy FM celebrates mothers with gifts, games at Crown Forest event

    Joy FM hosted a Mummy's Day Out event on Saturday, May 9 at Crown Forest, where mothers participated in adventure activities, a quiz session, and games, with prizes including souvenirs, gift items, and free stays at Crown Forest Hotel.

    9 May 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Gomoa Industrial Fair set for November 2026, expects over 2,000 global firms

    Ghana's largest industrial fair will be held at Gomoa Special Economic Zone from November 27–29, 2026, with organizers expecting more than 2,000 global industries to participate, according to Gomoa Central MP Kwame Asare Obeng.

    5 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Gomoa to host inaugural industrial fair in November 2026

    The Gomoa Industrial Fair will be held at the Gomoa Special Economic Zone from November 27 to 29, 2026, and is expected to draw more than 2,000 global industries, according to Gomoa Central MP Kwame Asare Obeng. The fair aims to attract firms to establish operations in the zone.

    5 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 4 May

  1. Mandatory newborn DNA testing bill threatens privacy and rights

    Gomoa Central MP Kwame Asare Obeng proposed a Private Member's Bill to criminalise "paternity fraud" and mandate DNA testing for every newborn in Ghana. The article argues this opens risks to constitutional rights, public health priorities, and digital sovereignty, noting no democratic nation currently mandates universal DNA testing at birth.

    4 May 2026 · Joy Online

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