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The Church of Pentecost

The Church of Pentecost — religious organization in Ghana involved in education, healthcare, and copyright enforcement actions.

2026-04-272026-05-22

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  1. May 2026
  2. April 2026
  3. Arnold Asamoah-Baidoo Renowned entertainment pundit, Arnold Asamoah-Baidoo, has applauded The Church of Pentecost for the arrest of Gospel Minister Francis Amo over copyright infringement.

    Daily Guide

    Francis Amo’s Arrest Commendable – Arnold
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Zoomlion Kenya advances Nairobi waste management transformation

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Zoomlion Kenya has announced significant progress after beginning operations in Nairobi's integrated waste management programme, focusing on emergency clean-up operations, infrastructure development, and long-term sustainability measures. The company is clearing approximately 109 illegal dumpsites and undertaking legacy waste evacuation to designated disposal facilities, while making improvements to the Dandora Dumpsite.

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21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Yesterday

  1. Zoomlion Kenya advances Nairobi waste management transformation

    Zoomlion Kenya has announced significant progress after beginning operations in Nairobi's integrated waste management programme, focusing on emergency clean-up operations, infrastructure development, and long-term sustainability measures. The company is clearing approximately 109 illegal dumpsites and undertaking legacy waste evacuation to designated disposal facilities, while making improvements to the Dandora Dumpsite.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Zoomlion Kenya advances Nairobi waste management programme a month in

    Zoomlion Kenya's Project Director announced the company has made significant progress a month after starting operations in Nairobi's integrated waste management programme. The company is clearing approximately 109 illegal dumpsites across the city and conducting large-scale legacy waste evacuation to Dandora Dumpsite while upgrading dumpsite infrastructure for 24-hour operations.

    19 May 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 18 May

  1. Religion's role in Ghana's moral health and national development

    Despite Ghana's strong religious presence, the country continues to face corruption, indiscipline and moral decay, raising questions about how faith can meaningfully contribute to national progress. Religious organisations have contributed to education and healthcare, but development requires ethics in leadership and public service beyond ceremonial worship.

    18 May 2026 · Daily Guide

Saturday 16 May

  1. Apostle Nyamekye urges Zoomlion Kenya staff to prioritise competence, integrity

    The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost addressed workers at Zoomlion Kenya's Nairobi facility, urging staff and management to prioritise competence, integrity, and faithfulness as the company deepens operations in East Africa, noting that sustainable development depends on sound governance, disciplined work ethics, and quality human capital.

    16 May 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 4 May

  1. Church Elder arrested as NAIMOS targets galamsey operation

    The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat arrested a Church of Pentecost Elder, David Bobie Peter, who was working as a foreman at an illegal mining site in Akyem Morso, Asante Akim District. During the operation along the Kume River, the task force dismantled eight Chanfang machines, four wooden gold-washing platforms, and seized twelve water pumping machines, though most of the illegal miners fled when security personnel arrived.

    4 May 2026 · Daily Guide

Thursday 30 April

  1. Pentecost church elder arrested for illegal mining in Asante Akyem

    The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat arrested David Bobie Peter, identified as an elder of The Church of Pentecost at Konongo, during a targeted operation at an illegal mining site along the Kume River near Juaso. The operation also resulted in the destruction of eight Chanfang machines, four wooden gold-washing platforms, seizure of twelve water-pumping machines, and discovery of a hidden excavator on a cocoa farm.

    30 April 2026 · The Chronicle

  2. Prof. Yankah criticizes Debrah's apology over CEO's church remarks

    Prof. Kwesi Yankah has criticized Chief of Staff Julius Debrah for apologizing on behalf of Ghana Free Zones Authority CEO Dr. Mary Awusi's comments toward a Church of Pentecost leader, saying government should instead focus on environmental pollution and illegal mining. Debrah wept during an apology at his birthday service in response to Awusi's confrontational remarks to Apostle Eric Kwabena Nyamekye over concerns about polluted rivers affecting baptisms in mining areas.

    30 April 2026 · Daily Guide

  3. Church elder arrested as galamsey foreman in Ashanti

    NAIMOS has apprehended Elder David Bobie Peter, identified as a foreman at an illegal mining site at Akyem Morso in Asante Akim South District, during a targeted enforcement operation along the Kume River. The task force dismantled eight Chanfang machines, four wooden gold-washing platforms, and seized twelve water pumping machines, though most miners escaped into the bush.

    30 April 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Gospel singer Diana Hamilton performs surprise visit at Lovereign Bible Church

    Celebrated gospel minister Diana Hamilton staged a surprise performance at Lovereign Bible Church, where she met head pastor John Winfred, founder of the Young Ministers Network International. The meeting came after a viral video showed Pastor Winfred singing Hamilton's songs.

    28 April 2026 · Daily Guide

Monday 27 April

  1. Entertainment Pundit Praises Church of Pentecost's Copyright Arrest

    Entertainment pundit Arnold Asamoah-Baidoo has commended The Church of Pentecost for arresting Gospel Minister Francis Amo over copyright infringement, saying the action serves as a deterrent to intellectual theft in the country. Amo was detained on April 20 at Accra Central Police Station following a copyright complaint over the song 'Ne Din Ne Jesus' before being granted bail.

    27 April 2026 · Daily Guide

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