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The Association of Former EPA Staff (AFEPAS) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the bonds of friendship, professional fellowship and mutual support among former staff of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), following a courtesy call and lunch hosted by Patron Dr. Edward Dwumfour. The gathering, held on Thursday, 20th August 2026, at Kitchen 7 Pot, Boundary Road, Lashibi, brought together members of the AFEPAS leadership and Technical/Consultancy Committee for an engaging afternoon of fellowship and reflection. Dr. Dwumfour, who served at the EPA before moving on to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and subsequently the World Bank, warmly welcomed the delegation and expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to reconnect with former colleagues.
The Association of Former EPA Staff (AFEPAS) paid a courtesy call on Akyamfour, a Patron of AFEPAS, on 22nd April 2026 in Kumasi.
The courtesy call formed part of AFEPAS's efforts to engage its Patrons, strengthen relationships and maintain meaningful connections with distinguished individuals supporting the Association.
Courtesy call to Akyamfour, AFEPAS Patron, in Kumasi on 22nd April 2026.
Members of the Association of Former EPA Staff (AFEPAS) attended the launch of the book The Last Dig – How Benjie Change the Galamsey Story , authored by Mr. Yaw Amoyaw-Osei , an AFEPAS member.
AFEPAS members at the launch of The Last Dig – How Benjie Change the Galamsey Story by Mr. Yaw Amoyaw-Osei.
The event provided an opportunity for AFEPAS members to support and celebrate the literary contribution of one of its members.
The book also provides an opportunity for reflection on the galamsey story and environmental issues that are of importance to the Association and its members.
The Association of Former EPA Staff (AFEPAS) held its 1st Executive Committee Meeting on Monday, 27th July 2026 at Accra Mall – KFC .
The meeting provided an opportunity for the Executive Committee to review the initial setup of the Association, discuss funding and partnership opportunities, committee restructuring, the proposed official launch and First Annual General Meeting, office accommodation and engagement with AFEPAS Patrons.
The Committee noted that GHC 10,000 had been raised as initial setup capital for AFEPAS. The funds covered registration, bank account arrangements, office materials and dedicated communication lines.
The Technical/Consultancy Committee is to be divided into sub-committees to improve effective and efficient work output. The Committee was also tasked to develop proposals for international and national engagement to support areas including capacity building, cleaner production and risk management.
The proposed dates for the official AFEPAS Launch and First Annual General Meeting are 22nd or 28th October 2026 in Accra. Proposed venues include Alisa Hotel and Fiesta Royale Hotel .
The Executive Committee will undertake courtesy calls on the Patrons of AFEPAS as part of the Association's engagement and relationship-building activities.
The meeting also decided that official letters of introduction and sponsorship requests should be sent to selected institutions. The Secretary is to draft the letters for signature by the President, Mr. Ebenezer Appah-Sampong .