The local currency – the cedi has witnessed an average depreciation of 6.2% against the three major trading currencies: the Dollar, Pound, and Euro according to the latest data released by the Bank of Ghana (BoG). The is a significant decline in the 22.3% average depreciation recorded as of March 2023. In its March 2024 […] The post Cedi depreciation averaged 6.2%
The latest assessment of Ghana’s external sector developments shows that the country earned $2.8 billion from its major exports in the first two months of 2024. On a year-on-year basis, however, the value of exports did not see any significant growth from the same $2.8 billion posted as of February the previous year. The figure […] The post Ghana’s
The military of the West African nation, which is plagued by kidnappings largely driven by demands for ransom payments, said 137 children had been freed in the country’s north.
No Ghanaian athlete has qualified for the Olympic Games to be staged in Paris later this year. After what looked like a successful African Games for Team Ghana, the downside however is that none of the times, heights or distances covered at Accra 2023 meets the required standard to compete in track and field at […] The post African Games: No Ghanaian athlete qualified
To enhance digital learning and educational access for Senior High School (SHS) students, the government has announced the upcoming launch of the One Student One Tablet initiative scheduled for Monday, March 25, 2024.
Founder and CEO of IMANI Africa Franklin Cudjoe has expressed concerns about the recent rift between President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and the Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin over the anti-gay bill. The President in a recent letter to Parliament requested them to desist from transmitting the anti-LGBTQ+ bill for his assent, citing court issues. […] The post Impasse
In recent years, Ghana has witnessed a surge in interest in online trading. There are many individuals in the country seeking to capitalize on the global financial markets and earn profits. To fill this gap, many brokers have emerged in the country offering different kinds of trading platforms and tools. Among the various platforms available, … The post Best Tradingview Brokers in Ghana –
The Office of the Attorney-General has called on Franklin Cudjoe, President of IMANI Africa, to cease his criticisms against the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame, and instead focus on presenting factual information. Cudjoe’s recent social media post urged Attorney-General Godfred Yeboah Dame to issue an unreserved apology to the people of […] The post Stop
The Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice has announced the death of its Deputy Commissioner, Mr. Richard Ackom Quayson. The death was announced in a notice dated March 22, 2024, and signed by Mr. Henry Ashley, the Director of Human Resources and Administration, on behalf of the Commissioner. The notice, made available to the […] The post Deputy CHRAJ
Russia is observing a day of mourning after at least 133 people were killed on Friday evening in an attack at a packed concert venue in Moscow. Flags are flying at half mast, many events have been cancelled and TV channels have updated their schedules. More than 140 people were also injured when gunmen entered […] The post Moscow attack: Day of mourning
King Charles III is “so proud of Catherine for her courage” in speaking about her treatment for cancer, Buckingham Palace has said. The King, who has been diagnosed with cancer himself, is in the “closest contact with his beloved daughter-in-law”, a short statement read. Support has poured in for the Princess of Wales, who described […] The post King hails
Ghanaian artist, Sharon Dede Padiki has completed her seven days record attempt for the longest painting by an individual. Sharon after her attempt at the Accra Tourist Information Centre surpassed the current record of 100 hours clinching an impressive 168 hours on March 22, 2024. She created 145 paintings showcasing her exceptional talent and endurance […] The post Paint-a-thon:
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Independent Power Generators, Ghana (IPGG), Dr. Elikplim Kwabla Apetorgbor, has appealed to the Ministry of Energy to reconsider its decision to reject their request to include them in the Cash Waterfall Mechanism Committee. The IPGG said that the earlier appeal to be included was rejected by the Ministry. […] The post Independent
The Chief Executive Officer of the Independent Power Generators Ghana (IPGG) Dr. Elikplim Kwabla Apetorgbor, has said that the financial woes of IPPs posed a dire threat to the country’s energy landscape. As key contributors to the national grid, he said, their instability jeopardized not just the sector’s sustainability but also the economic stability and […] The post We
Ghana coach Otto Addo has warned against complacency ahead of the Black Stars’ clash with Uganda on Tuesday. The Black Stars fell to Nigeria with a 2-1 defeat on Friday in Morocco and are set to seek redemption against Uganda to wrap up the March international break. Ahead of the game, Otto Addo cautioned against […] The post We have to get a good plan for Uganda – Otto Addo first
The 2023 African Games witnessed a heartwarming display of sportsmanship and cultural harmony as Ghanaian boxing fans from Bukom stole the spotlight by serenading Zambian gold medalist, Patrick Chinyemba, with their own rendition of the Zambian anthem. Despite Theophilus Allotey’s semifinal defeat to Chinyemba in the Men’s 51kg category, settling for a bronze medal, the […] The post African
President Nana Akufo-Addo has expressed satisfaction over the conclusion of the 2023 All African Games, asserting that those who called for the event’s postponement have been proven wrong. In his congratulatory message to Ghanaians following the conclusion of the games, President Akufo-Addo extended gratitude to the nation for its unwavering support and trust in the […] The post Accra
Gunmen rode through the school in Kuriga in north-western Nigeria seizing children as young as eight.
Franklin Cudjoe, the founder and CEO of IMANI Africa, has called on Attorney-General Godfred Yeboah Dame to render an unqualified apology to the people of SALL for failing to seek justice for them. It would be recalled that during the 2020 polls, eligible voters within areas in the newly created district; namely Santrokofi, Akpafu, Likpe, […] The post Apologize
After a thrilling three weeks of big highs and barely any lows, hearts were crashed, dreams were made, and smiles were seen as wide as the ocean and medals, tons of them won by athletes for self and national pride. One could not have asked for a better African Games tournament as curtains draw down […] The post Accra 2023: 13th African Games ends in grand style appeared first
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