By Kizito CUDJOE Parliament has unanimously ratified a mining lease for the Ghana Bauxite Company, allowing it to mine bauxite at Awaso in the Bibiani Anhwiaso Bekwai Municipality of the Western North Region. The decision was made following a report presented by a joint Parliamentary Committee of Mines and Energy and Lands and Forestry on […] The post Parliament

The Société d’Investissement pour l’Agriculture Tropicale nv. sa.  (SIAT Group), in line with its business strategy of consolidation and expansion, is restructuring and merging its edible oil business in Ghana and Nigeria into one entity, Presco PLC. This would make the Ghana Oil Palm Development Company (GOPDC), Presco PLC and Siat Nigeria Limited (SNL) to […] The post

By Anne O. KRUEGER The World Trade Organization is among the greatest success stories of the post-World War II era. By establishing rules based on principles like nondiscrimination among trading partners and equal treatment of foreign and domestic goods, the WTO enabled international trade to flourish, with far-reaching benefits for economic growth and poverty reduction. […] The post

…FOCAC and global competition – (1) Starter “A stitch in time saves nine.” This adage underscores the importance of timely action, resonating deeply with Africa’s energy landscape. In 2005, a crippling power crisis left millions of Ghanaians in the dark, highlighting the urgent need for a reliable, sustainable energy source. Fast forward to today, Ghana, […] The post

Sweet melodies are running through the cultural hub of Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, courtesy of Berklee Abu Dhabi, a premier institution dedicated to advancing contemporary music, dance, and theatre. Established through a collaboration between the world-renowned Berklee College of Music and the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi, this institution offers a unique educational […] The post

iSmart International Ghana Limited, one of Ghana’s leading payment solution and mobile value-added services providers, has obtained an ISO 27001:2022 certification after meeting a very rigorous set of criteria for information security management. iSmart International, headquartered in Ghana with a branch in Cote d’Ivoire, specializes in providing seamless payment solutions and value-added services tailored to […] The post

Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) has deepened its dedication to improving the employability of South African youth by providing them with essential knowledge and skills and offering opportunities to showcase their abilities, establish a strong work ethic, and prove their value. The VWGA through the Youth Employment Services (YES) Programme, of the South African government, enrolled […] The post

By Rafiq Nungor ADAM In an exclusive interview, Professor David Millar – Vice-Chancellor of the Open University, criticised the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy for its lack of a review period. Speaking at a workshop organised by the Directorate of Research, Innovation, and Consultancy in Wa, Prof. Millar highlighted that the policy’s static nature […] The post Free

Preamble We, as citizens of Ghana, recognizing the enduring social contract between the government and the people as enshrined in the 1992 Constitution of the Republic of Ghana, affirm our natural and inalienable right to secure for ourselves and posterity the blessings of liberty, equality of opportunity, and prosperity. In this spirit, we reaffirm our […] The post

By Samuel SAM The Governing Council, Tamale Technical University (TaTU), has appointed Professor Bashiru Imoro Ibn Saeed as the university’s Vice-Chancellor (VC). He became the second VC since the institution attained university status after its conversion from a polytechnic. Prof. Bashiru’s appointment, which takes effect from July 1, 2024, will see him serve a four-year […] The post Prof.

…Exploring how public and private junior high schools are implementing the common core curriculum programme By Abenaa Amoanimaa  OSEI Ghana’s education system is undergoing a radical transformation, and the new curriculum reform is at the forefront of this change. As the world accelerates toward a future driven by technological advancements, evolving trends and innovation, countries […] The post New

The U.S. Embassy Accra with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) have hosted an intellectual property (IP) workshop, “Strategic Dialogue on Enhancing Patent Innovation Ecosystems in the United States and Africa,” for officials from Ghana, Morocco, Tunisia, Cameroon, Namibia, Rwanda, and Mauritius. The program highlighted the benefits of intellectual property rights (IPR) and […] The post

Ghana’s state security apparatus at the Port of Tema has once again tested its emergency response systems and interoperability in the recently organized exercise “kwemo ojogban” to wit “Be Careful”. This activity forms part of the port’s fulfilment of the ISPS code which requires member ports to partake in quarterly drills and annual exercises to […] The post

The Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority has provided justification for why foreign currencies are used during the calculation of customs values before these values are converted into the local currency being the Ghanaian cedi, for the purposes of duty payments at the ports and borders of entry. The Chief Revenue Officer at the […] The post Customs

A 9-member executives of the Regional Maritime University Alumni Association has been inaugurated with a charge to advance the school’s mission and strive to strengthen existing partnerships with stakeholders. The Acting Vice Chancellor of the Regional Maritime University, Dr. Jethro Brooks Jnr. in a speech said over the years, the school has produced a collection […] The post

In Sekondi-Takoradi, the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority has partnered the Ahantaman Girls Senior High School to promote environmental consciousness. In commemorating World Environment Day last Wednesday, GPHA led a tree planting exercise within the environs of the school. These include, Vietchia, Pride of Barbados, Hibiscus, Mahogany, Cedrella, Avocado and Coconut. In addition to planting […] The post

In the face of growing public outcry on the cost of doing business at the ports and borders of the country, the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is encouraging the trading public to familiarize themselves with the process involved in exacting import duties. Although a cumbersome and highly technical process, customs is […] The post Customs

The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) and GhanaWeb have agreed to build cooperation by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote the events and activities organized by GTA. The MoU signing took place at the Ghana Tourism Authority Head Office; and was signed by Akwasi Agyeman, CEO of the Ghana Tourism Authority and David Antwi, […] The post GTA, Ghanaweb partner

The CEO of the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA), Kwesi Baffour Sarpong has engaged top shippers in the Southern Zone to discuss costs and conditions at seaports, airports, and land borders. The meeting, held on June 5, 2024, was the third in a series following similar gatherings in the Western and Middle Zones. Mr. Sarpong highlighted […] The post Ghana Shippers’

In the James Camp Prison in Accra, Abdul Salam clutches the phone with shaky hands as his baritone voice is filled with emotion during a rare phone call to wish his dad Mohammed, a happy Father’s Day. “I want to wish you a happy Father’s Day. May Allah be with you and continue to make […] The post Telecel’s Cell Time connects families beyond prison