Welcome to 2017. A year with glimpses of far-reaching technological milestones that will influence the way we live. Over the past decade we have been awed at how dynamically and quickly technology is transforming our lives and the world around us. Ten years ago the first generation of IPhones was rolled out, Facebook began its ... Welcome to 2017. A year with glimpses of far-reaching technological milestones that will influence the way we live. Over the past decade we have been awed at how dynamically

The 31st edition of the African Cup of Nations has been opened at the Stade de l’Amitie in Libreville, Gabon. The opening was done by Gabon President, Ali Bongo as well as his Guinea-Bissau counterpart José Mário Vaz. Among the dignitaries present at the opening of the African tournament was CAF President, Issa Hayatou. The ... The 31st edition of the African Cup of Nations has been opened at the Stade de l’Amitie in Libreville, Gabon. The opening was done by Gabon President, Ali

President Akufo-Addo’s nominee for the Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Shirley Ayorkor Botchway has said she will make the process of acquiring passports in the country easy if cleared by Parliament to be the minister. There have been several complaints about the difficulties in processing a passport which has recently led to the introduction of an ... President Akufo-Addo’s nominee for the Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Shirley Ayorkor Botchway has said she will make the process of acquiring

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) is alleging the murder of two of its loyalists after the 2016 presidential and parliamentary elections. The National Organizer of the party, Kofi Adams who made the claims said President Akufo-Addo must be held responsible. According to him, the President, who is also the leader of the New Patriotic Party ... The National Democratic Congress (NDC) is alleging the murder of two of its loyalists after the 2016 presidential and parliamentary elections. The

Adopting modern revenue collection systems and efficient use of tax revenue should be a priority for the GRA if it is to broaden its tax base. This is the advice from some tax analysts. The suggestion follow what the analysts believe is a drawback in attempts to widen the tax net and increase government’s revenue. ... Adopting modern revenue collection systems and efficient use of tax revenue should be a priority for the GRA if it is to broaden its tax base. This is the advice from some tax

A study of screen time and mental wellbeing among teenagers has suggested moderate use of devices may be beneficial in a connected world. The researchers collected self-reported data from 120,000 English 15-year-olds about their digital device habits. They found a “Goldilocks effect” where a few hours of device-use seemed to boost mental wellbeing. One developmental ... A study of screen time and mental wellbeing among teenagers has suggested moderate use of devices may be beneficial

The Gambia’s President-elect, Adama Barrow, has left the country after talks failed to persuade President Yahya Jammeh to step down. Nigeria’s president flew to Banjul to try to broker a deal but Mr Jammeh would not relinquish power. Mr Barrow is now heading to Mali, where he will meet West African leaders attending a summit ... The Gambia’s President-elect, Adama Barrow, has left the country after talks failed to persuade President Yahya Jammeh to step down. Nigeria’s

Harry Kane scored a hat-trick as Tottenham thrashed West Brom to make it six Premier League wins a row.   Spurs were superior throughout the lunchtime meeting at White Hart Lane, with only a fine display from goalkeeper Ben Foster preventing an even more embarrassing defeat for the Baggies. Kane became a father for the ... Harry Kane scored a hat-trick as Tottenham thrashed West Brom to make it six Premier League wins a row.   Spurs were superior throughout the lunchtime meeting at White

The Commissioner General of the Ghana Revenue Authority Mr George Blankson yesterday [Friday] commissioned an ultra-modern administration block and other facilities for the Ghana Revenue Academy (Customs division) at Kpetoe in the Volta region. The project; a hostel facility and an administrative block which started in January 2015 and undertaken by Maripoma Enterprise Limited and ... The Commissioner General of the Ghana Revenue Authority Mr George Blankson yesterday [Friday] commissioned an

A former Local Government Minister, Samuel Ofosu Ampofo has warned about the possible downsides of electing Metropolitan Municipal and District Chief Executives as promised by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government. “Already, we are living in a very polarized environment and one of the threads that have kept us together is our local government and ... A former Local Government Minister, Samuel Ofosu Ampofo has warned about the possible downsides of electing Metropolitan Municipal and District

The Minister nominee for ministry of Business Development Ibrahim Mohammed Awal has listed infrastructure, manufacturing, ICT and services as key areas his ministry will pay attention to when given the nod by Parliament. “The young people, boys and girls of this country need jobs; we can only do that through the private sector initiatives. We ... The Minister nominee for ministry of Business Development Ibrahim Mohammed Awal has listed infrastructure, manufacturing, ICT and services as key

Residents in the Kumasi metropolis today, Saturday thronged the streets to clean the city ahead of burial rites of the late Asante Queen mother. A directive from the Manhyia Palace ordered that all residents join in giving the city a face-lift in terms of sanitation. As part of the directive, all shops are to be ... Residents in the Kumasi metropolis today, Saturday thronged the streets to clean the city ahead of burial rites of the late Asante Queen mother. A directive from the Manhyia Palace

Actor, John Dumelo has established a fashion and cosmetics shop in Gambia. The actor made the announcement on Twitter saying: “[I’ve] successfully opened the first Jmelo shop outside Ghana. The amazing Jmelo shea butter now available in The Gambia. Gambia number 7289856.”   Successfully opened the first Jmelo shop outside Ghana. The amazing Jmelo shea ... Actor, John Dumelo has established a fashion and cosmetics shop in Gambia. The actor made the announcement on Twitter saying: “[I’ve]

Financial analyst and social commentator, Sydney Casely-Hayford has accused the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) of withholding the truth in the case surrounding a request made by former President John Mahama to retain his official bungalow as part of his retirement benefits. The former President following a massive public uproar withdrew his request for retaining ... Financial analyst and social commentator, Sydney Casely-Hayford has accused the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) of withholding

U.S. House Republicans on Friday won passage of a measure starting the process of dismantling Obamacare, despite concerns about not having a ready replacement and the potential financial cost of repealing Democratic President Barack Obama’s landmark health insurance law. The House of Representatives voted 227-198 to instruct committees to draft legislation by a target date ... U.S. House Republicans on Friday won passage of a measure starting the process of dismantling Obamacare, despite

The Ghana Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) wants the Finance Minister Nominee, Ken Ofori Atta, to fulfill his promise to halt any immediate increase in utility and fuel prices upon assuming office officially. The Chamber contends that the move if implemented, will ultimately save the businesses of its members from further collapse. Ken Ofori ... The Ghana Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) wants the Finance Minister Nominee, Ken Ofori Atta, to fulfill his promise to halt any immediate

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has assured Ghanaians of his administration’s determination to overcome the challenges that confront the country. Speaking at ‘Global Ministers and Wives Conference 2017’ hosted by the Church of Pentecost (CoP) at the Pentecost Convention Centre at Gomoa Fetteh in the Central Region on Friday, the President admonished Christians to allow ... President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has assured Ghanaians of his administration’s determination to overcome

The divorce of film star Johnny Depp and actress Amber Heard has been finalised after months of wrangling over the final terms of the break up. Depp, 53, has agreed to pay Heard $7m (£5.6m; €6.6m), which she says she will donate to two charities. Heard, 30, will get to keep the couple’s dogs, Pistol ... The divorce of film star Johnny Depp and actress Amber Heard has been finalised after months of wrangling over the final terms of the break up. Depp, 53, has agreed to pay Heard $7m (£5.6m;

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has arrived in Mali capital, Bamako to participate in the 27th France-Africa summit. This is his first official trip outside the country since his inauguration on January 7, 2017. The France-Africa summit is aimed at enhancing the integration process, collective action and cooperation for the common good of participating countries ... President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has arrived in Mali capital, Bamako to participate in the 27th France-Africa summit. This

PC gamers are the most die-hard of gamers, yet some of them shun Windows 10 for a perceived drop off in performance compared to Windows 7. Now Microsoft is promising to optimize gameplay with a new ‘Game Mode’ in its upcoming Creators Update. It’s extremely light on details, but a blog post by the Xbox ... PC gamers are the most die-hard of gamers, yet some of them shun Windows 10 for a perceived drop off in performance compared to Windows 7. Now Microsoft is promising to optimize gameplay