The Cape Coast District Court has for the second time adjourned the case involving the killing of Georgina Asor Botchwey, a student nurse at Sikafuambantem, a suburb of Mankessim in the Central Region. The court says the decision is to give ample time to the police to conduct their investigation into the matter. The three […] The post Mankessim murder case adjourned again appeared
The Commissioner for the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ), Joseph Whittal, is calling national attention to what he says is the neglect of persons with disabilities and mental health conditions. Describing it as a matter of national security, Mr. Whittal, says the State has to prioritize their protection, particularly during national emergencies […] The post Neglect
The European Union has dismissed claims of a ban of Ghana’s cocoa on the international markets. The Information Minister, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, is said to have warned that Ghana could soon be unable to export cocoa and coffee to Europe due to new legislation. The law mandates European countries to formulate regulations that ensure that […] The post EU not banning Ghana’s
OccupyGhana wants a state of emergency declared in mining areas in Ghana because of the impact of illegal mining. In another letter to the President, OccupyGhana warned that “we risk losing our very essence as a nation unless immediate and radical action is taken, first to stop all unregulated and illegal mining.” The group also said […] The post OccupyGhana
The Office of the Vice President has denied media reports that his recent tour of the Northern Region is a subtle campaign. The Vice President on Sunday began a three-day tour of the Northern Region to inspect ongoing government projects, interact with chiefs and people and commission completed projects. But many have accused the Vice […] The post Bawumia not campaigning
During her first trip to the Ashanti Region, U.S. Ambassador Virginia Palmer met with his Royal Majesty the Asantehene, other traditional leaders, civil society, and U.S. government alumni in Kumasi. The trip reiterated the United States’ commitment to economic development, inclusive prosperity, and accountable governance in Ghana. “I’m thrilled to visit Kumasi, the historic capital […] The post U.S.
After three decades of prospecting, Ghana discovered commercially viable quantities of petroleum in 2007. Within 3.5 years, it exported its first barrels of crude oil. The progression from discovery to extraction and export was twice as rapid as the global average of six to seven years. The record speed is indicative of the significant political […] The post Ghana’s
Kim Kardashian has agreed to pay a $1.26m (£1.12m) fine for advertising EthereumMax on her Instagram page. The US Securities and Exchange Commission said the reality TV star had received $250,000 for advertising the cryptocurrency, without disclosing she had been paid to do so. She also agreed not to promote crypto asset securities for three […] The post Kim Kardashian pays
Kenya has authorised the cultivation and importation of genetically modified crops and animal feeds, ending a decade-long ban that had been imposed due to health fears. It comes as the country is experiencing a devastating drought. The worst drought in 40 years has left millions facing hunger. President William Ruto’s government has turned to genetically […] The post Kenya
The Liberian authorities have seized some $100 million worth of cocaine at a suburb in the capital, Monrovia, AFP news agency reports. The seizure was made on Saturday in Topoe village with help from the US international narcotics agency. Liberian Justice Minister Musa Dean is quoted as saying that a Guinea-Bissau national and a Lebanese […] The post Liberia seizes cocaine
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has directed the State Interest and Governance Authority (SIGA) to investigate the circumstances under which some state agencies were cited for infractions in the 2021 Auditor-General’s report. The President says SIGA must present its report to the Chief of Staff within four weeks. The President was speaking at a meeting […] The post Akufo-Addo
Rating agency, Moody’s has downgraded Ghana’s long-term issuer and senior unsecured debt ratings from Caa1 to Caa2 and placed the ratings on review for downgrade. Moody’s, in February this year, downgraded Ghana from B3 to Caa1. The agency contends that the further downgrade stems from the government’s decision to seek support from the International Monetary […] The post Moody’s
The Nkwanta South District Magistrate Court has remanded into prison custody, a driver involved in the alleged killing incident in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region. The court, presided over byJoseph Evans Anang Okrokpa, granted an application by police for the 43-year-old suspect, John Nana Sei, to be remanded. The suspect whose plea […] The post Nkwanta
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