In the wake of recent internet disruptions, the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has been compelled to address concerns regarding the erroneous imposition of E-Levy on certain electronic transactions. According to the GRA, the interruption in internet connectivity impacted the real-time routing of electronic transactions to the Electronic Transfer Levy Management and Assurance System (ELMAS), prompting […] The post Internet
Despite mounting atrocities in Gaza, the U.N Security Council remains deadlocked. Russia and China on Friday (Mar. 22) vetoed a U.S. resolution that determined the imperative of an immediate and sustained cease-fire”. The vote in the 15-member Security Council was 11 members in favour and three against, including Algeria, the Arab representative on the council. […] The post Gaza war:
Shareholders of MTN Ghana have approved a total dividend of GH? 2.31bn for the 2023 financial year. This follows the recommendation of the Board for a final dividend of GH? 0.175 per0. share to reflect the robust performance of the company for the year. The total dividend for the 2023 financial year will be 0.225 […] The post MTN Ghana to pay ¢2.316bn as
The Electoral Commission of Ghana has clarified concerns about the security of their Biometric Verification Devices (BVDs) following recent speculations from a circulating memo titled “Return of biometric verification devices” which was reportedly signed by the Deputy Chairman of Operations. EC, in a memo dated Thursday, March 7 directed its regional offices to return all […] The post EC
The Director-General of the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), Ing. David Osafo Adonteng, has reiterated that ‘Okada’ operations remain illegal. This statement follows promises made by the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress, John Mahama, that he would legalise the operations of commercial motorbikes popularly known as okada when he interacted with residents of Worawora […] The post ‘Okada’
To understand how much the US government’s new lawsuit strikes at the heart of the identity Apple has forged for itself, let’s first consider the firm’s fanbase. Apple has a unique position as a tech brand. I’ve sat through a lot of Apple events in my time, both virtually and in person, and one thing […] The post Apple becomes the latest tech giant under
The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has disclosed that road crashes for the first two months of January and February 2024 saw a slight increase. The Director-General of the NRSA, Ing. David Osafo Adonteng, at the launch of the 2024 Road Safety Easter Campaign, disclosed that 2,260 road crashes were reported involving 3,910 vehicles, with […] The post 369
A million people are without power across Ukraine after Russian missiles targeted energy infrastructure. There is no electricity in the second-largest city of Kharkiv, the regional head says, and more than 53,000 households in Odesa are without power. Ukraine’s energy minister, German Galushchenko, accused Russia of trying to provoke “a large-scale failure of the country’s […] The post Ukraine
The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has indicated that findings from the 2022 Ghana Demographic and Health Survey (GDHS) indicate that one in every five (19.1%) persons in Ghana did not have enough drinking water in the month preceding the survey. In the Northern Region, which recorded the highest percentage, one in every three (32.1%) persons […] The post 1 in 5 Ghanaians
One of the most respected actresses of our time Martha Ankomah has called for assistance from the National Film Authority (NFA) in getting Ghanaian movies onto major streaming platforms like Amazon and Netflix. The National Film Authority on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, organized the inaugural Film Investment Breakfast Meeting at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel. The […] The post “Help
Leading communications and broadcasting company, Global Media Alliance, successfully hosted a thought-provoking thought leadership event for the women in the organization as part of the International Women’s Month activities. The event, centered on the theme “Inspire Inclusion” held on 20th March, 2024 at Silverbird Cinemas, featured esteemed panellists who shared valuable insights and experiences to […] The post Global
Algeria will hold its presidential election on Sept. 7, giving President Abdelmajid Tebboune more than five months to campaign should he decide to seek a second term leading the oil-rich North African nation. The presidency announced the date in a statement Thursday after meeting with a group that included high-ranking members of Parliament and the […] The post Algeria to
Large areas of Ukraine are suffering blackouts after Russian missiles targeted energy infrastructure. Fifteen blasts were reported in the second-largest city, Kharkiv, said the mayor, while more than 53,000 households in Odesa were without power. Ukraine’s energy minister, German Galushchenko, accused Russia of trying to provoke “a large-scale failure of the country’s energy system”. A […] The post Blackouts
Legendary Ghanaian songstress, Becca has penned an emotional message after releasing her new single dubbed ‘’Makoma’’ ‘’Makoma’’, released on Friday, March 22, is a mid-tempo highlife song that celebrates love. The feel-good track encourages listeners to wear their hearts on their sleeves and express their deepest affection. Before the release of the song, Becca, known […] The post “Sorry
Legendary Ghanaian songstress, Becca has penned an emotional message after releasing her new single dubbed ‘’Makoma’’ ‘’Makoma’’, released on Friday, March 22, is a mid-tempo highlife song that celebrates love. The feel-good track encourages listeners to wear their hearts on their sleeves and express their deepest affection. Before the release of the song, Becca, known […] The post “Sorry
The Executive Director (ED) for the Center for National Distance Learning and Open Schooling (CENDLOS), Nana Gyamfi Adwabour has revealed that 15 Senior High Schools (SHSs) across the country will be the beneficiaries of the first phase of the Ghana Smart Schools Project. The project, which is set to be launched by President Nana Addo […] The post 15 schools
In a bid to eliminate child labour in Ghana, the government and several multinational organizations have initiated a two-year project aligned with the 8.7 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The project, which is the second phase of an ongoing initiative, aims to eradicate the worst forms of child labour by 2025. It will focus on supply […] The post ILO,
Famous Ghanaian songstress Becca is back. After a nearly 7-year hiatus, she’s blessing our ears with a brand new song titled “Makoma.” This mid-tempo highlife track is a celebration of love, urging listeners to express their deep affection for their partners wholeheartedly. “Makoma” isn’t just a song, it’s a production powerhouse. Iconic Ghanaian sound engineer […] The post Becca
Three persons have been arrested in Bole for allegedly setting several houses in Bole ablaze. The three were detained for burning houses belonging to the Jahori tribe after a conflict broke out between the Bole overlord and the Jahori tribe. This conflict stems from a longstanding dispute over land between the Bole community and the […] The post Police arrest three
The Savannah Regional Director of the Ghana Health Service, Dr. Josephant Ana-Imwine Nayuzaghl, has bemoaned the inadequate number of medical doctors in the region. He expressed his lamentation in an address at the 2023 annual performance review meeting of the service on March 20, 2024, at the Catholic Guest House in Damongo. According to him, […] The post Health
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