The Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, Mr Shi Ting Wang, says China is the biggest foreign investor and trading partner to Ghana. He mentioned some China-Ghana cooperative projects as hospitals, schools, fishing ports, water projects, factories, power plants and scholarships. He said China’s support to Ghana was sincere and mutually beneficial without any strings attached, adding … The post China
Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia performed a ground breaking ceremony for the construction of a new Ghana Army Headquarters Complex at Burma Camp. The ultra-modern office complex will serve as the main administrative block to accommodate the entire staff of the Ghana Armed Forces, upon completion. Dr Bawumia also commissioned the new Army Headquarters Annex, … The post Vice
Mr. John Peter Amewu, Minister for Energy has hinted of plans by government to construct more mini hydro power plants across the country to add-on power supply from the national grid. He said the country was migrating to mini hydro power plants as a source of power supply for communities when the national grid was … The post Government to
They are ubiquitous, they are important, their work is essential to functioning societies, shining light on the activities of the powerful, wealthy and criminals. The work of investigative journalists around the world, despite being constitutionally acknowledged in most countries, has come under attack, even as there is evidence of democracy receding in many countries of … The post In
The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) in Wa East has urged public office holders to account properly to citizens as required by good governance practice to cut down on corrupt dealings in the public sector. The Commission is of the view that adequate accountability guarantees sustainability of institutions, communities, groups and organizations for better … The post Public
SEND-Ghana, a non-governmental organisation, has called on government to enforce bye-laws to properly regulate the fishing industry and reduce illegal activities. Nana Kwesi Barning-Ackah, a Field Officer of SEND-Ghana, said application of the laws had become necessary to ensuring that the fisher folk increased their yield. He made the call at a national dialogue on … The post Ghana
A soldier and a civilian employee of the Ghana Armed Forces allegedly linked to the alleged coup plot have appeared before the Kaneshie District Court. Colonel Samuel Kojo Gameli and Gershon Akpa are being held on the charge of possession of explosives, arms and ammunition without lawful excuse. The Court presided over by Ms Rosemond … The post Alleged coup plot:
The perceived or real excesses of Ghana’s political leadership can be well appreciated and contextualized if a system of validity is evolved to guide their actions, says the Director of Intelligence, Tema Port. Sheik Labaran Salifu Barry insists that Governments are tempted to take unilateral decisions because, as a nation, we have not developed a … The post Ghana
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has expressed disgust over incidences of sexual abuse, harassment, and defilement, being perpetrated by some teachers in basic schools. Mrs Freda Prempeh, the Deputy Sector Minister, condemned the act, and warned teachers engaged in the practice to refrain from that or be prosecuted. She was interacting with … The post Teachers
The Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana (PFAG) has emphasised the need for commitment backed by adequate funding to help transform the country’s agricultural sector for the benefit of all. Madam Victoria Adongo, Executive Director of PFAG, who made the call, said “unless there is really aggressive commitment to transform agriculture, there will not be much … The post Peasant
Data gathered by the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications shows a record of 2,000 fibre cuts across the country, resulting in disruptions in communication services. Out of the figure, Ashanti Region alone recorded over 370 fibre cuts, which was about 25 per cent and estimated at about GHC6million loss to the country. Added to these, the … The post Over 2,000 fibre
Data gathered by the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications shows a record of 2,000 fibre cuts across the country, resulting in disruptions in communication services. Out of the figure, Ashanti Region alone recorded over 370 fibre cuts, which was about 25 per cent and estimated at about GHC6million loss to the country. Added to these, the … The post Over 2,000 fibre cuts
The European Union (EU) has supported Ghana with €6,350.00 under the West Africa Competitiveness Programme (WACOMP) to strengthen her competitiveness in export through enhanced valued chain. The programme, which started in February, 2019, is a partnership between EU and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), coordinated by the Ministry of Trade and Industry … The post WACOMP
The Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana (PFAG) has emphasised the need for commitment backed by adequate funding to help transform the country’s agricultural sector for the benefit of all. Madam Victoria Adongo, Executive Director of PFAG, who made the call, said “unless there is really aggressive commitment to transform agriculture, there will not be much … The post PFAG
The New Juaben South Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) Mr Isaac Apaw Gyasi, has indicated that the Assembly would begin to crack the whip on those who dump refuse at unauthorised places. He said all efforts by the assembly to improve sanitation in the area is not working, hence people should be punished and held responsible … The post New Juaben Assembly to crack whip
Mr. Victor Anderson Hodibert, Head of Tourism Department at the Takoradi Technical University has called for the decentralisation of policies on tourism to commensurate with the tourism potentials in the various Regions and Districts. He said it was also imperative for the Regions to be empowered to develop their own policy framework for tourism development, … The post Decentralize
The Ya-Naa, Abubakari Mahama II, the Overlord of Dagbon has said he is committed to supporting government and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs)in the fight to end girl child marriages in the Northern Region. He said cultural practices that allowed child marriages were outdated and must be outlawed to give girls the opportunity to blossom to … The post Ya-Naa advocates
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) will today, September 28, hold its parliamentary primary elections in four constituencies in the Central Region. Delegates of the party would decide who would be contesting the Cape Coast South, Ajumako-Enyan-Essiam, Agona East and the Komenda-Edina-Eguafo-Abirem (KEEA) seats, which are all held by the opposition, National Democratic Congress (NDC). Mr. … The post NPP
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