Newmont Corporation in Africa with its Ghana operations (Ahafo South and Akyem mines) in the third quarter of 2023 paid GH¢ 810.70 million in taxes, royalties, levies, and carried interest to the government. These payments were made through the Ghana Revenue Authority, Forestry Commission, and Ministry of Finance. A statement issued in Accra by Mr … The post Newmont
Inlaks, a leading ICT infrastructure and systems integrator in sub-Saharan Africa, has announced the listing of its Dormant Accounts Management system on the Temenos Exchange, the partner ecosystem of integrated Fintech solutions. The Inlaks Dormant Accounts Management Solution is a robust and agile application designed to help financial institutions in re-activating accounts remotely in the … The post Inlaks
The government is committed to deploying targeted policy initiatives to diversify investor base, reduce external dependency and broaden market participation within the securities and exchange sector, Minister of Finance, Mr Ken Ofori-Atta, has said. He mentioned the development of the framework for domestic credit rating agencies, which would provide impartial assessment of companies and securities, … The post 5-year
Eleven hikers have been found dead near the crater of Indonesia’s Mount Marapi volcano after it erupted over the weekend, rescuers say. Twelve others are missing and the search was suspended on Monday after another, smaller eruption. There were 75 hikers in the area during the main eruption on Sunday but most were safely evacuated. … The post Eleven hikers killed as Indonesia
The death toll from flooding and landslides in northern Tanzania has risen to 63. In order to deal with the impact of the heavy rains, President Samia Suluhu Hassan is cutting short her attendance at the COP28 climate summit in Dubai. Homes, infrastructure and farmland have also been damaged. Massive floods are sweeping through countries … The post Floods, landslides kill dozens
MR Akwasi Oppong-Fosu, a former Minister of State, has reiterated that the values, attitudes, and behaviours of leaders are shaped by the broader social context in which they operate. This, he said is an attribute to the statement that “leaders are a reflection of their society,” capturing the essence of the intricate connection between leaders … The post ‘Values,
The President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has explained why he has failed to assent to the two bills which have been considered and duly passed by Parliament. The bills – Criminal Offences Amendment Bill, 2023, the Criminal Offences 2 Bill, 2023 and the Armed Forces Amendment Bill, 2023 – the President thinks are not in … The post Pres declines
Construction has resumed on the 10-kilometre Kotokrom-Yawhima dual-carriage road of the Sunyani-Techiman highway after contractors abandoned site due to lack of funds. Ms Justina Owusu Banahene (inset) briefing the press after touring the road project At least 4.8km stretch of one side of the dual-carriage road has been tarred. These came to light when the … The post Work resumes on Kotokrom-Yawhima
A nine-man Accra Great Olympics side suffered a disappointing 2-0 defeat in the hands of their city rivals, Legon Cities in their week 13 clash of the Ghana Premier League (GPL) played at Sogakope. Olympics thus dropped to the 11th position on the league table after 12 matches. They have an outstanding match against Medeama … The post 9-man Olympics lose to Legon Cities appeared first on
The Black Queens of Ghana would be in action today in South Africa when they take on Namibia in a second leg Women Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final round qualifier. The winner over the two-legs would secure qualification to the senior women continental showpiece in Morocco in 2024. The Ghanaians emerged 3-1 winners of … The post Black Queens aim double over Namibia appeared first on
On Sunday, the world observed one of the events on the global calendar – International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), which falls on December 3 annually. This observance is dedicated to promoting the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities and highlights the importance of inclusivity, accessibility, and equal opportunities for individuals with disabilities, … The post Treat
The 2023 Accra Seniors Tennis Open Championship ended at the Clay Court of the Accra Lawn Tennis Club on Sunday with interesting results. It had participants competing as social players, semi-professionals and professional players in several age categories. In the Men 25-34 years singles finals, Nicholson Nartey defeated Godwin Dankwa, 6-3 6-4, while James Wiafe … The post 2023 Accra Seniors
The Ghana International Trade and Finance Conference (gitfic) has called for debt cancellation for Ghana to give the country some financial relief. According to the gitfic, the growing public debt could dampen the growth of the country. Gitfic made the call during a discussion on its two latest research publications in Accra yesterday, and said … The post GITFiC calls for debt cancellation
The Resident Coordinator of the United Nations (UN), Mr Charles Abani, has urged the government to expedite the actions towards the passage of the amended Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) Act, Act 175 to ensure inclusivity. The act raises impact on rights to accessibility, education, transportation, and health care for Persons with Disabilities and the establishment … The post International
Erling Haaland could be charged by the English Football Association for criticising the performance of match officials after reacting to a controversial late decision by referee Simon Hooper during Manchester City’s 3-3 draw with Tottenham with a post on X saying, “Wtf.” Dejan Kulusevski’s 90th-minute header secured a point for Spurs, but City were denied … The post Haaland
An Accra Circuit Court has sentenced a businessman to four years imprisonment for stealing a 2015 Model Toyota Corolla Saloon car valued at GH¢127,000. Hope Elikem Afortukpe pleaded guilty to stealing and was convicted by the court presided over by Mr Isaac Addo. Prosecuting, Chief Inspector Jonas Lawer told the court that the complainant Patience … The post Businessman jailed 4 years
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