Barely 48-hours after Parliament adjourned sine die, the Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has sent a memo to the Speaker, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, for an extraordinary session of the House. The meeting, Mr Afenyo- Markin, MP, Effutu, explained would consider urgent matters including a US$250 million for the Ghana Energy Sector Recovery Programme, request for … The post Majority
An Anti- Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation (SLAPP) toolkit has been developed by the Southern Africa Resource Watch (SARW), to enable civil society organisations (CSOs) respond to SLAPP cases. SLAPP is a lawsuit that is intended to censor, intimidate, and silence critics by burdening them with the cost of a legal defence until they abandon … The post SARW, TWN introduces
Olivia Frimpong is a nursing mother who has been living alone with her grandmother at Afadjator in the Central Region of Ghana, since her mother died of breast cancer nine years ago. She says her mother, fondly called Manye found a lump in her breast more then two years before her breast turned sore, forcing … The post Unspoken struggles: Shedding light
Fan Milk PLC, Ghana’s leading dairy and beverage company, has sponsored ten street vendors to transition into full-time agents in a strategic move to create sustainable jobs within its value chain. The initiative is part of the company’s ‘Project Sankofa,’ to reignite the excitement associated with Fan Milk products over the past 64 years. In … The post Fan Milk establishes
The Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources has launched the Women in Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH)-WinWASH Network, urging stakeholders to reaffirm their commitment to ensure that every woman and girl has access to WASH services. Madam Jennifer Buabeng, Director General of Administration at the Ministry, speaking on behalf of the minister, emphasised that integrating … The post Sanitation
Olivia Frimpong is a nursing mother who has been living alone with her grandmother at Afadjator in the Central Region of Ghana, since her mother died of breast cancer nine years ago. She says her mother, fondly called Manye found a lump in her breast more then two years before her breast turned sore, forcing … The post Unspoken struggles: Shedding light on
Introduction maritime transportation is the backbone of international trade, handling most of the world’s commerce and ensuring the efficient movement of goods and commodities between nations. Seafarers are crucial to this network, maintaining ship operations, ensuring safety, and securing cargo. However, the industry faces an imminent shortage of seafarers, threatening global maritime stability. In response, … The post Enhancing
The European Union (EU) yesterday donated essential logistics and equipment to the National Security Ministry to support its fight against terrorism in the West African sub-region. The move formed part of efforts by the EU to further digitalise the Counter Terrorism Fusion Centre (CTFC) and law enforcement agencies in the Upper East, Upper West, Northern … The post EU donates equipment to National
Two farmer unions have called on the government to resolve the myriad of challenges in Ghana’s agricultural sector, rather than relying on Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) seeds as a solution. According to the Peasant Farmers Association Ghana (PFAG) and the Centre for Climate Change and Food Security (CCCFS), the introduction of GMOs in the country … The post Don’t rely
The Management of Accra Hearts of Oak has announced that the club’s new secretariat will be ready for commissioning soon. The project, which began in 2022 would serve as a hub for development, and community engagement, reinforcing the club’s dedication to fostering strong partnerships. Togbe Afede XIV, Chairman for Hearts of Oak, earlier this year … The post Hearts set to commission new
Promasidor Ghana (PGH), through its chocolate beverage brand, Twisco, has embarked on a 5.4-kilometer walk from Ayi Mensah toll booth to Kitase MA School Park, near Peduase Lodgeas part of its commitment to promoting the wellbeing of Ghanaians. Christened ‘Walk with Tisky’,theinitiative saw participation from staff of Promasidor,10 keep-fit clubs including Lakeside, East Legon, Westlands,Dodowa, … The post Promasidor
The young and enthusiastic U-19 cricket team of Ghana have left for Tanzania for the ICC U-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Africa Division 2 Qualifier. The championship kicked off yesterday and is expected to run to August 12 in Dar es Salaam. The 16-member contingent was made up of Team Manager, Seth Nti, Coach Francis … The post Ghana to face Mozambique
TCDA moves to regulate oil palm sector …begins registration of actors TO regulate and create a conducive environment for the growth and development of actors in the oil palm value chain, the Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) has begun the process of licensing and registering actors in the sector. The actors include aggregators, millers, refiners, … The post TCDA
It will be mere propaganda if anyone discounts the improvements in Ghana’s education sector over the last seven years under the Akufo-Addo administration. There is no doubt the transformation is evident in various areas such as the Free Senior High School programme and the increase in infrastructure. The government has every right to boast that … The post Give special education attention appeared
Adenta XI secured qualification to the round of 16 of the ongoing 2024 McDan Peace and Unity tournament, beating East Legon 3-0 at the Teshie McDan Sports Complex over the weakened. It was Adenta who had the first shot on target in the 25th minute but Samuel Kutsugah’s strike from behind the centre circle but … The post Adenta XI thrash East Legon in McDan Peace Cup appeared first
During his recent visit to the Bosoma Market in the Sunyani Municipality of the Bono Region, Mr Alan Kyerematen, the presidential candidate for the Movement for Change/ Alliance for Revolutionary Change, made two significant pledges aimed at bolstering the economic prospects of traders and the youth. Addressing a large and enthusiastic gathering of traders, Kyerematen … The post I’ll
A mobile App and a call centre to provide real time information on road maintenance to the Highway authorities was yesterday launched in Accra, by the Minister of Roads and Highways, Francis Asenso-Boakye. The App, Dubbed; ‘Maintain My Road, See it, Report it, Wemaintain it,’ would afford the citizenry the opportunity to take pictures and … The post Roads Ministry launches
Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has reiterated its readiness to partner the government and development partners to revolutionise the agricultural landscape in order to ensure enhanced food security, job creation, youth development and improved livelihoods. “We have the required technologies for this great transformation and are committed to work with government and development … The post CSIR
Bantama defeated tournament’s favourite, Amakom, 3-2 to win this year’s MTN Ashantifest Community Gala which ended at the Otumfuo Park in Dichemso on Sunday. The five-goal thriller was a delight to watch as both teams displayed some great football to excite the hundreds of supporters at the venue. The winners took the lead in the … The post Bantama wins 2024 MTN Ashantifest C’nity gala
Ghana has been awarded the hosting rights for the fourth edition of the African Women in Sports Association (AWISA) Elective Congress in November, this year. It will be hosted in conjunction with the National Olympic Committee and the government of Ghana. This was disclosed by the president of Women Sports Association of Ghana (WOSPAG) to … The post Ghana to host AWISA Elective Congress Nov 7-10
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