An environmental group known as The Environment Report is appealing to the Ada East District Assembly in the Greater Accra Region to immediately withdraw the eviction notice served to salt miners in the area. The group described the eviction of the salt miners, who had lived in the area for centuries and had been engaging […] The post Withdraw
The salt miners operating on a concession leased to Electrochem Ghana Limited for its salt mining operation have vowed to resist any ejection by the company. The resistance by the salt miners follows the Ada East District Assembly’s issuance of a final warning to communities around the Songor Lagoon, notifying them to vacate Electrochem’s concession […] The post Ada
The National Conference of Muslim Kings, Muslim Paramount Chiefs, and Imams (NACOKINGS) has expressed its unwavering support for the private member’s bill currently before Parliament, advocating for the extension of Muslim holidays. The bill contrasts with the current practice of only observing one day each for the two Eids. Francis-Xavier Sosu, the Member of Parliament […] The post NACOKINGS
Benjamin Kiplagat, who has represented Uganda at three Olympic Games, has been found dead in Kenya, with local reports saying he had been stabbed. Kiplagat, 34, reached the semi-finals of the 2012 London Olympics in the 3,000m steeplechase. He was reportedly found in a car with stab wounds to his chest and neck, near the […] The post Ugandan athlete stabbed to death in Kenya
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Parliamentary Candidate for Ablekuma Central, Jefferson Kwamena Sackey, on Saturday, December 30, 2023, brought smiles to the faces of Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) in the constituency as he donated wheelchairs and food items to over 300 PWDs as part of his Christmas celebration events. Jefferson Sackey, who also treated the […] The post Jefferson
The opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) is urging its supporters to work towards reclaiming power in the 2024 election to restore the country to a path of growth. They made this call during the 42nd Anniversary of the 31st December Revolution at Ashaley Botwe in the Greater Accra Region. The commemoration centered on the theme […] The post 31st
The full results of Democratic Republic of Congo’s election are expected shortly, with President Félix Tshisekedi enjoying a commanding lead over opposition candidates who have demanded a rerun. President Tshisekedi has received about 72% of the votes announced so far, and appears set for a second term. The 20 December election was marred by widespread […] The post Congo
The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has given assurance of his readiness to allow Muslims in the country an extra Eid holiday in the next NDC government. The former president expressed concerns about the inability of Muslims to fully enjoy their holidays due to the sighting of the moon. Mr. […] The post Mahama promises
A Tax Analyst, Francis Timore Boi, has lauded the government’s move to introduce the Vehicle Income Tax (VIT). The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) announced that effective January 1, 2024, ride-hailing vehicle owners will be taxed. However, this has been met with resistance from the Online Drivers Union, who lament that as key stakeholders, the GRA […] The post Tax
The 34th Africa Cup of Nations gets underway in Cote d’Ivoire on January 13 after being shifted from 2023 to 2024 because of the rainy season in West Africa. Holders Senegal will look to defend the title they won in Cameroun in February 2022, when the Teranga Lions beat Egypt 4-2 in a penalty shoot-out […] The post See the confirmed squads for 2023 AFCON appeared first on
2023 was marked by many headlines in the entertainment industry. From Mona4Reall’s alleged involvement in a romance scam to Afua Asantewaa’s attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the longest singing marathon. let’s take a retrospective look at some of the major stories that rocked the showbiz scene in the year. 1.Sarkodie buys Akwaboah’s […] The post 2023
BONABOTO, a non-partisan association of citizens from Bolgatanga, Nangodi, Bongo, Tongo, Zuarungu, and surrounding areas, has called on both the government and mining companies operating in the Upper East region to collaborate in the construction of an airport for the region. The group believes that such an initiative will not only open up the Upper […] The post Fund
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has urged Ghanaians to help secure a brighter future for the country by kicking out the governing New Patriotic Party in the 2024 polls. According to the NDC, Ghana’s current economic hardships were a result of mismanagement by the governing party. In a New Year message, the NDC General Secretary, […] The post Use
The management of the Perfect Peace Foundation, an orphanage at Amakom in the Kumasi metropolis of the Ashanti Region, has lauded an intervention by ASA Savings and Loans Limited to support the shelter needs of the home. The orphanage has been struggling to complete some facilities that will serve as shelters for inmates, a situation […] The post ASA Savings
The Executive Director of the African Center for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA), Dr. Rasheed Draman, has urged political parties to adopt deliberate grooming strategies to adequately replace experienced Members of Parliament. Some senior Majority Members of Parliament, including the Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, have signalled that they will not be seeking reelection in the next parliamentary […] The post Groom
The Gunners of the 66 Artillery Regiment in Ho have reaffirmed their commitment to upholding peace and security in the Volta and Oti Regions throughout the upcoming year of 2024. Despite sporadic insurgent incidents over the years, swift action by security forces effectively quelled any disturbances, ensuring the continuity of peace in the Volta and […] The post 66
2023 brought forth some impressive improvements in the craft of most Ghanaian artists, especially in the production of their songs. The year was marked by great hits from Black Sherif, King Promise, OlivetheBoy, Shatta Rako, Kuami Eugene, Mr Drew, Stonebwoy and Sefa. However, this article will focus on 10 Ghanaian artists who released technically stunningly […] The post 2023
The former president, John Dramani Mahama, has extended his congratulations to Ghanaian journalist and event organizer Afua Asantewaa Owusu Aduonum, following her quest to break the Guinness World Record for the longest singing marathon by an individual. Afua Asantewaa, who commenced her attempt to break the sing-a-thon record on Christmas Eve, concluded on Friday, December […] The post Sing-A-Thon:
Famed Ghanaian actor and movie producer Toosweet Annan married his longtime partner, Msflava on Saturday, December 30, 2023. The event was held at the Sui Generis event centre in Accra and was attended by close friends, family, and notable personalities from the entertainment industry. Notable personalities from the movie industry who attended the plush wedding […] The post Actor
The opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) will celebrate the 42nd anniversary of the 31st December Revolution today, December 31, 2023, at Ashaley Botwe old town park, Adenta, in the Greater Accra Region. The event is expected to be characterized by the lighting of the perpetual flame, laying of wreaths, and a durbar. The commemoration is […] The post NDC
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