In the past few posts, I have been sleep-walking from annual festivities, writing while picking my teeth, belching, and occasionally sniffing the aroma of roasted goat at my finger tips. Why not? A colleague once said Christ born in a manger should be a good advisory on what meal to promote at Christmas, and that […] The post Kwesi Yankah writes: The Dramani-WASSCE

Adansi Travels, a leading player in the travel industry in Ghana has embarked on a groundbreaking journey to revolutionize travel and elevate service delivery with the launch of The Adansi Travel House – a pioneering one-stop destination catering to all travel needs, both locally and globally. Situated prominently on the La-Bawaleshie Road, East Legon, The […] The post ‘The

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has welcomed Ghana’s agreement with its Official Creditors. This move paves the way for the IMF to review Ghana’s extended debt facility in a bid to disburse the next tranche of the $3 billion facility. In a statement issued after the announcement by Ghana’s Finance Ministry, Ms. Kristalina Georgieva, Managing […] The post IMF

The government has announced that it has reached an agreement with its Official Creditors in restoring debt sustainability in line with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme targets. The government is seeking to secure the 2nd tranche of the IMF bailout after securing the 1st tranche in 2023. The government embarked on a Domestic Debt […] The post IMF

Joe Jackson, Director of Business Operations at Dalex Finance has criticised the government’s decision to impose a 15% Value Added Tax (VAT) on specific electricity consumers. He described the move as “harsh” and argued that it disproportionately burdens low-income families. A January 1st letter from Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta instructed the Electricity Company of Ghana […] The post 15%

The ongoing repair of the leaking concrete roofs in the old “Gee” blocks at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) has achieved a 60% completion rate. This crucial initiative is part of the Asantehene’s comprehensive $10 million renovation and modernization project for the hospital. The successful repair of these roofs is a significant step toward the […] The post Asantehene’s

Veteran Nigerian actress Ngozi Ezeonu has quashed whispers of her passing with a vibrant online address, assuring fans she’s “very much alive and kicking.” Confusion arose from a recent Instagram post where the legendary Nollywood actress shared a poignant image of a half-burnt candle, a tribute to a dear friend she recently lost. Sadly, the […] The post I’m

Mybitstore Technologies has stepped forward to support Edward Jones, a resilient 7-year-old who tragically lost his parents at a tender age. Mybitstore, the best platform to buy and sell Bitcoin in Ghana, has taken on the responsibility of providing Edward with the care and resources he needs for dignified living. Edward resides in Korle Gonno […] The post Mybitstore

The Director of Communications of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Richard Ahiagbah, has urged Ghanaians to assist the Akufo-Addo-Bawumia government in working effectively as inflation has reduced. According to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) data released on Wednesday, January 10, food inflation stood at 28.7 percent, and non-food inflation was recorded at 18.7 percent. Inflation […] The post Inflation

Residents of Jisonayili, a suburb of Tamale, are in grief over the untimely death of a 7-year-old boy on Friday morning. The boy, identified by an eyewitness as Abdul, met his untimely demise while waiting for his father in the bucket of his Motor King tricycle in front of Jiso Plaza to continue their journey […] The post Tamale: Tipper truck runs over 7-year-old boy

Some youth in the Ketu North Constituency of the Volta Region believed to be members of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) have joined the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC). They stated that their decision was based on the incompetent leadership of the Auto-Addo-Bawumia-led government. The group made their announcement on January 11, 2024. The […] The post Mass defection

Newage Agric Solutions Limited, in collaboration with Greenland Seeds Limited and the Plant Protection and Regulatory Services Department (PPRSD) of the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MOFA), recently embarked on a seed training program for 67 youth farmers in the Volta Region of Ghana. The training, which took place from 18th to 22nd December 2023, […] The post Newage

A 40-year-old man is standing trial at the Asokore Mampong District Court for his alleged involvement in a car theft after National Security installed CCTV cameras captured him near a garage while the vehicle was being driven away. The accused, Osman Abdallah, is a former employee of the garage located at the Airport Roundabout, where […] The post Kumasi:

The Private Health Facilities Association of Ghana has issued a stern warning, declaring its intention to cease accepting Private Health Insurance soon. This decision stems from the National Health Insurance Authority’s failure to regulate Private Insurance Companies, resulting in arrears owed to its members. According to the association, this has resulted in their inability to […] The post Private

The Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, has launched a scathing attack on the incumbent MP for the Bantama constituency, Francis Asenso-Boakye, accusing him of corruption and urging delegates to vote him out in the upcoming New Patriotic Party (NPP) primaries. Mr. Agyapong, known for his outspoken nature, made the accusations during […] The post NPP

The Bimbilla Hospital in the Nanumba North municipality of the Northern region is celebrating a significant milestone: an entire year of zero maternal deaths in 2023. During 2023, the hospital successfully facilitated over 1,800 births without any maternal deaths, marking a historic achievement in 14 years. The Bimbilla Hospital has earned recognition as the best […] The post Bimbilla

The Consumer Protection Agency (CPA) has raised strong concerns about the Ghanaian government’s recent tax increases, calling them excessive and burdensome for citizens. According to the Agency, over 20 new taxes have been introduced just this year alone, creating a growing sense of “tax fatigue” among Ghanaians. In an interview on Citi Breakfast Show, CPA […] The post VAT

Founder of the New Force Movement and Ghanaian Entrepreneur Nana Kwame Bediako, popularly known as Cheddar or Freedom Jacob Caesar, has expressed dismay at the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) and the National Investigations Bureau (NIB). According to him, Shalimar’s deportation was unprofessionally done. He added that he could not witness the departure of Shalimar due […] The post Shalimar

Zenith Bank (Ghana) Limited has opened a new branch in one of the busiest districts in Accra, Madina. The branch which is the 41st business location to be opened by the Bank since its establishment in 2005 would serve the people of Madina and its surrounding communities. The new branch opening is in line with […] The post Zenith Bank opens new branch at Madina appeared first on

Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama, has declared his unwavering confidence in winning the upcoming December elections, stating that there will be no need to contest the results in the Supreme Court. Instead of legal battles, Mahama emphasized the importance of vigilance and collective effort within the party to secure victory. During […] The post 2024