In a ceremony held in Accra on Tuesday, December 5th, 2023, two MoUs were signed between the Government of Ghana and some development partners, pledging a total investment of about US$13.1 million in the agriculture sector, marking a significant milestone in Ghana’s pursuit of a resilient and environmentally conscious agricultural sector. The first MOU signed was between the … The post GOVERNMENT

Dr. Abed Bandim, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Bunkpurugu has allocated scholarships to 72 deserving students within the constituency, enabling them to pursue diverse courses in tertiary institutions. These beneficiaries span across the first, second, third, and fourth years in various establishments, including colleges of education, nursing training colleges, and technical universities. Funded from … The post Bunkpurugu

At least 250,000 people have fled fighting in a Sudanese state once seen as a safe haven for those es­caping the civil war, the UN said. The paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have advanced into the city of Wad Madani, in al Jazira state. For months, both the state and the city have housed large … The post Hundreds of thousands flee Sudan safe-haven – UN appeared first on

At least 127 people have been killed in north-west China in the country’s dead­liest earthquake for years. The 6.2 magnitude quake hit mountainous Gansu province around midnight on Monday (16:00 GMT), also shaking neighbouring, Qinghai. Fatalities may rise with more than 700 reported injured in icy conditions. Chinese President, Xi Jinping, has ordered thousands of … The post China rescuers

President Akufo-Ad­do is scheduled to launch the Evaluation of Ghana’s Maiden National Anti-Corrup­tion Action Plan (NACAP) at the Banquet Hall of the Jubilee House tomorrow Thursday, 21st Decem­ber 2023. NACAP constitutes Ghana’s National Framework to drive anti-corruption activities and pro­mote National development. It contains strategic action plans identified and agreed upon by stakeholders during nationwide … The post President

Tension and acrimony appear to be creeping into operations at the La Polyclinic in Accra, following a seeming management apathy over concerns raised by nurses at the facility over extremely difficult work schedules. Information gathered by the Ghanaian Times indicates that the nurses numbering about 25, are from the Out Patients Depart­ment (OPD), Emergency Room … The post La Polyclinic

Panellists at a forum on food inflation in Accra have called for the promulga­tion of consumer protection and marketplace competition laws to deal with unfair pricing of food in the country. They further advocated the introduction of a weight mea­surement system to check the discretion of market queens and retailers in determining prices of food. … The post Formulate

 The Ghana Standard Authority (GSA) has unveiled its new public utilities metrology laborato­ry facility at its head office in Accra, as part of measures to improve on measuring of the accuracy of metres in the country. The facility which is also the country’s first ever independent electrical laboratory will help check and ensure that electricity … The post GSA unveils first-ever

 Jhon Arias and John Ken­nedy scored in the second half to give Brazilian side, Fluminense, a hard-fought 2-0 win over Egypt’s Al-Ahly in their Club World Cup semifinal at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah on Monday. Coached by Brazil caretaker manager, Fernando Diniz, the Copa Libertadores champions will face the winners of Man­chester City’s … The post Fluminense

 Deontay Wilder believes Anthony Joshua does not ‘have the heart’ to fight him, but says a bout with the for­mer heavyweight world champions is closer than it ever has been. The pair are on the same bill in Saudi Arabia on Saturday and could fight each other in 2024 if they both win. “I don’t … The post Joshua don’t have heart to fight me – Wilder appeared first

 La Liga surprise package, Girona, beat Alaves to move back to the top of the table. Artem Dovbyk headed in their opener after Yan Couto’s shot was parried by Alaves keeper, Antonio Sivera. Portu doubled their lead with a strike from near the edge of the area following a cross by Couto. Manchester City loanee … The post Girona return to top of La Liga appeared first on Ghanaian

 The Northern Accra Diocese of the Methodist Church Ghana, on Sunday held a special thanksgiving service to climax its 5th anniversary cele­bration in Accra. On the theme ‘Discipleship; growing into Christian Maturity,’ the colourful ceremony brought together members from the 19 circuits in the Diocese including Bishops, Lay chairmen, and minis­ters of the Methodist Church. … The post Northern

 The Chief Bishop of the Faith Evangelical Mis­sion Worldwide, Bishop Bobby Harley Neequaye, has asked the church to relook at meeting the needs of the people in terms of their physical, material and spiritual developments. This, he said was the only way the church could participate and contribute meaningfully to the total and holistic development … The post ‘Churches

 Awulae Agyevi Kwame, Paramount Chief of Nsein Tradi­tional Council, has appealed to the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr John Dramani Mahama, to appoint more indigenes from the Western Region into his cabinet when the party assumes power on January 7, 2025. Awulae Agyevi Kwame made the appeal when former President Mahama called … The post Omanhene

Former national chair­man of the People’s Na­tional Convention (PNC) and convener of AriseGhana, Bernard Mornah, has expressed concerns about the excessive monetisation of Ghana’s de­mocracy. In an interview with Joy Prime’s morning show in Accra on Monday, Mr Mornah highlighted the nexus between corruption and the potential rise of terrorists in Ghana. He stated that … The post If

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) and Tecno Mobile GH have signed a pact to make the latter the official smartphone partner of the association. The President of the GFA, Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okra­ku, and CEO of Imax Media, Maxwell Tachie, signed for their respective organisations. Speaking at the signing, the Channel Manager at TECNO Ghana, Ernest … The post FA, TECNO sign deal to develop football

Ghanaian boxer, Seth Gyimah, alias ‘Freezy Mac­bones’ will mount the ring this weekend against a Senegalese opponent, Seydou Konate, at the Bukom Boxing Arena. The much-anticipated clash promises to be a thrilling spectacle, showcasing raw power, skill, and de­termination to defeat each other. It will be a repeat of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games qualifying … The post Freezy Macbones set for Konate

 Kumasi football fans would witness the joy and excitement that comes with the main Accra derby between Accra Hearts of Oak and Accra Great Olympics Friday at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium. The derby has been moved to the Ashanti regional capital as both combatants move their home games to Kumasi as events related to … The post Hearts, Oly clash in Kumasi Friday appeared first on Ghanaian

 The Minister of information, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has asked journalists to reinforce their commitment to professional­ism as they navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by the 2024 general elections. According to him, the role of the media in disseminating “accurate, unbiased and timely information” could not be over stated in a demo­cratic society like Ghana. … The post Journalists

Strategic Mobili­sation Ghana Limited (SML) says it is a com­pany providing revenue assurance and auditing services to the govern­ment of Ghana in the downstream petroleum sector through the Gha­na Revenue Authority (GRA). This, according to the Infor­mation Technology (IT) Systems Engineer of SML, Prince Sarpong, was done through installation of ultrasonic flow meters at all … The post We