Former Communications Minister Ursula Owusu-Ekuful has defended the 2022-2023 SIM registration exercise, citing an 80% biometric match rate and challenging President Mahama and Sam George’s claims of a failed system.

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH With the global animation industry projected to hit US$953billion by 2034, Francis Brown – the founder of AnimaxFYB Studios – is calling for strategic investment in the creative sector, especially animation. He emphasised his call for urgent investment, saying Africa’s young population and untold stories present a “new gold” opportunity for […] The post Calls

…Enhancing earnings for partner couriers, convenience for Consumers Yango Ghana, part of global tech company Yango Group, has announced the expansion of its delivery services to Kumasi, the vibrant garden city known for its rich cultural heritage and warm hospitality. This strategic move not only reinforces Yango’s commitment to enhancing urban delivery ecosystem throughout Ghana […] The post Yango

The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, Dr John Jinapor, has delivered the keynote address at the ongoing Powering Africa Summit 2026. He described the timing of the summit as a truly critical moment, amid ongoing global energy shocks. He spoke about the real impact of rising oil prices on African households and economies, and […]

Two persons, including a nurse and an okada rider, have been shot dead by suspected armed robbers at Mpohor in the Mpohor District of the Western Region. Reports reaching Connect FM indicate that the assailants laid an ambush along the Mpohor road near the Awonakrom School junction, allegedly acting on a tip-off about a gold […]

A leading member of ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ashanti Region, Isham Alhassan, has delivered a heartfelt and inspiring message to Ghanaians, calling for unity, peace, and national renewal following the successful observance of Eid-al-Fitr. In his Eid message, Mr. Alhassan expressed profound gratitude to Allah for guiding Muslims through the sacred 30-day […]

The Deputy Minister for Transport, Dorcas Affo-Toffey, on Thursday, March 19, 2026, briefed Parliament’s Assurance Committee on key transport sector commitments. Key among her briefing included plans to install solar-powered systems in public buildings to support electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. Madam Affo-Toffey, who is also the Member of Parliament for Jomoro Constituency in the […]

The Office of the National Chief Imam has called on Muslims and all Ghanaians to safeguard the environment and uphold the spiritual lessons of Ramadan.

In commemoration of International Women’s Day 2026, the Business and Financial Times (B&FT) has unveiled a special collage spotlighting women who are driving growth and transformation across Ghana’s economy. The curated visual feature brings together accomplished women from diverse sectors including finance, technology, agribusiness, manufacturing, health, entrepreneurship and so on highlighting their contributions to innovation, […] The post IWD

Almost 15 years since the revolution in Tunisia, its capital is attracting visitors who want to be part of a thrilling, but fragile, creative blossoming.

The CEO of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Godwin Edudzi Tameklo has said that while the NPA continue to make progress in safeguarding product quality and strengthening consumer protection, there is also a need to candidly acknowledge the broader challenges that impact consumers. He referred to one such issue, the fuel price floor policy, which […]

The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has released data on the number of businesses operating in Ghana. What does the data say about Ghana’s open space and mobile businesses? The Integrated Business Establishment Survey I (IBES I) Reports, released by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), reveal a broader picture of enterprises in Ghana’s economy. For many […]

The Government Statistician, Dr Alhassan Iddrisu, has urged households in Ghana to strengthen financial resilience by managing spending carefully, rebuilding savings, and investing in skills and income opportunities linked to fast-growing sectors such as information and communication, transport and logistics, agriculture value chains, and digital services. He said that positioning household economic activities around these […]

The Gomoa East District Assembly in the Central Region will hold a Business, Artisans and Investment Expo from Sunday, March 22 to March 29 at Gomoa Ojobi in the Central Region. The aim of the event, which will be held under the theme: ‘Empowering Local Enterprises for Sustainable Development’, is to promote Made-in-Gomoa East products, … The post Gomoa East District Assembly

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has reduced its monetary policy rate by 150 basis points to 14 per cent, citing sustained improvements in macroeconomic conditions despite lingering global uncertainties. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) in its meeting in January cut the MPR by 250 basis points to 15.5 from 18 percent. Announcing the decision at … The post BoG Cuts Policy Rate to

The Member of Parliament for Ayawaso East Constituency, Baba Jamal Mohammed Ahmed has made a statement to underscore the essence of the Eid -Ul Fitr celebration and its importance to peaceful coexistence and national development. He described the day as the joyful end of a sacred spiritual journey, a time set aside for merrymaking, brotherly […]

The Country Director for Safe Water Network (SWN), Ghana, Charles Nimako, has assured that water from its treatment stations across the country is safe for consumption in the face of the decreasing water quality nationwide. He said the main source of their raw water is underground and the Volta Lake, which is not polluted. “Safe … The post Our Water is Safe for Consumption — Safe Water

The Rent Control Department has set April 1 for the full implementation of the Rent Act, 1963, as amended in 2020, warning that landlords who demand more than the stipulated six months’ rent advance will be prosecuted. The move forms part of efforts to enforce existing rent laws and protect tenants from the burden of … The post Collect 6 Months’ Rent or

The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has held a mission accomplishment parade for the Army Engineer Reconstruction Team (ERT) Company 1 (COY 1) following the successful completion of a humanitarian reconstruction mission in Jamaica. The parade, held at the 48 Engineers Parade Square, Wajir Barracks, Teshie in Accra on Tuesday, marked the return of the 54-member … The post GAF Holds Mission Accomplishment

The High Court of Justice, Industrial Labour Division in Accra, has granted an interlocutory injunction restraining the Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG) from continuing their strike action that began on March 9, 2026. The injunction was issued following an ex-parte application by the National Labour Commission, supported by an affidavit sworn … The post NLC secures