Ghana is still experiencing the ravages of the effects of illegal small-scale mining (Galamsney), the Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Sir Sam Jonah, has said. To that end, he has expressed concerns about the low media reportage on the menace. Speaking at the launch of the 75th anniversary celebrations of the Ghana […] The post Ghana is still experiencing ravages of galamsey
The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) is advocating for a 30 percent increase in transport fares to counter the rising operational expenses caused by surging fuel prices.
By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Ernest Addison, has called for further enhancements to the G20 Common Framework for debt relief, urging the international community to leverage the Global Sovereign Debt Roundtable (GSDR) to promote a rapid, transparent and equitable resolution of debt. The GSDR is an initiative aimed […] The post Governor
In anticipation of Mother's Day in May, gospel musician Padmore Abekah has released a soul-stirring anthem that pays homage to the exceptional women in his life--mother and wife.
Leadership of the Nungua Traditional Council during the late hours of Wednesday, April 17, 2024 stormed the Coconut Grove Regency Hotel in Accra to demand the release of their 16-year-old queen mother, Naa Ayemuede. The teenager is currently under state protection following a betrothal ceremony between her and a 63-year-old priest. According to them, they […] The post Alleged
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) will announce its judgment regarding George Afriyie’s disqualification from the 2023 Ghana Football Association (GFA) presidential race in May, according to a report filed by JoySports. According to the report, CAS indicated that its decision would be conveyed to the concerned parties either by the end of April … The post CAS to
All is not well in the camp of the Porcupine Warriors, Kumasi Asante Kotoko SC, as supporters intensify calls for the dismissal of the Head Coach, Dr Prosper Ogum, over the club’s poor showing. It was quite a scene at the Adako Jachie training ground on Tuesday, as a section of the supporters massed up … The post Kotoko fans disrupt team’s training ahead of Samartex clash
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament (MP) for Yendi, in the Northern Region, Alhaji Farouk Aliu Mahama, has urged party faithful to unite, so that the NPP can break the eight, in the 2024 General Election. “I want each and every one of you to be a campaign manager in your electoral area, … The post Yendi MP urges NPP faithful to unite for victory
In today’s world, conflicts between nations far away from others should capture the attention of even those that are not involved in them. This is because the repercussions of such conflicts can be dire on innocent countries. Today, among other factors, some nations are blaming their economic woes on Russian-Ukraine war and it is interesting … The post Address tensions in Middle East,
The United Kingdom’s British Museum (BM) and the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A), yesterday returned to Ghana 32 negotiated royal objects, taken from the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi during the Anglo-Asante Wars of the 19th century, including items seized following the Sargrenti War of 1874. Gold and Silver regalia among other items associated with Asante … The post 2 UK museums return Asante
The Ministry of Works and Housing has announced a call for investors to submit proposals to revive the Saglemi Affordable Housing Project, an initiative to deliver 1,506 housing units in the Greater Accra Region. This move seeks to engage experienced and reputable local and international entities, or investors to efficiently complete, and operationalise the project … The post Works
President Nana Addo-Dankwa Akufo-Addo and Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, yesterday inaugurated two key energy projects in the Ashanti Region to enhance energy supply to the middle and northern belts. The projects are the 110- kilometre natural gas pipelines constructed by Genser Energy in the Ejisu Municipality and the 250 megawatts (MW) Africa and Middle … The post President
Nine political groups have allied to contest the 2024 presidential election to break the dominant duopoly in Ghana politics from the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and National Democratic Congress (NDC). The alliance, spearheaded by the Movement for Change, a political movement founded by Mr Alan Kyerematen, a former Minister of Trade and Industry and a … The post 9-party
The Adentan District Court has sentenced a 31-year-old cleaner to 13 months imprisonment for stealing mobile phones belonging to a pensioner. Oliver Kwose, accused, who previously pleaded not guilty to two counts of unlawful entry and stealing when he first appeared beforethe court on September 15, 2023, was granted GH¢20,000 bail with three sureties to … The post Cleaner jailed
The Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Sir Sam Jonah, has expressed concern over what he perceives as a decline in media coverage of illegal mining activities, commonly known as galamsey. The senior statesman lamented the lack of attention from the media, despite the significant harm and destruction caused by illegal mining activities […] The post It’s
A witness, Dr Francis Baah, told the Accra High Court yesterday that he does not recall a meeting at the behest of Dr Stephen Kwabena Opuni to compel scientists to shorten the testing time of lithovit fertiliser. He was testifying in the ongoing trial of Dr Opuni, the former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of COCOBOD … The post I don’t recall meeting
The Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Sir Sam Jonah, has issued a solemn challenge to Ghanaian journalists, reminding them of their indispensable role in the country's democracy.
As Ghana’s cocoa sector is diminishing at a faster rate as well as coconut, the citrus and juice industry are likely to be the next game-changer of the country’ economic woes as it currently stands to rake in over US$300million per annum through the exports of these local fruits to the international market. This could […] The post Ekumfi
The National Labour Commission (NLC) has cited the absence of Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam as a reason for the government’s delay in addressing the concerns raised by three aggrieved pre-tertiary teacher unions. This delay persists even after the unions failed to reach a resolution with the government within a week following the suspension […] The post NLC
The implementation of the One Student, One Tablet initiative by the government has sparked criticism from the Minority in Parliament. They allege that the authorities responsible for the rollout have bypassed and sidelined the Education Committee, neglecting its role and input in the process. President Akufo-Addo revealed plans to distribute smart tablets to 1.3 million […] The post Govt’s
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