The Ministry of Roads and Highways has disclosed that the GH¢150 million allotted toward engaging and paying road contractors to patch potholes across the country is just one of many projects aimed at improving the country’s road network. The ministry’s head of public relations, Nasir Ahmad Yartey, explained that “the whole idea is to move […] The post GH¢150m
By Olutayo IRANTIOLA and Akeem AKINNIYI Since the unexpected emergence of COVID-19 which shook Africa’s health systems to its roots, governments, individuals, non-profit organizations as well corporate entities have continued to form partnerships to strengthen the continent’s health systems. These partnerships, regardless of size, are gradually bringing back the hope of stable African health systems […] The post
The Accra Academy Senior High School (SHS) is currently without power due to disconnection by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) over alleged unpaid arrears. Citi News‘ Fauzu Masawudu reported that as of 8:40 pm when he arrived, the entire campus was in darkness, with students using torchlights in their classrooms for studying. An anonymous […] The post ECG
Accra’s Mayor, Elizabeth Naa Kwatsoe Sackey, has commended J. Stanley Owusu Company Limited, an accredited waste management firm, for procuring three new fleet vehicles to enhance service delivery in waste collection, treatment, and disposal and elevate sanitation standards in Accra. The Mayor commended J. Stanley Owusu Company Limited on Wednesday when the fleet consisting of […] The post Accra
Some concerned residents of Aflao have issued an urgent call to the government to repair the Aflao-Dzodze-Ho highway. The highway, a vital lifeline connecting major cities and towns, has deteriorated to an unacceptable state of disrepair. This poses serious risks to motorists, hinders economic activities, and impedes the overall well-being of the communities it serves. […] The post Fix
The number of recorded cancer cases and deaths among women in Ghana is increasingly overwhelming. Research has shown that every year, 2797 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer, and 1699 die from the disease. Cervical cancer ranks as the 2nd most frequent cancer among women between 15 and 44 years of age. Other research works […] The post Remove import
Seven people reportedly died on Monday, February 5, 2024, when a truck ran over a mini-bus [trotro], on the Amasaman-Nsawam portion of the N6 highway in Greater Accra. Three others reportedly survived the accident. Due to the ongoing reconstruction of the Pokuase-Nsawam portion of the N6 highway, the mini-bus driver is said to have slowed […] The post Truck runs over
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Samuel A. Jinapor, has delivered a compelling address at the thirtieth anniversary of the Investing in African Mining Indaba held at the Cape Town, on Monday, 5th February 2024, with a resounding call to “Invest in the number one mining destination of Africa, the Minister showcased the […] The post Invest
The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) on Monday, 29th January, 2024 successfully held the maiden Open Competitive Tender for LPG imports into the country. The winning Tenderer submitted the lowest premium of USD30.39/MT for the four (4) Lots that were tendered for the period, March to June 2024. This is a significant drop from the current […] The post LPG importation now goes through tender process
Ghana has been lauded for its ambitious Free Senior High School (SHS) programme, aimed at making quality high school education accessible to all. Spearheaded by the government, this initiative has made substantial investments, amounting to approximately GH¢8.4billion, and has provided education opportunities to a commendable 5.7 million Ghanaians over the past seven years. However, beneath […] The post
One more person allegedly involved in the purported GH¢203,000 job scam case has been arrested and arraigned. Iddrisu Suka, who appeared in an Accra Circuit Court, has been remanded into police custody to reappear on February 5, 2024. The Court, presided over by Mrs. Samuel Bright Acquah, issued a bench warrant on June 19, 2023, […] The post One more person
Jean-Louis Gasset has been sacked as coach of 2023 Africa Cup of Nations hosts Ivory Coast two days after their 4-0 defeat against Equatorial Guinea. It was the heaviest home defeat in Ivory Coast history and they are the first Afcon host to lose two group games since they did so in 1984. The Elephants still carry […] The post Ivory Coast sack Jean-Louis Gasset as coach appeared first on The
Jean-Louis Gasset Africa Cup of Nations host, Ivory Coast, fired coach Jean-Louis Gasset yesterday after their humiliating loss to Equatorial Guinea, despite qualifying for the last 16 stage of Read More... The post Ivory Coast Fire Coach… Despite
as inflation eats away 92% of currency’s value since 2007 The cedi’s struggle to maintain value beyond the short term continues to raise concerns about the economy’s long-term transformation, financial expert Adjei Boateng has said. Mr. Boateng, a chartered financial analyst (CFA), highlighted the cedi’s significant devaluation, losing 91.6 percent of its value since the […] The post
Gregory Afoko, the farmer accused of murdering Adams Mahama, former New Patriotic Party (NPP) Chairman has, for the third time in eight years, pleaded not guilty to conspiring with convict, Asabke Alangdi, to murder the former New Patriotic Party (NPP) Upper East Regional Chairman. Alangdi, who has already been convicted on the charge of conspiracy, […] The post NPP
In a momentous debut at Accra Fashion Week 2023, Odefille, the epitome of urban C-Suite women’s fashion, ushered in a new era of style that seamlessly melded tradition and innovation, setting the stage ablaze with its captivating presence. Guided by the soulful tunes of the legendary Paulina Oduro, models graced the runway in ensembles that […] The post Odefille’s
Ghana defender Alexander Djiku says the team has to be more aggressive in their play as they seek their first win of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire. The Fenerbahçe player put up an outstanding performance despite Ghana’s 2-1 loss against the Blue Sharks of Cape Verde. His aggressiveness and zeal during the match earned […] The post We need
A parliamentary candidate hopeful on the ticket of the governing New Patriotic Party in the Bekwai constituency, COP George Alex Mensah (Rtd), has vehemently denied any wrongdoing that may affect his chances of winning the polls. He was involved in the controversial leaked audio scandal, where an alleged plot to oust the Inspector General of […] The post NPP primaries: ‘My
Some supporters of the Black Stars in Ivory Coast, who had previously threatened to return home due to unmet expectations, have each received an amount of $400. The passionate supporters, who were transported to Ivory Coast by the Government of Ghana to cheer the Black Stars at the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON 2023), […] The post Black
Rexona, Axe and Dove join as official sponsors of the tournament; activate contest to reward 3000 consumers In a game-changing partnership, Unilever Personal Care brands Rexona, Axe and Dove have been announced as the official sponsors of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d’Ivoire 2023 and TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations […] The post
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