Canan, a name that evokes images of a promised land in the Bible. But for the people of Canan, a small island community in the Afram Plains, Eastern Region of Ghana, the reality is quite the opposite. Canan’s estimated population of 1,000 predominantly immigrant residents from Ningo Prampram is struggling with a lack of essential […] The post E/R:
The World Bank has recently released its April 2024 Commodity Outlook Report, which predicts a substantial drop in global food prices in 2024, with a projected 6 per cent decrease, followed by an additional 4 per cent decline in 2025. This decrease is mainly attributed to lower prices for grains, oils, and meals, while other […] The post World Bank predicts
Three years ago, when Bukom Square received an Astroturf pitch, audience stands, and floodlights for nighttime play, the community was elated. It was a moment of pride and excitement. Finally, they had a proper venue to nurture football talent, much like they had done for boxing over the years. The Astroturf quickly became the heart […] The post VIDEO: From promise to decay: The sad
Source: GNA The Ghana National Association of Poultry Farmers (GNAPF) says the industry needs a $100 million capital injection to be revitalized. According to the association, the funds will go toward the purchase of modern technology and services such as hatchery, feed production, processing, and marketing. Mr Victor Oppong Adjei, President of GNAPF, said this during […]
The lights are let out Electricity Comes and Goes It’s Either Candle or Generator It’s either torchlight or daylight It’s a grim message to dim our lights A sunny message of light Beautifully presented by mother nature So to dim a crisis of power And prices of power Power that came from energy Energy that […] The post Poetry Corner: Let There Be Light appeared
Nigeria has recovered 30bn naira ($24m; £19m) as part of an ongoing corruption probe into a suspended minister, the financial watchdog says. The funds were traced to more than 50 bank accounts, it said. Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation Minister Betta Edu was initially suspended in January over the alleged diversion of $640,000 of public […] The post Betta
The Member of Parliament for Asunafo South, Eric Opoku, has asserted that the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has incurred losses since President Akufo-Addo assumed office. He attributed these losses to the poor performance of the Akufo-Addo-Bawumia government, which has been in power since 2017. During an interview with Bernard Avle on the Point of View […] The post COCOBOD
The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has expressed dismay over the sudden reversal of the Price Stabilization and Recovery Levy on petroleum products by the National Petroleum Authority (NPA). The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) on April 4, 2024, instructed all Oil Marketing Companies and related stakeholders to impose a levy of 16 pesewas per […] The post Suspension
Government in consultation with stakeholders in the cocoa sector, has reviewed the producer price for cocoa upwards, as a bag of the cash crop is pegged at GHC2,070, effective today, Monday, April 5. This means that the new price will be in force for the rest of the 2023–2024 cocoa season. The Ghana Cocoa Board […] The post Gov’t increases cocoa price to GHC2,070 per bag first appeared on
The National Theatre will partner a group of seasoned poets to commemorate this year’s World Poetry Day with selected schools in Accra on March 21. UNESCO first adopted March Read More... The post National Theatre Celebrates World Poetry Day appeared first on
By Cina Lawson and Rory Stewart For decades, the international community has grappled with the challenge of ending extreme poverty, which is the leading Sustainable Development Goal for 2030. Despite some progress, we remain far off track, with an estimated 700 million people still struggling to survive on less than $2.15 per day. Unlike in […] The post A
Two men proposed to marry her No option she had but to bow to the offer Two men promised to love her She said the promises were good enough for her Two men sounded quite convincing She was ready to feel how convincing Two men asked for time and patience She was calm and […] The post Poetry Corner : The Demon’s Crazy Mess appeared first on
Mr Michael Kwame Boadi, Fundraising Manager at Ghana Integrity Initiative (GII) has expressed fear that the integrity of the 2024 elections could be compromised if the monetisation of political campaign in the country is not checked. To him, monetisation of political campaigns in the country could deny the citizens free and fair elections. According to […] The post Monetisation
So the chiming clock And the timing hour hand Sent every dozing eye to sleep land And oh nature had called at an hour so odd A call he must honour…at all cost At an hour he did not suspect…he had received nature’s call At a place he did not respect…he had answered […] The post Poetry Corner: Waste Mismanagement appeared first on
#Price #Weight #Shrinkflation #TurningTheCorner What do all the macroeconomic numbers and jargon have to do with the price of kenkey? Here it is: From a turbulent beginning that saw two price increases within six months, the kenkey market had stabilized by the end of 2023. Four-cedi kenkey dominates, five-cedi kenkey is here to stay, and […] The post The Kenkey
The Greater Accra Regional Poultry Farmers Association is calling on the Ministry of Food and Agriculture for support in reducing maize prices. During an award ceremony of the Association, the Chief Executive Officer for the Association, Isaac Awuaah, revealed that there has been a price increase in the feeding of poultry, making it a challenge […] The post Poultry
Dear Inspector-General of Police, First off, I hope this letter finds you in high spirits and excellent health. I am writing to extend my warmest congratulations on the remarkable effort and effective strategy employed by the Ghana Police Service under your leadership during the just-ended Christmas holidays. As a journalist who closely observes societal issues […] The post Journalists writes to IGP Dampare
In a bid to celebrate Ghanaian culture and heritage, the Adinkra Poetry Prize has announced its call for submissions for the 2024 edition. This year, the competition focuses on three selected Adinkra symbols, including Fihankra, Nkyinkyim, and Mate Masie. The esteemed panel of preliminary judges includes Emma Ofosua, Apiorkor, and Ko-jo Cue, with Professor Esi […] The post Adinkra
Celebrated Ghanaian songstress Adina Thembi has visited the Akwaaba Village to show her love and support to Afua Asantewaa as she embarks on her journey to hoist the flag of Ghana with her attempt to break and set a new Sing-a-thon record. The record is held by Indian Sunil Waghmare, who earned the milestone after […] The post GWR Sing-A-thon: Adina visits
The National Film Authority is intensifying its drive to boost Ghanaian films with Ghana Cinema Week. Launched to celebrate Ghanaian cinema and reignite the love for going to the movies, the event drew crowds of movie enthusiasts, producers, and directors to the Silverbird Cinema. Speaking to Citi News, Kofi Adinkra, the Head of Business Development […] The post National Film
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