The Director of Research at the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA), Dr John Kwakye, has welcomed the promise by the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia to ensure 100 percent Ghanaian ownership of natural resources. He said the IEA will follow this promise to ensure that it does not […] The post IEA’s Kwakye welcomes Bawumia’s
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has called for greater levels of cooperation and collaboration among the broad spectrum of global maritime stakeholders. “No nation can afford to do it alone. Ghana, being cognizant of her responsibilities as a coastal state, is playing her part in collaborating with the international maritime community towards enhancing maritime security […] The post Greater
Tesla (TSLA.O) has backed away from an ambitious plan for innovations in gigacasting, its pioneering manufacturing process, according to two sources familiar with the matter, in another sign that the electric-vehicle maker is retrenching amid falling sales and rising competition.Tesla has been a leader in gigacasting, a cutting-edge technique that uses huge presses with thousands … The post Exclusive:
Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has asked the Director General of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah to resign from her post following how the case involving former Minister of Sanitation and Water Resources Cecicilai Aena Dapaaah has been handled. Kpebu raised concerns about the conduct of the EOCO while speaking […] The post Cecilia Dapaah case: EOCO
At least 10 people have died and more than 20 are missing after storms caused flooding in the southern Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul. Helicopters are flying over the region searching for people who have been left stranded. In some areas, the flooding is so severe that helicopters have been unable to land […] The post Brazil floods: Residents stranded
By Mohammed AWAL ([email protected]) Kenyan Airways (KQ) has expressed interest in collaborating with Ghana to establish its national carrier. Kenya Airways Chief Executive Officer, Allan Kilavuka, states that Ghanaian authorities are aware of the East African carrier’s interest in aiding the revival of the country’s national carrier. Such a collaboration could lead to improved connectivity […] The post
Uber is facing a multi-million pound lawsuit being brought on behalf of almost 11,000 London black cab drivers, in the latest challenge to the firm in the UK capital. The claimants allege that in order to obtain a licence to operate in the city, the ride-hailing giant deliberately misled Transport for London (TfL) about how […] The post Uber faces £250m London black cab drivers
Lebanese Ambassador, Maher Kheir, has noted the strong historical and cultural links that Lebanon and the Francophone community share. He made the observation when the Embassy of Lebanon held a remarkable music and arts show dubbed “Francophone Voices” to commemorate this year’s Francophonie Festival. In line with activities for this year’s Francophonie Festival, which is … The post Francophonie
By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The real estate industry is undergoing a significant transformation with the establishment of the Real Estate Agency Council. The council, which commenced operations with the opening of its headquarters in Accra, aims to bring much-needed order, stability and professionalism to the sector. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, the Minister for Works […] The post Real
Lance Corporal Enoch Danso of the Ghana Armed Force (GFA), was on Tuesday shot dead in front of Kasoa Millennium City Police Station, in the Gomoa East District of the Central Region. The soldier, stationed at the Burma Camp Base Workshop, was shot dead by Benlord Ababio, believed to be Gyasehene of Millennium City, over … The post Soldier shot dead at Kasoa
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has attributed the power outages being experienced in parts of Accra to the flooding of seven substations after the rains on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. ECG in a press release on Thursday, May 2, indicated that the substations which included Burma Camp L, Station H -Dzorwulu, Gbawe, and four […] The post ECG blames
Over the past week, the Ghana Health Service (GHS) has reported 31 new cases of COVID-19 within the country. Dr. Kwame Amponsah-Achiano, the Programs Manager of the Expanded Programme on Immunization at the Ghana Health Service, clarified that these cases are not severe.
The Bank of Ghana(BoG) has called on the banking and finance industry to prioritize innovation, adaptation, and evolution to meet the changing needs of the sector. This clarion call was made by Dr. Maxwell Opoku-Afari, the First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana on behalf of the Governor, Dr. Ernest Addison, during a speech […] The post BoG urges banking sector
Nana Amoasi VII, serving as the Executive Director of the Institute of Energy Security (IES), has contested President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo's claim that Ghana has effectively addressed its intermittent power supply problem.
A Private legal practitioner, Oheneba Adusei-Poku has, in a legal opinion, challenged the findings of audit firm, KPMG, that the GRA-SML contract was not ratified by Parliament, asserting that the deal was essentially ratified by Parliament through the approval of the budgets of the Ministry of Finance in line with the Public Financial Management Act, […] The post
Africa’s pioneering agricultural scientist and the first recipient of the World Food Prize, Prof. Monty Patrick Jones, has died at the age of 73. Renowned for his groundbreaking work in developing New Rice for Africa rice varieties to combat food insecurity, Dr. Jones served as the founding Executive Director of the Forum for Agricultural Research […] The post World
The Manhyia Palace has displayed looted artefacts from the Asante Kingdom by British colonisers for public viewing. Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II described the return of the artefacts to the Asante Kingdom as the coming back of the spirit the African continent shared, urging the public to visit the Manhyia Palace Museum to view the […] The post Manhyia Palace Museum displays
LMI Holdings’ Mega Warehouse has received the International Financial Corporation (IFC) EDGE Green Building Certification, making it the first warehouse in the country to receive this certification. EDGE Certification recognises businesses that demonstrate a commitment to sustainable practices and show leadership in green initiatives within their industry. The recognition of Mega Warehouse is also attributed […] The post
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has reiterated his commitment to ensure a free, fair and transparent election in December. According to the President, he will supervise an incident-free poll in December where the outcome will be accepted by all. Speaking at this year’s May Day celebrations, President Akufo Addo said the government will provide the […] The post Ensuring
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