Shirley Naana Ampem, the Eastern Regional Women’s Organizer for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has stated that Ghanaian women will be one of the major beneficiaries of John Dramani Mahama’s proposed 24-hour economy policy. According to her, the policy could significantly boost economic opportunities for women, particularly in the night market economy and key industries […] The post Ghanaian
The CEO of the Independent Power Generators, Ghana (IPGG), Dr. Elikplim Kwabla Apetorgbor is advocating strategic planning in our power generation and distribution framework. He says that the focus of IPGG is on enhancing efficiency through advanced technologies and better planning strategies. In a statement, Mr Apetorgbor said “We are dedicated to working collaboratively with […] The post CEO
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has announced a staff-level agreement on the second review of the extended credit facility with Ghana. Once approved by IMF Management and completed by Read More... The post IMF
Hearts of Oak forward Hamza Issah has emerged as the leading scorer in the Ghana Premier League, notching up 11 goals to propel himself to the top of the charts. His stellar performance was highlighted in the team’s recent 3-1 victory over Karela United at the Accra Sports Stadium on Matchday 26. Issah showcased his […] The post Hearts of Oak’s Hamza Issah leads
“Women are the driving force of every economy; therefore, they need to be well to do well.” This statement encapsulates the profound impact that women have on society’s economic and social fabric. Yet, amid the hustle and bustle of daily life, the well-being of women, particularly their reproductive health, is often overlooked. The whole totality […] The post
By Godson Kofi DAVIES In Africa, where the beauty of landscapes is as vast as its cultural diversity, a silent crisis brews in the realm of healthcare. The continent faces a dire shortage of healthcare professionals, a predicament most acute in the rural and underserved areas. According to the World Health Organization, sub-Saharan Africa bears […] The post
Health officials in Ghana have attributed an increase in Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) among young people to changes in their lifestyles. The Vice President of the Ghana Medical Association, Prof. Ernest Yorke, explained that factors such as increased reliance on junk food, higher alcohol consumption, and reduced physical activity are major triggers for NCDs among the […] The post Health
The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana has raised concerns over the country’s loss of port traffic from the Tema Port to the Lomé Port in Togo. While Tema Port’s traffic has increased, it has not been growing as rapidly as Lomé’s Port, which has seen a significant increase from 300,000 thousand containers per annum […] The post Ghana
Former Hearts of Oak defender, Amankwaa Mireku has said the club has to win trophies despite shift in focus to improve infrastructure by the board. In their last Annual General Meeting, Hearts of Oak Board Chairman, Togbe Afede explained his desire to improve the club’s infrastructure. Amankwaa Mireku in an interview with Connect 97.1FM said […] The post Former Hearts of Oak defender
The government is under scrutiny for its handling of the co-financing agreement with the Global Fund, as revealed by Ernest Amoabeng Ortsin, the president of the Ghana HIV and AIDS network. This issue has come to the forefront following the Ministry of Health’s clearance of 14 containers of anti-retroviral drugs and TB medications at the […] The post Govt
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached the staff-level agreement on review of the extended credit facility with Ghana. The IMF in a statement released on Saturday April 13, 2024, said Ghana will have access to about US$360 million in financing once the review is approved by IMF Management and formally completed by the IMF […] The post IMF
The Ghana Premier League enters an exciting match week 26 with several crucial games on the schedule. The title race between Samartex and the chasing pack intensifies, while the strugglers battle for survival. Here are the key storylines to watch out for: Hearts of Oak’s Home Jinx Hearts of Oak are desperate to end their […] The post GPL: Key things to observe ahead of week 26 first appeared
Two big names in Ghanaian club football history will always pop up at the front of your mind, Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko boasting a combined 45 GPL titless The post The decline of Ghana’s football giants: Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko’s struggles first appeared on 3News.
The Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture and the Ghana Tourism Authority are hopeful that the Ministry of Finance will consider providing tax reliefs in the mid-year budget review for operators in the sector following a paper they presented on the issue. According to the two entities, poised to make tourism the number one GDP […] The post Domestic tourism:
The Ghana Private Roads and Transport Union (GPRTU) and the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC) have urged commuters not to adhere to any proposed new transport fares that have yet to receive official approval. This announcement comes in response to the Transport Operators Union and the Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana, declaring a 30 […] The post Don’t
By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU [email protected] / [email protected] The recent hike in inflation in March was ‘not surprising’ and poses no significant threat to the general recent disinflationary trend, Head of Research at GBC Capital, Courage Boti, has said. Consumer inflation reached a new high of 25.8 percent in March 2024, […] The post
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, CILT Ghana, has organised a business forum to discuss the cost of doing business in Ghana’s ports as well as its implication on import and export trade. The forum had participation from key stakeholders like Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, Shipping Lines, Ghana’s Shippers Authority, and some logistics […] The post CILT discusses cost
The Customs division of the Ghana Revenue Authority has vowed to clampdown diversion of transit cargo in the country. At a stakeholder engagement on securities of transit cargo in Tema, the Acting Deputy Commissioner of the suspense regime fletching Akoto said the country loses a lot of revenue as a result of diversion of Cargo, […] The post GRA to clampdown on diversion of transit cargo appeared
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) is to commence a 33kV line upgrade project aimed at improving power supply reliability in the Ashanti Region. The project, being undertaken by Indian firm Arvensis Energy Private Limited over an 11- week period will focus on enhancing the existing 33kV line from Ridge BSP through the Kaase Substation […] The post ECG
The donated items The Abbosey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Association has donated food items to Muslims in the community as part of the Eid celebration. The donation included bags Read More... The post Spare Parts Dealers Support Abbosey Okai
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