The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has said that it is deeply concerned about media reportage surrounding the death of the former Deputy Minister of Finance, Dr John Kumah. According to the GJA, some of the reports are unprofessional. A press release signed by the General Secretary of the Association, Mr Kofi Yeboah said, “Although the […] The post GJA urges
By Samuel Tetteh TEI The World Trade Organization held its 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) in Abu Dhabi (UAE) from 26 February to 2 March 2024. The Ministerial Conference saw 166 trade ministers and their respective delegations converging in Abu Dhabi to deliberate on several critical issues, ranging from food security and e‑commerce to fisheries subsidies […] The post Insights
Albert Kwabena Dwumfour The President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, has been elected as a member of the Steering Committee of the Federation of African Read More... The post GJA President Elected FAJ Steering Committee
A scene from the previous event The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture has officially launched the Kwahu Paragliding Festival for Read More... The post GTA Launches Kwahu Easter Paragliding Festival
A study on non-communicable diseases (NCDs) conducted at Ga Mashie in Accra has revealed that six out of 10 residents in that area had either hypertension, diabetes or were obese. Particularly, for diabetes, the study found that the prevalence was 8.2 per cent while hypertension prevalence increased by 19 per cent between 2013 and 2023. […] The post 60% Ga Mashie residents
Stakeholders from all sectors of the local economy are calling for a review of the electronic transaction levy (E-levy). They argue that instead of burdening consumers unnecessarily, efforts should focus on effective revenue production and equitable distribution within the larger tax framework. This came to light during a tax forum organized by the International Centre […] The post Participants
…Championing African Energy Independence As the Africa Energy Technology Conference draws near, one name stands out prominently among the key speakers—NJ Ayuk. Internationally acclaimed as a thought leader, lawyer, entrepreneur, and the Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber, NJ Ayuk’s presence at the conference adds immense value and expertise to the discussions on Africa’s […] The post
The Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, along with the Ghana Tourism Authority, has inaugurated the 2024 edition of the annual Kwahu Easter Paragliding Festival at the Kwahu Abene Palace. The festival, scheduled from March 29th (Easter Friday) to April 1st (Easter Monday), is expected to attract thousands of tourists to Ghana. This year’s celebration […] The post Tourism
Human Rights lawyer and former Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection, Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, has challenged stakeholders to work together to prioritize the sexual and reproductive health needs of women and youth in Africa. The call was made during the 11th African Conference on Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights in Rabat, Morocco, which […] The post Prioritize
Some Ga Kenkey vendors in Accra are now considering charging customers for the previously complimentary pepper as economic challenges in Ghana worsen, contributing to a broader increase in the cost of living. The latest economic data indicates a marginal rise in the year-on-year inflation rate for January 2024, with the current inflation rate reaching 23.5%. […] The post No more free
The Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference is urging the President to consider necessary amendments to the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly referred to as the Anti-LGBTQ Bill, before giving it his final approval. On Wednesday, February 28, Parliament passed the anti-LGBTQ bill, stipulating a jail term of 6 months to 3 years […] The post Prioritise
Reverend Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi, the President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference, has stated that imprisoning homosexuals will not eliminate homosexuality, but rather, it could increase such activities. Parliament on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, passed the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Family Values bill, also known as the anti-LGBTQ bill. This bill criminalizes LGBTQ activities, […] The post Imprisoning
Mustapha Ussif, Sports Minister It has emerged that contrary to public perception of Ghana Football Association (GFA) handling monies meant for tournaments, it is rather the Youth and Sports Read More... The post ‘GFA Does Not Handle Pre Tournament Monies’
Kurt Okraku The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has made a significant investment in colts (juvenile) football, in the country. And per the initiative, a total of 1,721 clubs across Read More... The post GFA Committed To Colts Football Development –
The Member of Parliament for South Dayi, Rockson Nelson Dafeamekpor, has hinted that Commissioner General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) Rev Amishaddai Owusu-Amoah will face legal consequences for his continued stay in office without a contract extension from the Ministry of Finance. Rev Amishaddai Owusu-Amoah, who is more than 60 years old and is […] The post We’ll
Christian Sottie, SML Boss Despite negative media campaigns, the contract established between Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) and the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has demonstrated remarkable benefits for the Read More... The post GRA–SML Deal Generates Over
Gifty Oware-Mensah The Ghana Football Association (GFA) Executive Council member, Gifty Oware-Mensah, has been the subject of wide public backlash after her comments about the Black Queens in an Read More... The post GFA EXCO Member Clarifies Black Queens Comments
Mavis Hawa Koomson The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has announced the revocation of the media blackout it imposed on the Member of Parliament (MP) for Awutu Senya East, Mavis Read More... The post GJA Revokes Hawa Koomson ‘Black Out’ appeared first on
DSL, last year’s winner Charter House, the organisers of the annual Ghana Music Awards (GMA), has officially opened nominations for underground artistes to submit their entries for the prestigious Read More... The post 25th GMA Unsung Category Opens appeared first on
Atlanta-based Ghanaian songstress Ama Ka’rin has unveiled her latest empowering anthem, “Back to Sender,” aimed at inspiring listeners to persevere and remain steadfast in pursuing their dreams. With its uplifting lyrics and infectious melodies, “Back to Sender” serves as a rallying cry for resilience and determination in the face of adversity. It was produced by […] The post Atlanta-based
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