A military officer in his late 30s was shot dead in Millennium City during a land dispute, while two other officers narrowly escaped death. The incident occurred near the Millennium City District Police Command at Kasoa in the Central region of Ghana. According to reports, the brother of one of the military officers had purchased […] The post Military officer
John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), has expressed his gratitude to the workers of Ghana for their commitment and diligence that keeps the nation functioning. In a Facebook post on May 1, Mr Mahama urged Ghanaians to collaborate to shape the future of Ghana into a 24-hour economy. “Happy […] The post Let’s
AstraZeneca has today launched the Cancer Care Africa programme in Kenya, a first-of-its-kind collaboration with the Ministry of Health, The Kenya Society of Haematology and Oncology (KESHO), Axios, the National Cancer Institute of Kenya (NCI), and other partners to improve cancer care in Kenya by equitably improving access and outcomes across the patient care pathway, […] The post AstraZeneca
The Central African nation’s May 6 election appears to offer voters a choice. But it’s been masterminded, analysts say, to rubber-stamp the rule of the incumbent, Mahamat Idriss Déby.
More than 40 people have been killed in Kenya after a dam burst, pushing the death toll from devastating floods to more than 120. The deaths were reported on Monday in the Mai Mahiu area, where the burst dam added to casualties from flash floods. “We have so far recovered 42 bodies, which include 17 […] The post Burst dam in Kenya pushes flood death toll past 120 appeared
Kenya Airways Group Managing Director and CEO, Allan Kilavoka, has called for deeper collaboration among African countries to revive Ghana’s national carrier and create a more business-friendly aviation sector. With over 40 years of experience in the aviation industry, Kilavoka believes that consolidating efforts and learning from successful examples, such as the former Afrique and […] The post Kenya
The War against illicit activities of cocoa smuggling syndicates, which was launched by Ghana Cocoa Board, with support from the state’s security agencies, continues to yield positive results. Few days after the Krobo Odumase Circuit Court in the Eastern Region sentenced a man to seven years in prison for attempting to smuggle bags of cocoa […] The post Another cocoa smuggler jailed 7yrs appeared first
Five people have been killed in a bomb attack in northern Kenya, the interior ministry said Monday. The bomb, which exploded in El Wak town in Mandera County, near the border with Somalia, wounded five other people. There was no immediate claim of responsibility, but Somalia-based al-Shabab militants affiliated with al-Qaida have carried out other […] The post Bomb
The Minority in Parliament has entreated Ministers-designate by President Akufo-Addo to desist from presenting themselves as representatives of the President. This comes on the back of Minister of Health designate, Dr. Bernard Okoe-Boye embarking on inspections at health facilities in his capacity as the President’s representative. In a statement signed by the ranking member of […] The post Ministers-designate
The Electoral Commission of Ghana (EC) has disclosed a preliminary investigation into the viral video capturing a man placing a white envelope on a table in front of officials during the Ejisu by-election. In a statement, Ghana’s electoral governing body further stated that the content of the envelope was for lunch for the officials. “Our […] The post Ejisu by-election:
The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has told President Akufo-Addo that the power to determine his successor does not lie in his hands. Addressing attendees at a ceremony in Damongo, situated in the Savannah Region, where he initiated the construction of a new multipurpose Ndewura Jakpa palace, Mahama underscored the […] The post Only
The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama says President Akufo-Addo cannot determine who becomes his successor in the 2024 election. This follows President Akufo-Addo’s statement that former President John Mahama cannot be his successor. “Before the election is held, I am going to come here and pay my proper goodbye to you […] The post 2024
Kenya has postponed the reopening of its schools by one week due to ongoing flooding caused by heavy rains, as flood-related deaths since mid-March in the East African country neared 100. Some schools remained “adversely affected” by the flooding, the Education Ministry said Sunday night. Local media reported that more than 100 schools were flooded, […] The post Kenya
The All Progressives Congress, APC, emerged victorious in the elections held across the 11 local government areas of Gombe State on Saturday. The Chairman of the Gombe State Independent Electoral Commission, Saidu Shehu, announced the results, revealing that the APC won all 11 local government areas, including Kaltungo and Shongom, where it won unopposed. According […] The post APC sweeps Gombe LG election appeared
The country has been pummeled by heavy rains that have caused widespread flooding, part of a broader deluge that has devastated segments of East Africa.
Former Attorney-General Betty Mould-Iddrisu has weighed in on the ongoing power crisis in Ghana, stating that the Mahama administration managed the situation better than the current New Patriotic Party government. Her comments follow remarks made by former GIMPA Rector Professor Stephen Adei, who suggested that the current power crisis is not as severe as during […] The post Dumsor
The Independent candidate in the Ejisu by-election, Kwabene Owusu Aduomi has threatened a blood bath if any group of people attempts to undermine the integrity of the election through violence. Addressing a mini rally at Ejisu Zongo lorry station on Sunday, Mr. Aduomi questioned the idea behind the importing alleged vigilante groups affiliated to the […] The post Ejisu
John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has launched a scathing critique against President Akufo-Addo, accusing him of attempts to undermine Ghana’s constitution and manipulate the political landscape to benefit his favoured successor. Mahama’s rebuke follows a statement by Akufo-Addo, in which he declared his refusal to transfer power to an […] The post Election
Frederick Opare-Ansah, the campaign manager for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has expressed full confidence in the Vice President’s readiness to engage in a debate with former President John Dramani Mahama at any given opportunity. During an interview on Eyewitness News with Umaru Sanda Amadu, the former Suhum MP delved into the government’s accomplishments, acknowledging the prevailing […] The post Bawumia
Former Aduana Stars forward Yahaya Mohammed has vehemently denied allegations of match fixing in the team’s recent 2-1 loss to Karela United. The surprising defeat at Dormaa in match week 28 of the Ghana Premier League sparked rumors of foul play, with Yahaya Mohammed’s name being suspiciously linked to receiving 50,000gh Cedis. In an exclusive […]
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