About 60,000 persons in the informal sector, especially the self-employed have joined the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT), since the inception of the Self Employed Enrollment Drive (SEED) programme. The SEED programme seeks to ensure that both workers in the formal and informal sector benefit through their monthly contribution on their retirement or […] The post 60,000 self-employed join SSNIT
Nana Yim Awere Ababio, the Chief of Toase in the Atwima Nwabiagya South Municipality, has been elected as the Presiding Member for the Assembly at the fifth inaugural and elections of the Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assembly members (MMDAs) on Monday. The Toasehene, a government appointee to the Assembly, doubles as Director of Finance at the […] The post Toasehene elected
Sony Music Group is understood to have paid at least $600m (£475m) for half of Michael Jackson’s catalogue. If accurate, it would mean the singer’s musical assets are worth more than $1.2bn (£950m). The deal would also be the biggest ever for the work of a single musician. Michael Jackson, who died in 2009 at […] The post Half of Michael Jackson’s stake in catalogue sells
The Nkwanta South Traders Association has called on the Interior Ministry to review the curfew imposed on the township as their businesses are suffering. Mr Richard Owusu Ansah (Paa Rich), the Secretary of the Association, said the current curfew from 1700 to 0600 hours, resulting from the ethnic conflict, was affecting their business activities. Business […] The post Nkwanta South traders want curfew
A wave of love and remembrance washed over the movie industry as the iconic cast of “Things We Do For Love” gathered to pay homage to their beloved colleague, Vincent “Max” McCauley. Vincent McCauley, whose portrayal of Max etched itself forever in the hearts of viewers, passed away on January 15, 2024, following a valiant […] The post Jackie
Afrobeat duo, Micheal Boafo and Tony Boafo had been estranged from their father with his constant travels. The narrative changed dramatically when circumstances brought them face-to-face with their father at the age of fourteen. Raised by their caterer mother in Abeka, a suburb of Accra, the family had to relocate to Takoradi due to their […] The post Dopenation share how
Michael Render, known to fans as rapper Killer Mike, had his celebratory Grammy night take an unexpected turn after being detained by police near the event venue. Just hours after winning three awards, Render was taken into custody following an alleged physical altercation outside the Crypto.com Arena. According to reports, police apprehended the 48-year-old artist […] The post Rapper
The Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry and the parliamentary candidate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in New Juaben South, Michael Kofi Okyere Baafi, says he has begun processes to bring all aggrieved party members in the constituency on board for the 2024 general elections campaign. Yaa Ansah, a parliamentary candidate hopeful who sought […] The post NPP
Mr Samuel Abu Jinapor, the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources has hosted the Administrator of the US Environmental Protection Agency, Mr. Michael S. Regan and the US Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Virginia Evelyn Palmer, at the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources to discuss forest and climate-related matters. The meeting focused on Ghana and […] The post Jinapor hosts US diplomats over climate
The legal representative for ACP Benjamin Agordzo, Martin Kpebu, has described the trial of his client as politically motivated. ACP Benjamin Agordzo, the late Dr. Mac Palm, and eight others were arraigned in 2021 on counts of conspiracy to commit high treason and high treason. The High Court, however, acquitted ACP Benjamin Agordzo on January […] The post Coup
The legal representative for ACP Benjamin Agordzo, Martin Kpebu, has described the trial of his client as politically motivated. ACP Benjamin Agordzo, the late Dr. Mac Palm, and eight others were arraigned in 2021 on counts of conspiracy to commit high treason and high treason. The High Court, however, acquitted ACP Benjamin Agordzo on January […] The post Coup
Martin Kpebu, the lawyer for Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Dr. Benjamin Agordzo, says they will sue the state for compensation for what he describes as “malicious prosecution.” The High Court in Accra on Wednesday, January 24, convicted six of the coup plotters on counts of conspiracy to commit high treason and committing high treason. […] The post Coup
Nineteen employees of Prefos Limited, an electrical and civil engineering Company have been honoured for hard work, commitment and contribution to the growth of the company, established 32 years ago. The awardees were drawn from the Northern and Southern sectors and recognised under eight award categories. Angelina Oppong Agyeiwaa and Emmanuel Fletcher were adjudged the Overall Administrative […] The post Prefos
Ray Michael and Paradisus made history by hosting their inaugural joint writing camp, welcoming representatives from Warner Africa, Warner UK, and Atlantic UK at the esteemed Paradisus in Aburi, Ghana. The event emerged as an overwhelming success, uniting writers, producers, and engineers from diverse creative backgrounds in a week-long celebration of artistic immersion, with a […] The post Warner
Dr Michael Adusei, an America-based Ghanaian businessman and a Philanthropist has built and commissioned a 14-Seater toilet facility for the Agogo Presby Basic School l. The gesture is in honour of Nana Afrakumah Serwaah Kusi Obuodum, the Queen mother of the Agogo Traditional area. The facility will serve the students and teachers of the Presby […] The post 14-Seater Toilet
Ghanaian-American comedian and actor Michael Blackson recently added a unique twist to the list of criteria for his future wife, a proficiency in preparing Ghanaian Jollof rice. In a lighthearted yet seemingly serious manner, Blackson declared that any potential candidate aspiring to be his life partner must possess the culinary skill to master Ghana Jollof, […] The post To
The Eastern Regional Vetting Committee of the New Patriotic Party has disqualified two aspirants: Madam Yaa Ansah, who sought to challenge the Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry and MP for New Juaben South, and Frank Aidoo, the Municipal Chief Executive of Akuapem South. Yaa Ansah, who was out of the country’s jurisdiction yesterday, where […] The post NPP
As part of efforts to encourage the youth to connect with cocoa from bean to bar and develop their knowledge in cocoa and its related activities, the management of the Cocoa Research Institute of Ghana (CRIG) in Tafo, Eastern Region, has launched the Cocoa Club Ghana. The Cocoa Club is a fun-based educational outreach program […] The post CRIG launches
The Chief Executive Officer of Mikkado Holdings, Nana Dr. Michael Agyekum Addo, is urging educational institutions to align their teaching and learning methods with the evolving needs of Ghana’s economy. He emphasized that the graduates of these institutions play a crucial role in spearheading the country’s growth. Speaking at the 14th congregation of Data Link […] The post Educational
Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu says President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s refusal to assent to the anti-witchcraft bill will hinder the country’s democracy. President Akufo-Addo cited potential financial implications on the country’s consolidated fund as the reason behind his decision not to sign the bill. However, Kpebu is not accepting such an excuse, deeming it […] The post Akufo-Addo’s
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