The Accra International Conference Centre(AICC) crackled with a different kind of electricity on Boxing Day. It wasn’t the hum of business deals or the buzz of conferences, but the infectious energy of the “Explosion of Joy” gospel concert. This annual tradition, hosted by legendary Ghanaian gospel choir, Joyful Way Incorporated, isn’t just a concert; it’s […] The post Joyful
The Chief of Staff, Akosua Frema Osei-Opare, dedicated her Christmas to bringing joy and support to the children of the Assurance of Hope Orphanage in Teshie, Accra. Amidst the festivities and merriment that characterize the Christmas season, Osei-Opare chose to extend a helping hand to the less fortunate, embodying the true essence of the season […] The post Chief
A total of 5, 256 Fire outbreaks have between recorded between January to November this year, the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has disclosed. The Service alsoattended to 532 Road Traffic Accidents with a total of 2,557 injuries and 263 deaths recorded. The figure represent 4.92 per cent decrease as compared to the recorded 5,530 … The post GNFS records
The Dufia of Kedzi in the Volta region, Torgbe Joachim Acolaste V, has lauded the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) for being the first organisation to present food items to the Akosombo dam flood victims in the Keta municipality during the Christmas season. Though the floodwaters had receded, the victims, most of whom had … The post CHIEF LAUDS GPHA
The Cocoa Research Institute of Ghana (CRIG) has launched the maiden Cocoa Club Ghana project at the CRIG Primary School in Tafo, to bring cocoa education near to the pupils and other youth in the area. The club, a fun-based educational outreach programme, would encourage the youth to connect with cocoa from the bean to bar, to shape and develop … The post CRIG unveils Cocoa Club Ghana
The Dufia of Kedzi in the Volta region, Torgbe Joachim Acolaste V, has lauded the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) for being the first organisation to present food items to the Akosombo dam flood victims in the Keta municipality during the Christmas season. Though the floodwaters had receded, the victims, most of whom had … The post CHIEF LAUDS GPHA FOR DONATION
The National House of Chiefs has urged all stakeholders in Ghana’s electoral process to prioritize the creation of a peaceful and transparent environment for the upcoming 2024 polls. According to the National House of Chiefs, failure to ensure free and fair elections risks plunging the country into the dark chapters of violence that marred past […] The post Ensure
A Bachelor of Technology, Graphic Design (Advertising and Packaging) graduate Ms Buabeng Ama Andowa, emerged the best disability student to score first class at the 23rd Takoradi Technical University (TTU) congregation held in Takoradi, in the Western Region on Saturday. A citation presented to Ama Andowa , noted that, two years ago, she became the overall best graduating student with disability … The post Best
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has inaugurated 40 Parliamentary Friendship Associations with the task to deepen Ghana’s legislative diplomacy with the partner countries. The associations would be expected to build stronger relation with governments, civil society organisations on matters of mutual interests. The partner countries are Algeria, Austria, Barbados, Brazil, Canada, China, … The post Speaker
Religious leaders have asked Ghanaians to promote peaceful co-existence in the country during and after the yuletide. “Let us put Ghana first in all our endeavours so as to preserve the peace and unity of our motherland,” they said. The clergy gave the advice in separate interviews with the Ghanaian Times in Accra as part … The post Xmas messages:
Voting in the just ended District Level Elections delayed in most centers in the Sissala East constituency, due to the cold weather conditions adversely affecting the operation of the BVD machines in the area. Mr Moro Baba, the Deputy Returning Officer of the Electoral Commission in the Sissala East, explained that the cold weather could … The post Cold weather affects BVD machine
The National House of Chiefs has asked traditional leaders across the country to play key roles in addressing the long-standing issue of illegal mining as it continues to pose threats to water bodies and forest reserves. Following the recent arrest of individuals over illegal mining, the National House of Chiefs has tasked traditional leaders to […] The post Galamsey:
Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) says it is a company providing revenue assurance and auditing services to the government of Ghana in the downstream petroleum sector through the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). This, according to the Information Technology (IT) Systems Engineer of SML, Prince Sarpong, was done through installation of ultrasonic flow meters at all … The post We
The Ministry for the Interior will today commence a nationwide monitoring and inspection exercise on the activities of private security organisations, locksmiths (key cutting) and rubber stamp and seals operators to ensure compliance of laws governing their operations. In this regard, it has advised all players within the sector to register or renew their licenses … The post Interior
A 31-year-old driver has been sentenced to three years in prison for stealing a pump action shotgun and other heavy industrial machines worth GH¢87,000. Abu Mohammed was found guilty by an Accra Circuit Court on the charges of stealing. Mohammed, who is also a housekeeper, pleaded not guilty before the court presided over by Mr … The post Driver jailed for stealing
The President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has commended the Bank of Ghana (BoG) for the role it has played in the last seven years to maintain economic stability and development of the country. “In the last seven years, the BoG has distinguished itself in discharging its duties to the admiration of all well-meaning Ghanaians. It … The post President lauds BoG for restoring
President Akufo-Addo is scheduled to launch the Evaluation of Ghana’s Maiden National Anti-Corruption Action Plan (NACAP) at the Banquet Hall of the Jubilee House tomorrow Thursday, 21st December 2023. NACAP constitutes Ghana’s National Framework to drive anti-corruption activities and promote National development. It contains strategic action plans identified and agreed upon by stakeholders during nationwide … The post President
In a historic move, the University of Ghana Medical School has announced the promotion of Dr. Benjamin Dabo Sarkodie to the position of Associate Professor of Interventional Radiology. This appointment marks a significant milestone in Ghana’s medical history, as Dr. Sarkodie becomes the first individual to hold this prestigious title in the country. Dr. Sarkodie, […] The post Ben
The management of the Cocoa Research Institute of Ghana (CRIG) is cautioning the government not to relent in its fight against illegal mining, which has been a major threat to cocoa production in the country. According to the management, illegal mining, popularly referred to as galamsey, and unfavourable weather conditions resulting from climate change continue […] The post Let’s
This year’s District Level Elections (DLEs) ended successfully across the country, but not without challenges which marred the beauty and disrupted the smooth running of the exercise. Low voter turnout, delay in the arrival of materials, inability of the Electoral Commission (EC) to deliver voting materials to some polling stations, delay in the start of … The post Polling
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