Education
Structure of Free SHS doesn’t promote quality education – Gyampo
Professor Ransford Gyampo, a political science lecturer at the University of Ghana, has criticised the current structure of the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy, arguing that it fails to uphold quality educational standards. According to Professor Gyampo, focusing the policy on academically talented yet financially disadvantaged students would alleviate the financial burden on the […]
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Anti-Gay Bill: Court’s use of discretionary powers unreasonable – Dafeamekpor
Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, the Member of Parliament for South Dayi, has expressed his intention to appeal a recent High Court ruling regarding a judicial review application he filed on the Anti-LGBTQ+ bill. According to him, the reason given by the court — the use of discretionary power — to throw out the appeal, is unreasonable. This […]
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Labour Ministry to meet TEWU today over Tier-2 pension arrears
The Ministry of Employment and Labour Relations is scheduled to hold discussions with the leadership of the Teachers and Educational Workers Union (TEWU) of TUC today over tier-2 pension arrears owed to members of the union. The union had previously set an April deadline for the government to resolve all outstanding payments owed to its […]
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Election 2024: We’ll reconcile party before December 7 – NPP
The governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) has expressed concern over the emergence of independent candidates among its members in some constituencies across the country. The national chairman of the party, Stephen Ntim, says the party will embark on a reconciliation exercise across the country to bring all failed and aggrieved members on board ahead of […]
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Opinion
Etse Sikanku writes: The driver’s mate conundrum
There have been a lot of conversations about the use of the driver’s mate phrase by Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia. It has been the subject of widespread commentary sometimes bordering on ridicule, humour and attack. While this is all well and good, it has drowned the undergirding or larger point made by the Vice […]
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Dry Dorongo Dam leaves farmers in despair
Dorongo Dam, once a vital lifeline for communities within the Upper East Region, now lies barren, dried up entirely, leaving behind cracked soil and shattered dreams. Located in the heart of the Upper East Region, the Dorongo Dam was once a symbol of hope and prosperity for surrounding communities. Constructed in 1963, the dam served […]
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I’m not acting illegally as Minister of Health designate – Okoe-Boye
Dr. Bernard Okoe-Boye, the Minister of Health designate, has refuted claims of operating unlawfully within the Health Ministry amidst delays in his approval by Parliament. Concerns regarding the legality of his involvement in the ministry’s affairs have been raised due to pending parliamentary confirmation. However, addressing the press in Accra, Dr. Okoe-Boye asserted his legitimacy, […]
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Manhyia Palace Museum to reopen in May with expanded facilities, others
The Manhyia Palace Museum in Kumasi has scheduled its reopening on 1st May 2024 as part of the Silver Jubilee celebrations of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene (Asante King). Hosted by the Asantehene, the museum will unveil refurbished facilities and historic Ashanti heirlooms to the public in its new Homecoming exhibition. This momentous occasion marks […]
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Grave diggers call for enhanced lighting system to save Tafo cemetery
Poor lighting systems and lax security at the Tafo cemetery are paving the way for some unscrupulous individuals to invade the enclave to perpetrate nefarious activities. Some worried residents say only enhanced lighting can discourage grave looters and other ritualists from threatening the sanctity of graves in the area. Digging graves has become a daily […]
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EU takes stand against labour exploitation; cocoa, fisheries sectors risk sanctions
By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) have passed a Forced Labour Regulation (FLR) designed to eradicate goods tainted by labour exploitation from the EU single market. The legislation, adopted on April 23, 2024, is deemed crucial, reaffirming the EU’s determination to prohibit products associated with or originating from forced labour. Commenting on […]
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Amerado falls after stage collapses during performance
Rapper Amerado has suffered severe injuries as a result of collapsed stage during a live performance at Baidoo Bonsoe Senior High Technical School in Western Region. The incident, captured on video which has since gone viral, shows Amerado energetically performing on stage before it suddenly gives way, causing him to fall. The stage was fully […]
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R Kelly’s appeal against 20-year sentence quashed by Judge
A federal appeals court has upheld R. Kelly’s 20-year prison sentence in Chicago for federal sex crimes. The 7th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals has ruled against R. Kelly’s legal team’s arguments that his indictment on child enticement and child pornography charges were filed after the statute of limitations lapsed. His legal team was seeking […]
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Kofi Kinaata to release ‘Kofi oo Kofi’ Album on 10th May
Nicknamed Philosopher, Kofi Kinaata has announced the date for his first body of work, ‘Kofi oo Kofi’ Extended Play (EP)/Album. The ‘Susuka’ hitmaker who is currently promoting a single off the album, ‘Effiakuma broken heart’ has revealed that, Friday, 10th May, 2024 is the date the 7-track album will be released. Amongst the songs on the […]
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Ejisu decides on new MP in by-election today
By: Kobina Baidoo The Ejisu constituency are set to cast their votes for a new Member of Parliament today, April 30, 2024 to replace the late John Kumah who was elected on the ticket of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Appointed as deputy Minister of Finance, John Kumah was also elected as NPP candidate ahead […]
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Spain’s PM will not resign after allegations against wife
Pedro Sánchez has said he will stay on as Spain’s prime minister, following five days of speculation over his future. Mr Sánchez cancelled official engagements last week after a court opened an initial inquiry into his wife over corruption claims. He denounced them as a harassment campaign by right-wing media. “Expressions of solidarity from all […]
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At least five killed after tornadoes strike central US states
At least five people, including a four-month-old baby, have been killed after dozens of tornadoes ripped through the central US causing serious damage. Tens of thousands of residents were left without power following separate storms that began on Friday. Four of the deaths happened in Oklahoma, where a state of emergency has been declared in […]
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Togo heads to polls amid claims of power grab by President Gnassingbé
Campaigning was rushed on the back of parliament’s approval of constitutional reforms that would allow lawmakers to elect the president instead of a direct vote by the people. The move transformed Togo, one of the world’s poorest countries, from a presidential system to a parliamentary one. It establishes new prime minister-style position called President of the council of […]
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Stowaway cat accidentally mailed to California in returned package
A family in the US has been reunited with their pet cat after she was accidentally mailed hundreds of miles to California with a package return. Galeana disappeared from her home in Utah earlier this month – prompting widespread searches for the beloved missing moggie. She was rescued by an Amazon worker nearly a week after […]
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