A record number of Americans are single this Valentine’s Day. In 2020 and 2021, the marriage rate hit the lowest numbers since the government began tracking it in 1867 — a trend that was well underway before the pandemic. According to research by the Pew Research Center, an unprecedented 25% of 40-year-olds have never been married. Those who are single are […] The post A big reason so
Education plays a vital role in the development of any nation, serving as a foundation for social and economic progress. However, the recently released results of the 2022 National Standardized Test (NST) for Basic 4 pupils reveals concerning trends in Mathematics and English Language performance. The figures indicate that, majority of the pupils who sat […] The post Feature:
Participants at the Swedru Conversation. INSET: Dr. Roger Kanton Former Research Scientist with the Savannah Agriculture Research Institute (SARI), Dr. Roger Kanton has lamented the increasing importation of onions, Read More... The post ‘Onions, Tomatoes Importation
The confluence of social responsibility and innovation has become a potent engine for positive change in the dynamic economic and societal scene. The idea that social commitment fosters creativity is becoming more and more popular as businesses realize how important it is to play a part in the larger community. This article examines the mutually […] The post Social commitment;
The relationship between your expectations and your emotions is direct; for this reason, it’s wise to cultivate the skill of managing your expectations. The difference between your expectations and reality, sometimes chasmic, determines how often you experience hurt, disappointment, anger, stress, happiness, or satisfaction. Imagine the rollercoaster of emotions generated by waking up on a […] The post High
What Sayeth the NDC 2020 Peoples Manifesto? 8.7 FINANCIAL INCLUSION AND ELECTRONIC PAYMENTS (FINTECH) A higher level of financial inclusion will not only benefit the poor, create jobs and reduce inequality but will also grow the formal financial sector. Currently, Ghana’s percentage of financial inclusion is estimated at 58 per cent (as at end-2017) and […] The post About FINTECH: E-Levy and Digitalization
The NPP is at a crossroads! In nearly eight years in power, the party has presided over “a boom and bust economy.” The party is fighting for its political life as it seeks to break an eight-year electoral cycle. And the person charged with turning this apparent impossibility into a possibilityis its flagbearer, Dr. Bawumia. […] The post Bawumia’s
The enduring rivalry between Ghana and Nigeria continues unabated. The healthy rivalry spans debates over culinary delights like jollof rice, the dominance of Afrobeat music, movies, comparisons of currency strength, and even light-hearted banter among comedians. This friendly competition, whose origins remain elusive, persists across diverse aspects of culture and society. While one victor may […] The post The
Egya Eba O, Egya Eba O, Egya Anya Ebadu! After several accusations and innuendoes from critics, including academics known more for sexual episodes with students than pronouncements in the classroom, for allegedly failing to deliver on his vision for the Presidency, Vice-President Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia answered his critics on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 with a […] The post Feature: When John
The Supreme Court on Thursday is weighing the question of whether former President Donald Trump has been disqualified from office by engaging in an insurrection in violation of Section 3 of the 14th Amendment to the Constitution. The constitutional text is clear: Any official who took an oath of office is disqualified if they “have engaged in insurrection” […] The post Congress has
Trainees of the now-defunct Nation Builders Corps (NABCO) have expressed readiness to thwart any attempt by the government to exploit the NABCO programme for political gains, especially ahead of the 2024 general elections. Despite their efforts, the trainees claim that all attempts to prompt the government to fulfill its payment obligations of the nine-month arrears […] The post We’ll
The concept of generational wealth has become quite prominent in recent times as parents look to give a leg up to their children in an increasingly competitive world. Generational wealth encompasses assets, resources, investments, and networks that can be passed from one generation to the next. There are few things more gratifying than knowing that […] The post Securing
The Executive Director of A Rocha Ghana, Dr. Seth Appiah-Kubi, is calling on stakeholders to urgently implement strategies to achieve the SDG 13 target: Climate Action. His remarks follow a report by the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service, revealing January 2024 as the world’s warmest January on record, with global temperatures 1.66°C above the […] The post A
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is set to present his final State of the Nation Address (SONA) to Parliament on Tuesday, February 27, 2024. The announcement was made by Read More... The post President Akufo-Addo To Present Last SONA On Feb 27
As Ghana embarks on implementing its ambitious 24-hour economy policy, the potential for economic growth and development is immense. This policy aims to stimulate economic activities round the clock, creating jobs, and fostering a vibrant, inclusive economy. However, to sustain this growth, enhancing tax revenue is crucial. This opinion statements outlines the strategic approaches to […] The post Enhancing
Last November, Ghana’s Ministry of Communications & Digitalisation announced with flourish that it has “facilitated” a “joint venture” between state-owned AT (formerly, AirtelTigo) and “Hannam Investments”, which will result in a transformation of the Ghanaian telecom operator into a world-class operator. The Ministry was at pains to educate Ghanaians about what a big catch Ian […] The post Bright
What is this institution known as National Teaching Council (NTC), embodying strength, diplomacy, and authenticity? Day and night, I tirelessly endeavoured to put my content together to fulfil the requirements of the ten essays for the Ghana Teacher Prize. After school, without hesitation, I would rush to my computer to pour my heart into narrating […] The post My
In the realm of soccer, leadership is paramount, and the Ghana Black Stars are on the lookout for a maestro to orchestrate their journey to glory. Here, we shine a light on five coaching virtuosos who, if given the nod, could elevate the team to new heights. Avram Grant: The Magician of 2015. Avram Grant, […] The post 5 coaching maestros who
Yet again, we have scored 43 out of a possible 100 on the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI). The results are disappointing. Yes, we did not slip. One will muse. Fair enough. But we did not progress either. We did not cross the threshold of an average mark. That is our reality. On the credit side […] The post Corruption and Justice, Where Does Ghana Stand -Special Prosecutor
Subsequent to the publication of the humongous budget allocation for Ghana’s participation in the 2023 AFCON by the hard working Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, I have noted that some New Patriotic Party apologists and their media surrogates have resorted to a campaign of subterfuge, ostensibly to justify this scandalous […] The post Sammy
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