The European Union (EU) says it will restrict visa provisions for Ethiopian nationals because of the lack of cooperation from the government to take back citizens who overstay illegally. In a statement released on Monday, the EU council said it would no longer issue multiple entry visas to Ethiopians. It added that it would also […]
The National Democratic Congress (NDC), has called on the President Akufo-Addo and Dr. Bawumia government to take immediate steps to retrieve all monies paid to SML Ghana Limited for no work done. At a press conference addressed by its National Communication Officer in Accra today, the party demanded the immediate publication of the full KPMG […] The post NDC demands retrieval of monies paid to SML
The National Democratic Congress (NDC), has accused the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government of attempted cover-up of corruption and criminality in the raging SML matter. The Presidency last week released a report detailing the President’s directives on recommendations of a yet to be published KPMG investigation. Whereas the report identified breaches of several laws involving contracts between the […] The post NDC
This two-day summit will take place on October 9-10, 2024 in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, and gather Heads of State, Finance Ministers, private sector leaders, Multilateral Development Banks and civil society to drive major financial investments to end extreme poverty across the African continent through support for the World Bank’s IDA replenishment and its initiative to […] The post Côte
For the tens of thousands of asylum seekers in Britain, a new law brings the possibility of deportation to central Africa closer. We asked how it was affecting them.
The vehicles of the district chief executive and the coordinating director for the Chereponi district in the North East region have been impounded by a high court in Nalerigu. This action follows a court ruling in favour of a contractor who had completed work for the district but had not been paid by the assembly. […] The post Nalerigu court impounds vehicles
In a celebration of Ghana’s storied heritage, Ghana Post unveiled plans for a commemorative stamp honoring the esteemed Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the 16th Asantehene. The unveiling was announced during a press briefing on Friday, April 26th, at the Ministry of Communications’ conference room in Accra. This philatelic tribute, a masterpiece of artistry and symbolism, […] The post Ghana
Former President John Mahama on Friday joined Yagbonwura Bii-Kunuto Jewu Soale I to cut the sod for the construction of a new palace for the overlord of Gonja. The new palace is set to be a grand symbol reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the Gonja people. In his address, Mr Mahama highlighted the new […] The post Mahama cuts sod for new Jakpa palace in Damongo appeared first on Starr
The University of Cape Coast (UCC) Alumni Association is facing internal strife as the Concerned Alumni group challenges the legitimacy of Samuel Danso Akoto’s presidency. The grievances intensified recently after Mr. Akoto’s role during the conferment of an Honorary Doctorate Degree to Osabarima Dr. Kwesi Atta II, the paramount Chief of Oguaa Traditional Area. The […] The post UCC
In a significant move towards promoting mental health well-being, the Mental Health Authority of Ghana, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and various stakeholders, has designated May as “Purple Month,” dedicated to mental health awareness. This initiative places Ghana in line with other countries like the United States and the United Kingdom, which also […] The post MHA
Kenya is experiencing heavy rain that has disrupted normal business across the country, resulting in the destruction of property and the loss of 44 lives so far, according to Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS). According to the KRCS, the downpours have affected the lives of about 60,000 people. In the Mathare slums of Nairobi, the […] The post Kenya: 44 people die due to flooding appeared
Joe Lartey, renowned Ghanaian sports journalist and a commentator has passed away, as confirmed by the Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) on Saturday. The veteran commentator died on Friday, April 26, 2024. In a statement, SWAG announced, “The Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) announces the death of Mr Joachim Awuley Lartey aka ‘Joe […] The post Veteran Sports
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has advised Ghanaians to avoid traveling to the Gao and Ansongo regions of Northern Mali. In a statement, the Ministry disclosed that the major highways linking Mali and Niger, particularly the Gao and Ansongo Regions of Northern regions of Mali have recorded terrorist harassment of commuters who […] The post MoFA
A group calling itself United Voices for Change (UVC) has called on President Akufo-Addo to dismiss the Chief Executive Officers of the Ghana Cocoa Board, Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Ghana Water Company, and the Ghana Airport Company for running the companies at a loss. Addressing a press conference last Tuesday, the Convener of the […] The post Sack State-Owned Enterprise CEOs – Group
Ghana’s U17 national team, the Black Starlets, delivered a stunning 5-1 victory over Serbia in their second fixture at the UEFA U16 international tournament on Friday. After a disappointing loss to host nation Russia in their opening game, where they suffered a 3-1 defeat, the young Ghanaian squad came into the match against Serbia with […] The post Black Starlets dominate Serbia with
The Minority in Parliament is demanding the publication of the KPMG audit report on Strategic Mobilization Ghana Ltd (SML) and Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) contract. President Akufo-Addo has stated that the SML Downstream petroleum service is needed however the Ministry of Finance (MoF) and the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) will have to renegotiate the fee […] The post Minority
Kwasi Kwarteng, the Public Relations Officer (PRO) at the Ministry of Education, has clarified that the Ministry is not introducing new uniforms for all basic junior high schools in Ghana. He said the initiative will target some selected model junior high schools. According to the Minister for Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, the government, as […] The post Basic
The Deputy Clerk of Parliament has assured mine workers of investigations into the sale and purchase agreement on the Bogoso Prestea mine. Ebenezer Ahumah Djaoutre gave the assurance when he received a petition from the mine workers on behalf of the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin at Parliament House in Accra on April 26, 2024. […] The post Mine Workers petition Parliament over
The Ghana Enterprises Agency (GEA) has reinforced its commitment to bolstering the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) and the Association for Small Scale Industries (ASSI). Speaking at a short ceremony to hand over of funds and publicity materials to AGI and ASSI in support of the GEA and Mastercard Foundation Business in a Box (BizBox) […] The post Ghana
The deputy ranking Member on the Education Committee in Parliament, Dr. Clement Apaak says there are pressing issues at the basic schools that the Minister of Education should be more concerned about than rebranding the school. This comes on the back of the Education Minister, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum announcing plans to change the brown […] The post Deal with
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