The Ghana National Association of Private Schools (GNAPS) is calling for an urgent subsidy of the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) charges for private schools. According to the association, the unfair system must be abolished as it impedes the rights of private school students. Speaking to Starr News, President of the Association, Prof. Damasus Tuurosong, […] The post GNAPS
In April 2014, the government of Ghana borrowed $46 million from Rome-based IFAD, the International Fund for Agricultural Development, a UN body that, as its name suggests, finds money for countries to fix some of their agricultural challenges. IFAD’s loans often go to support projects targeting agro-processing, food security, improved smallholder farmer productivity, and similar […] The post How
Veteran Ghanaian actress, Akorfa Edjeani has encouraged creatives and personalities in the showbiz industry to venture into politics to support The post More creatives should get into politics – Akofa Edjeani first appeared on 3News.
On April 24, 2024, the mother of legendary Ghanaian actor Fred Amugi turned a magnificent 100 years old. To mark this incredible milestone, the celebrated actor and his friends at Flora Tissue (a brand he represents) orchestrated a delightful surprise visit for his mom. The heartwarming event showered her with gifts and a special musical […] The post Meet legendary actor
Franklin Cudjoe, the CEO of IMANI Africa, has expressed concern for the people of Ghana amidst the current challenges in the energy sector. In addition to the irregular power supply, Ghanaians are grappling with a rise in fuel prices. Fuel prices were raised by several Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) on April 16, 2024, marking the […] The post Energy
Ghanaian rap icon, Kwame Nsiah-Apau, widely known as Okyeame Kwame has boldly declared his determination to reclaim the coveted title of TGMA (Telecel Ghana Music Awards) Artiste of the Year. With a career spanning decades and a legacy etched in the annals of Ghanaian music history, Okyeame Kwame’s aspirations carry the weight of experience and […] The post I must win Artiste of the Year
President of the Canada branch of the Professionals Forum (PROFORUM) of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Prof. Victor Wutor has predicted what he terms an electoral tsunami come December 7. The Professor of Biotecnology at the Rhodes University has therefore charged members of the NDC to stand ready. Speaking at the Diaspora Townhall Forum […] The post 2024 Election:
Sydney Nii Ayitey Tetteh, Executive Vice President, Energy and Infrastructure at Stanbic Bank Ghana, has emphasized the important role of financial institutions in the soon to be implemented wholesale electricity market. He made this statement at the Electricity Market Conference held at the Volta Residence, Akuse in the Eastern Region. The Electricity Market Conference had […] The post Stanbic
Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has urged the government to diversify companies it cannot maintain and run efficiently. According to him, there are a number of government companies and entities that are struggling that can do well with private partnerships. He disclosed this during the commissioning of a 430-kilometre natural gas pipeline by Genser Energy […] The post Don’t
Victor Manuel Rocha, a former United States diplomat, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison after admitting to acting as an agent of Cuba, in what the US Department of Justice has called one of the highest-reaching and longest-lasting infiltrations of the US government. According to US prosecutors, Rocha secretly supported Cuba’s governing Communist […] The post Former
In the realm of US-Africa economic relations, the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) stands as a pivotal legislation designed to foster trade and investment between the United States and eligible Sub-Saharan African countries. Since its inception in 2000, AGOA has sought to support economic growth and sustainable development by providing duty-free access to the […] The post Assessing
The family of late Nollywood actor, John Okafor, widely known as Mr. Ibu has set June 28 as the burial date for the late comic actor. The post Mr. Ibu’s burial date announced first appeared on 3News.
Popular Ghanaian actress Joselyn Dumas has stated that budget cuts shouldn’t be the reason for creatives to die. Nigerian actor Junior Pope died in a boat accident on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. In the final video the late Nollywood actor shared online before his death, he could be seen riding a boat without a life […] The post Budget cuts shouldn’t
The World Bank (WB) is expecting an upward progression of Ghana’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to hit 5.0% by 2026. This follows a projected 2.9% marginal GDP growth for Read More... The post Ghana To Return To 5.0% GDP Growth – WB appeared first on
Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum Ghana’s education sector is reaching a watershed moment as the country sees unprecedented growth in Senior High School (SHS) enrolment. As of March 18, 2024, Read More... The post SHS Enrolment Goes High appeared first on DailyGuide
Credit to the private sector by banks will continue to squeeze due to the Bank of Ghana’s high Credit Reserve Ratios (CRR). This is one of the key findings and conclusion of a research paper by banking consultant, Dr. Richmond Atuahene and data and research analyst, Isaac Kofi Agyei. The report titled ‘Thirsty Banks: Ghana’s […] The post BoG’s
… experts perspectives from “the dialogue“ The power sector in Ghana has been plagued by persistent challenges, including electricity crises that have had significant ramifications on the nation’s economy and livelihoods. In recognition of the urgency to address these issues, The Dialogue, a platform created by the Graduate Students Association (GRASAG) National Secretariat is dedicated […] The post
In the past few years, the whole world has faced changes – or one might even say structural shifts – in the economy, society, logistics and other areas. The new state of business relationships require completely different approaches and business decisions. Global challenges have forced different countries to implement projects and initiatives that would allow […] The post
The Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has criticized the government’s expenditure in the health sector, emphasizing the alleged dubious spending on digitalization initiatives amounting to GH¢2.67 billion. In a social media post [X] on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, Ablakwa expressed concern over the state of healthcare in Ghana, highlighting various challenges […] The post Ablakwa
Fresh data from the Bank of Ghana (BoG) shows banks still favour investments in government securities over and above extending credit to the private sector, meaning that businesses have access to less purchasing power in real terms. Governor Ernest Addison, in a press briefing for the 117th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meetings, revealed that compared […] The post Editorial:
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