The Western Regional Minister and Member of Parliament (MP) for Takoradi, Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah, the Mayor of Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis, Mumin Issah and EffiaKwesimintim Municipal Chief Executive, Kojo Acquah on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 officially opened the city up for all Christmas activities to begin. In 2019, Sekondi-Takoradi was declared a Christmas City by the city […] The post City
The Bono Regional Minister, Madam Justina Owusu-Banahene, has expressed worry about the transformation of the region into a savannah zone, due to illegal logging of timber from the region’s forest reserves. According to her, the once flourishing forest belt of the Bono region, boasted of the fertile farmlands that produced abundant food supplies for both […] The post Bono Region transforming
The Ghana Journalists Association has launched the 3rd African Media Convention (AMC), which is scheduled to take place in Accra, in May 2024. The African Media Convention is currently the largest gathering of media stakeholders and policymakers on the continent. The Convention, an initiative of The African Editors’ Forum (TAEF), is designed to safeguard the […] The post Ghana to host 3rd
As part of efforts to boost marine operations at Ghana’s Ports, the Ghana Ports and Harbors Authority (GPHA) has commissioned two new Damen tugboats to add to its fleet of tugboats. The two heavy-duty tugboats which can berth any post panamax vessel were christened after two former Directors General of the Port Authority, namely Group […] The post GPHA
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Takoradi, Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah has submitted to the House of Parliament to consider, as a matter of priority, the creation of Assembly Members’ Common Fund.He made the suggestion during a debate in the House on December 7, 2023. The MP, who is also the Western Regional Minister, argued that […] The post T’di MP calls for creation of
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Ablekuma West, Ursula Owusu Ekuful, has declared her intention to seek re-election for the fourth time to represent the constituency in parliament. She has announced her plans to obtain nomination forms and participate in the upcoming parliamentary primaries once the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) opens nominations. The NPP […] The post Ursula
The Bono Regional Minister, Justina Owusu-Banahene, has challenged graduates to be smarter, quicker, and faster in the job space to contribute to national development without compromising their values and sense of self. According to the Minister, as graduates continue flinging their caps in joy and picking up certificates, ready for the job market, they should […] The post Let
The 2023 edition of Ghana’s Media Capacity Enhancement Programme (MCEP) has commenced.The program, aimed at equipping journalists with essential skills and knowledge, was opened by the Minister for Information, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, at a ceremony organised by the University of Media, Arts and Communications (UniMAC) in Accra yesterday. In his keynote address, Minister Oppong Nkrumah […] The post 2023
The National Ambulance Service has decried the insufficient fuel supply, coupled with frequent fluctuations in fuel prices, affecting the smooth delivery of its service. The Ambulance Service is appealing to the government to consider providing a dedicated source of funding to enable the effective delivery of its service. The institution made this known to the […] The post Ambulance
Ghanaian highlife maestro, Kwabena Kwabena, has voiced his reservations about the feasibility of the Play Ghana initiative, expressing skepticism regarding its practicality in light of what he perceives as financial challenges within the music industry. At the press conference, the Creative Arts Agency explained that the initiative was aimed at getting the general public and […] The post Kwabena
Following the blueprint of many successful nations, the Government of Ghana looks to shore up the consumption of locally produced goods and services by restricting imports of selected 22 strategic items. This move is also intended to empower local industries, bolster the cedi’s performance, create employment, increase domestic revenue among other positive economic outcomes. A […] The post Right
About 189 Artisans have received start-up tools from the Ghana National Petroleum Company (GNPC) and Aseda Foundations, to start their businesses after successfully passing NVTI Examinations and acquiring certificates in various trades. The examinations bordered on various trade areas including; Steel Bending, Interior Decorations, Event Decoration, Spraying, Beads making, Make-up, Motor Vehicle Electricals, Motor Vehicle […] The post 189
The Health Committee of Parliament has revealed that an amount of $1.4 billion would be required to complete all ongoing Agenda 111 projects. The committee says that as of November 2023, over $251 million had been spent on the hospital projects, with 90 out of 102 at various stages of construction. The Ranking Member on […] The post About $1.4bn needed to complete
Kumasi-based broadcast journalist, Nicholas Osei-Wusu, is keenly contesting the District Level elections on Tuesday. He is aspiring to represent the constituents of the Nintin-Hwidiem Electoral Area, in the Mampong Municipality of the Ashanti region. Osei-Wusu, a Regional Correspondent and an Editor-in-Chief of the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) in Kumasi, is a native of Nintin, the gateway […] The post GBC
Nicholas Osei-Wusu An award-winning journalist and GBC Ashanti Regional correspondent, Nicholas Osei-Wusu, has declared his intention to contest for the Nintin electoral area in the Mampong Municipality in the Read More... The post Journalist joins Assembly Race In Nintin
Westline Entertainment, organizers of the prestigious Western Music Awards have slated 24th December, 2023 for the seventh edition of the awards which celebrates creative arts players from and operating in Western and Western North Regions. Sponsored by Medimafo Herbal Center, the seventh edition of the awards will be held at the Kingstel Hotel at Apolo […] The post 7th edition of Western
The Queen Mother of Ho-Dome, Mama Atrato II, has asked the Ho-Dome EP Basic School management and pupils to participate in the talented Kids programme to give children exposure. According to her, she was prepared to help the children to participate in the talented kids programme to expose their hidden talents. The charismatic Queen mother […] The post Ho-Dome Basic School celebrates first homecoming
Ghanaian winger Osman Bukari has positioned himself strongly for a spot in the Black Stars’ 2023 AFCON squad following an impressive performance during Crvena Zvezda’s (Red Star Belgrade’s) UEFA Champions League campaign. Despite Red Star Belgrade’s exit from the competition at the group stage, finishing at the bottom of Group G with just one point, […] The post Osman
The Bono Regional Minister, Madam Justina Owusu-Banahene, has set up a development committee to raise funds for the construction of the first-ever footbridge, to control the increasing rate of pedestrian knockdowns in Sunyani, the regional capital. The 30-member committee, comprising representatives from religious and Christian organisations, and the business community, are tasked to raise funds […] The post Minister
Parliament on Tuesday approved the sum of GH¢149 million for the Office of Special Prosecutor (OSP) for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024. Madam Diana Asonaba Dapaah, the Deputy Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, moved the Motion for the House to approve the Budgetary allocation for the OSP. Mr Kwame Anyimadu-Antwi, the Chairman for […] The post Parliament approves GH¢149 million
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