The Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) has adopted amendments to its constitution at its 2nd Biennial Conference in Accra. The conference which was attended by MUSIGA executives from all over the country was opened by the Deputy Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Honorable Mark Okraku Mantey. In his speech, the deputy minister charged MUSIGA […] The post MUSIGA amends
AngloGold Ashanti’s Obuasi mine has long been recognized as the bedrock and financial pillar of the Obuasi economy over the years. The mining company stands as the largest employer and a primary source of livelihood for most households in Obuasi. Efforts have been made by stakeholders, including the Obuasi Municipal Assembly, to reduce the economy’s […] The post Obuasi
AngloGold Ashanti’s Obuasi mine has been the bedrock and financial pillar of Obuasi’s economic activities for decades, serving as a major source of revenue and employment for the community. The mine, in operation since 1897, has significantly contributed to the development of the town and its surrounding areas by supporting various social and environmental initiatives, […] The post Obuasi
Former Assembly member for Asem Electoral Area, Thomas Ekow Sackey, is staging a comeback with a mission to serve his people. He has since filed to contest in the upcoming local election, slated for December 19, 2023. Popularly known as Ogede, he believes among the three people contesting the election that, he is the right […] The post Ogede wants Asem electoral area seat back appeared first on
The Niger State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education has warned students to desist from attacking their teachers with dangerous weapons. The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Dr Hadiza Asabe Mohammad issued the warning in a statement signed by the Information Officer, Jibrin Usman Kodo. Frowning at attacks on teachers by students, the commissioner […] The post ‘Stop
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
The Kumasi Traditional Council, presided over by the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has sought clarity from the Education Minister, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, on the conduct of teacher licensure exams, which became the centre of recent controversy. This occurred during an Ashanti Regional House of Chiefs meeting in Kumasi, where the sector minister was […] The post Education
In a sobering analysis of government’s 2024 budget, WaterAid Ghana highlights a concerning 68% reduction in allocation for the Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources (MSWR) compared to the previous year. The total budget for MSWR plummeted from GH¢1,847,454,545 in 2023 to a mere GH¢591,052,380 in 2024. This drastic reduction is primarily attributed to a […] The post
The Director of the Ghana School of Law (GSL), Yaw Oppong, has urged further discussions following the Supreme Court’s decision on the Numo Nmashie Family land case. Speaking on the Citi Breakfast Show on Thursday, December 14, Yaw Oppong emphasized the potential impact on numerous Accra communities, stating, “It is a huge land, and you […] The post Supreme
The Director of the Ghana School of Law (GSL), Yaw Oppong, has called on Parliament to carefully consider criticisms and proposed amendments surrounding the controversial lithium mining deal. Pressure on the government has intensified amid concerns that the agreement shortchanges Ghana’s resource potential and long-term benefits. Public debate has erupted around the $250-million project in […] The post Lithium
The Kumasi Traditional Council, presided over by the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has sought clarity from the Education Minister, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, on the conduct of teacher licensure exams, which became the centre of recent controversy. This occurred during an Ashanti Regional House of Chiefs meeting in Kumasi, where the sector minister was […] The post Education
AngloGold Ashanti, Absa Bank, and MasterCard Foundation Unveil Business Exposure Tour under Business Acceleration and Sustainability Project (BAST) in Accra. AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited-Obuasi Mine (AngloGold Ashanti) on September 14, 2023, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Absa Bank Ghana Limited marking a significant step in the pursuit of four key projects aimed at […] The post AngloGold
Ghanaian actor, Samuel Yaw Dabo, has shared insights into his conversation with colleague Don Little following an incident where his colleague accidentally hit a motor rider with his car. Contrary to media reports suggesting Don Little’s arrest, Yaw Dabo clarified, stating, “I spoke to Don Little after the incident, but he was not in police […] The post Yaw Dabo
The Minister of Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, has emphasized President Akufo-Addo’s unparalleled commitment to education, showcasing a remarkable record of systematic improvement since 2017. He asserted that the current administration’s educational performance over the past six years surpasses that of earlier administrations in the last 14 years, with positive changes occurring from school to […] The post We’re
The Assembly member for the Santeo Electoral Area, Samuel Abbrey, has stated that some victims of the recent demolition on a ten-acre land, which left over a hundred homeowners homeless, are currently taking shelter in his house and with other neighbours. According to him, despite several attempts to engage the alleged estate developer to find […] The post Santeo
The Calvary Charismatic Center (CCC), led by its Resident Pastor, Joshua Obeng, last Friday presented 15 bags of rice, five boxes of cooking oil, three boxes of tomato puree and three boxes of pilchards in sauce to the Ghana Blind Union (GBU). Speaking succinctly at the ceremony held at the precincts of the church, Pastor […] The post CCC donates to Blind Union appeared first on The
Mr Douglas K. Mackenzie, Regional Rent Control Manager, has appealed to the Ashanti Regional Co-ordinating Council to assist his outfit to relocate its office accommodation to a suitable location in Kumasi. According to him, the present office located at the last floor of a two story building is not only in a deplorable state, but also not favourable […] The post Kumasi Rent Control
The Adansi Development Association, in collaboration with Rotary Club Accra and the Health directorates of Adansi North and Asokwa districts have jointly organised a free health screening exercise for residents in AdansiAsokwa and surrounding communities. It is aimed at bringing quality healthcare services to the doorsteps of the people by preventing diseases among the residents in the various beneficiary communities […] The post Adansi
A day’s symposium on Gender-based Violence, under the theme: “Invest to Prevent Violence against Women”, has taken place at Obuasi in the Ashanti region. Organised by AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mines, the Programme, which was heavily attended by women in particular, sought to bring out the many problems women go through and how to address them. […] The post AngloGold Moves To Address
In the highly anticipated Super “2” clash at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium, Kumasi Asante Kotoko emerged victorious against arch-rivals Accra Hearts of Oak in the 14th match week of the Ghana Premier League. For the first time in the last three seasons, this fixture witnessed five goals, with the Porcupine Warriors securing a win […] The post Steve
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