Education
Structure of Free SHS doesn’t promote quality education – Gyampo
Professor Ransford Gyampo, a political science lecturer at the University of Ghana, has criticised the current structure of the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy, arguing that it fails to uphold quality educational standards. According to Professor Gyampo, focusing the policy on academically talented yet financially disadvantaged students would alleviate the financial burden on the […]
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Anti-Gay Bill: Court’s use of discretionary powers unreasonable – Dafeamekpor
Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, the Member of Parliament for South Dayi, has expressed his intention to appeal a recent High Court ruling regarding a judicial review application he filed on the Anti-LGBTQ+ bill. According to him, the reason given by the court — the use of discretionary power — to throw out the appeal, is unreasonable. This […]
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Labour Ministry to meet TEWU today over Tier-2 pension arrears
The Ministry of Employment and Labour Relations is scheduled to hold discussions with the leadership of the Teachers and Educational Workers Union (TEWU) of TUC today over tier-2 pension arrears owed to members of the union. The union had previously set an April deadline for the government to resolve all outstanding payments owed to its […]
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Election 2024: We’ll reconcile party before December 7 – NPP
The governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) has expressed concern over the emergence of independent candidates among its members in some constituencies across the country. The national chairman of the party, Stephen Ntim, says the party will embark on a reconciliation exercise across the country to bring all failed and aggrieved members on board ahead of […]
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Etse Sikanku writes: The driver’s mate conundrum
There have been a lot of conversations about the use of the driver’s mate phrase by Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia. It has been the subject of widespread commentary sometimes bordering on ridicule, humour and attack. While this is all well and good, it has drowned the undergirding or larger point made by the Vice […]
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Dry Dorongo Dam leaves farmers in despair
Dorongo Dam, once a vital lifeline for communities within the Upper East Region, now lies barren, dried up entirely, leaving behind cracked soil and shattered dreams. Located in the heart of the Upper East Region, the Dorongo Dam was once a symbol of hope and prosperity for surrounding communities. Constructed in 1963, the dam served […]
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I’m not acting illegally as Minister of Health designate – Okoe-Boye
Dr. Bernard Okoe-Boye, the Minister of Health designate, has refuted claims of operating unlawfully within the Health Ministry amidst delays in his approval by Parliament. Concerns regarding the legality of his involvement in the ministry’s affairs have been raised due to pending parliamentary confirmation. However, addressing the press in Accra, Dr. Okoe-Boye asserted his legitimacy, […]
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Manhyia Palace Museum to reopen in May with expanded facilities, others
The Manhyia Palace Museum in Kumasi has scheduled its reopening on 1st May 2024 as part of the Silver Jubilee celebrations of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene (Asante King). Hosted by the Asantehene, the museum will unveil refurbished facilities and historic Ashanti heirlooms to the public in its new Homecoming exhibition. This momentous occasion marks […]
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Grave diggers call for enhanced lighting system to save Tafo cemetery
Poor lighting systems and lax security at the Tafo cemetery are paving the way for some unscrupulous individuals to invade the enclave to perpetrate nefarious activities. Some worried residents say only enhanced lighting can discourage grave looters and other ritualists from threatening the sanctity of graves in the area. Digging graves has become a daily […]
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GNAPS calls for urgent subsidy of BECE charges for private schools
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, […]
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Dumsor: We’ve not cancelled surgeries – Korle Bu
Management of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has denied reports that some critical surgeries were cancelled on Monday, April 29 due to power outages bedeviling the facility in recent times. Reports emerged in the media on Monday that patients requiring critical medical procedures were returned to their wards due to the power outages popularly known […]
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Black Sheep foundation announces Dela Seade as CEO
The Black Sheep Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and young adults, has announced significant changes to its leadership structure. The foundation has appointed Dela Seade as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Dela brings a wealth of experience in the media, creative, and lifestyle industries, as well as a passion for […]
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Wesley Towers Host Miss Kidi Ghana 4
The plush Wesley Towers auditorium (Methodist Headquarters), Accra will host the finals of this year’s Miss Kidi Ghana season 4. Organizers of the event, ASKOF Productions Limited, have given
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Opinion
“Such a time as this,” A man for the times; a man for the moment [Article]
The story of Esther and Mordecai is one of the greatest stories of the Bible for many reasons. There are a lot of lessons to be drawn from that powerful story but for now I’ll like to focus on something that struck me after listening to Esther 4: 14. There is a great spiritual lesson […]
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Stop presenting yourselves as reps of Akufo-Addo – Minority to Ministers-designate
The Minority in Parliament has called for Ministers-designate to refrain from assuming the role of representatives of the president, urging the Chief of Staff to revoke any unauthorized appointments of Minister-designates as presidential representatives. This request comes in response to allegations that the Chief of Staff created temporary appointments for Minister-designates awaiting parliamentary approval, designating […]
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Ejisu by-election: An NPP victory will pave way for Bawumia – Ahiagbah
The Director of Communications of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Richard Ahiagbah, has expressed confidence in the NPP candidate, Kwabena Boateng, securing victory in the Ejisu by-election. In a social media post on Tuesday, April 30, Ahiagbah encouraged the people of Ejisu to cast their votes overwhelmingly for Boateng. He emphasised that a win for […]
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#Number 12 exposé: Court unhappy with Prosecution’s delay tactics in commencing Nyantakyi’s trial
The High Court in Accra has observed with dismay the “delay tactics” being employed by State Prosecutors in commencing the trial of former president of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) Kwasi Nyantakyi. The Court was also unhappy about the substantive State Prosecutor’s request to prioritize an “official assignment” at the expense of the “prosecution of […]
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Akufo-Addo calls for African unity against maritime threats
President Akufo-Addo has called upon African leaders to unite in the fight against illegal activities plaguing the continent’s coastlines. He underscored the pressing necessity for collaborative efforts and collective accountability in tackling maritime security issues across Africa. Speaking at the inauguration of the second annual African Maritime Forces Summit (AMFS) and the third Naval Infantry […]
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Jury finds U.S. Army Major guilty over smuggled guns to Ghana
WILMINGTON, N.C. – A federal jury convicted a United States Army Major, currently assigned to Fort Liberty, on charges of dealing in firearms without a license, delivering firearms without notice to the carrier, smuggling goods from the United States, illegally exporting firearms without a license, making false statements made to an agency of the United […]
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