By: Peter MARTEY AGBEKO, (APR) In the bustling heart of Accra, Ghana, a visionary leader is redefining the landscape of higher education. Professor Fred McBagonluri, President and Provost of Academic City University College (ACC), embodies a remarkable fusion of engineering prowess, inventive genius, and literary talent. His journey from a curious child in La Bawaleshie […] The post Fred

Government is ramping up its anti-corruption agenda with the announcement of a bold new reform package and the commitment to develop a second National Anti-Corruption Action Plan (NACAP II), following the conclusion of the first 10-year plan this year. The renewed drive was announced during the launch of the final independent evaluation report of NACAP […] The post Gov’t renews

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A landmark visit by a delegation of 10 senior leaders and faculty members from three U.S. community colleges to Ho Technical University (HTU) has opened new avenues for international academic collaboration and student mobility between Ghana and the United States. The programme was conceptualized and facilitated by the Hilltop Global Group, a Washington D.C.-based Africa-focused […] The post Ho

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By Ronald Adom OPPONG Private Health Insurance is a legally approved channel for financing healthcare in Ghana in addition to the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) in Ghana’s quest to achieve universal health coverage. Ghana’s private health insurance sector provides coverage to about 2% of the population via 16 licenced companies across two thousand service […] The post You need a private

By: Ephraim Ofori NUMOSUOR The United States’ decision to impose a 10percent tariff on all imports marks a pivotal moment in global trade dynamics. While policymakers in Washington may argue that this move protects domestic industries and reduces dependency on foreign goods, the long-term consequences could be far-reaching. This policy, rather than strengthening U.S. dominance, […] The post America’s

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has highlighted the urgent need for a $165 million investment to digitally map Ghana’s land, calling the initiative a “game-changer” for the country’s land administration system. During a recent visit to the new headquarters of the Lands Commission in Accra, the Minister emphasized that the […] The post $165m

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In the world of softball, Bayley Bonso-Bruce is a name that resonates with excellence. This talented young athlete has been knocking it out of the park since she was eight years old, and her passion for the sport is contagious. As a member of the Riverside High School varsity team in Leesburg, Virginia, Bayley has […] The post Beyond the States: softball extends its reach to Ghana first

By: Joshua Worlasi AMLANU macjosh1922@gmail.com / joshua.amlanu@thebftonline.com Ghana’s economy is teetering on a tightrope. Inflation, which remains elevated at 22.4 percent, continues to challenge both the central bank and the government as both authorities implement measures to restore price stability. Following an expansionary fiscal stance in 2024 that created strong liquidity conditions, the Bank of […] The post Can

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An amount of 5 million U.S dollars from the National Health Insurance Authority is expected to fund the procurement of vaccines which will run out of stock in the next three months. The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh said this when he met with GAVI, The Vaccine Alliance, to discuss ways of strengthening vaccine […] The post I’ve asked NHIA to release

By: Jacques Otumfuo & Albert Derrick Fiatui (CIMAG) Global maritime trade is the invisible engine behind more than 80% of world trade by volume. In the wake of a prolonged pandemic disruption, the past year has witnessed a cautious but encouraging rebound. The narrative of 2024 has been one of both resilience and transformation. As […] The post Ports and Trade: Lessons

Vice Chairperson of the Defence and Interior Committee of Parliament Peter Lanchene Toobu has urged the security agencies to request the release of his colleague, Reverend John Ntim Fordjour, by the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, for investigation. This follows recent claims by the Assin South MP and Ranking Member of Parliament’s Committee on Defence […] The post Drugs