Safety on most major roads across the country is being compromised owing to non-functioning of streetlights. In Kumasi, the situation according to city authorities, continue to contribute to the surge in pedestrian knockdowns and fatalities. Records from the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) indicates, between January and June 2024, more than 186 pedestrians have died […] The post Darkness

Bank of Ghana seeks to promote financial inclusion and, on that basis, encourages all citizens of legal age to own a bank account or mobile money account. As part of the Know-Your-Customer policy, during account opening, financial institutions require certain information from you (the customer) to be able to identify and contact you when the […] The post Bank of Ghana explains

The Minister for Transport, Mr Kwaku Ofori Asiamah has said that a well-defined policy has been put in place to ensure a sustainable and efficient transportation system in the country. According to him, the transport sector plays a crucial role in the daily lives of Ghanaians as it provides adequate access to goods and services […] The post Well-defined policy

As Africa’s youth population continues to grow, with one billion projected to be aged between 15 and 35 years by 2063, food processing offers a sustainable avenue for youth employment, with the sector already responsible for almost a third of the total manufacturing employment in sub-Saharan Africa. A new report by the Malabo Montpellier Panel, […] The post Africa’s

A legal luminary, Tsatsu Tsikata has emphasized the fundamental importance of the rule of law in Ghana’s governance. Speaking on the critical need to uphold legal principles, Tsikata underscored that the rule of law, not the rule of force, should be the cornerstone of the nation’s administration. Tsikata pointed out that the increasing reliance on […] The post  ‘Rule

President Akufo-Addo has signed a historic Presidential Compact on Water and Sanitation, as part of the government’s commitment to improving public health, increasing climate resilience and ensuring that hard to reach communities have access to water, sanitation and hygiene services. Under the Presidential Compact, the third of its kind in Africa, the government will allocate […] The post Akufo-Addo

Delegates of the Convention People’s Party (CPP) will on September 4 go to the polls to elect a presidential candidate for the December 7 general election. The date was announced by the National Executive Council after leadership approved and cleared the candidature of two senior members of the party to contest. The immediate past chairperson […] The post CPP to elect flagbearer on September 4 first

The National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia has admonished the public to ignore the slogan of NPP that “the alternative is scary.” He said the fear of appointees of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) is that they shall be duly punished for all their loots, hence John Mahama’s coming […] The post ‘The

Ghanaian-born, U.S.-based gospel musician Mz Nana, known offstage as Nana Yaa Otchere, has added another accolade to her blossoming music career by winning the Gospel Artiste of the Year USA at the 2024 Ghana Music Awards-USA. The prestigious award, held at the Grand Resort Hotel, Mount Laurel, New Jersey, a significant recognition in the diaspora […] The post Mz Nana

Another breakdown of the elevators at the Surgical Block of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has forced the facility’s management to announce a suspension of elective surgeries until further notice. The management is confident that repair works on the elevator will be completed within a week. As a major referral center in the country, the […] The post We will resume elective surgeries

President Akufo-Addo has called for the establishment of an ECOWAS Standby Force to address terrorism, piracy, and coups in West Africa. Speaking at the Second International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEC) 2024, the President emphasized that no single country can tackle the growing threats of terrorism, violent extremism, organized crime, maritime piracy, and cyber threats […] The post Akufo-Addo

The National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia has called on Asuogyaman constituents in Aboso, Npankadan and Nudu Aboasa communities, to retain Thomas Nyarko Ampem to help champion John Mahama’s governmental policies that will bring jobs, and livelihood to the area. Addressing the constituents, Mr Nketia highlighted on the manifesto ofbthe […] The post Vote

Fisheries Commission, the Ghana Standards Authority, and the Environmental Health and Sanitation Department of the Local Government Service have created a framework for safe fish certification and licensing scheme to regulate and ensure hygienic fish processing in the country.   Under this scheme, fish consumers will operate under a code of conduct to meet health […] The post National

The running mate to the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearer, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh (NAPO), has appealed to the people of Sekyere Afram Plains in Ashanti Region to reciprocate the huge investments made in their area by the NPP government by voting massively for Dr. Bawumia on December 7. He recalled that the President Nana […] The post NAPO urges Afram Plains residents to vote

Asante Kotoko have announced the signing of Nigerian midfielder Fernando Wisdom Bassey on a free transfer. The 22-year-old has inked a three-year contract with the Porcupine Warriors, extending his stay with the club until 2027. Bassey, who will don the number seven jersey previously worn by Bernard Somuah, brings both experience and versatility to the […] The post Kotoko sign Nigerian

The Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) has said that a US$20M cash importation consigned to the Bank of Ghana (BoG) destined for Liberia is a legitimate transaction. CBL said that the importation of United States dollars is part of the Bank’s normal function, which is required to meet the needs of the economy, including the […] The post $20m

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has opened the Second International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEC) 2024, right here in Accra, at the Ghana Armed Forces Headquarters in Accra on Wednesday, August 28. The gathering brings together key stakeholders from across Africa and beyond to discuss and find solutions to the contemporary security challenges that confront […] The post Akufo-Addo

The Ghana Hydrological Authority has said that an amount of $5 billion is needed to effectively combat the country’s ongoing flood issues. Dr. John Kissi, the Authority’s Chief Executive Officer, presented this critical need to the Assurances Committee in Parliament on August 28. Dr. Kissi outlined that the current funding level falls short of what […] The post Ghana

As anticipation builds for the thrilling clash between Ghana’s Black Stars and Angola’s Palancas Negras in the first round of the AFCON qualifiers, football fans across Ghana are gearing up for what promises to be an electrifying encounter. The match, scheduled for September 5 at Kumasi’s iconic Baba Yara Sports Stadium, carries high stakes, not […] The post MoYS

Grammy Award-winning artiste, Angelique Kidjo, is set to release a new single titled “Joy” featuring Nigerian musician, Davido. The post Angelique Kidjo to drop new single ‘Joy’ featuring Davido first appeared on 3News.