The African Union Business Council (AfBC) and the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) have signed a memorandum of understanding to boost agribusiness in Africa. The partnership was announced at the 8th Agricultural and Science Week held in Durban, South Africa. The President of the African Union Business Council Dr Amany Asfour in her […] The post AfBC,FARA sign
Mobile communications have had a significant impact across society in Ghana, leading to digital inclusion and, as a pioneering country in mobile financial services, also driving financial inclusion. This blog explores the path towards digitalization and how digitalization is a catalyst for sustainable growth. Accelerated digital transformation driving societal development In recent years, digitalization has […] The post Digitalization
The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) held its 11th joint graduation ceremony for its students on June 8, 2023. In total, 71 Master’s degree students and 3 PhD students from Ghana, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Mali, and Nigeria graduated. The ceremony was held under the theme “Centering African Peace and Security Thought […] The post Kofi
Citi News understands that Professor Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng, former Minister for Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation, is being investigated by the Office of the Special Prosecutor for alleged corrupt activities linked to his role as Chairman of the inter-ministerial committee on illegal mining. According to Citi News sources close to the Office of the Special Prosecutor, […] The post OSP
In line with its efforts to preserve the environment and ecosystems, Pernod Ricard Ghana, a subsidiary of the Pernod Ricard group, a leading producer of wines and spirits, in collaboration with Green Republic Project has targeted to plant 10,000 trees over the month of June. The project was launched in Moree, in the Central Region, […] The post Pernod Ricard Ghana’s
The 2020 Presidential Candidate for the Progressive People’s Party (PPP), Brigitte Dzogbenuku, has described the late author, Professor Ama Ata Aidoo, as a woman with an interesting perspective on life. “I like her writing, and we studied some of her books in school, so getting to meet her in person was exciting and a good […] The post Prof
Nova Wellness Center, a leading chiropractic and wellness clinic in Ghana, honoured some patients and members of the facility as part of activities to mark its 10th anniversary. The event, held on June 1, 2023, in Accra, brought together many patients and members who were recognized and presented with citations for their unwavering support over […] The post Nova
The Northern Regional Security Council (REGSEC) has given the firmest assurance yet about its resolve to maintaining the present stability in the region, as the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) prepares to begin drilling an oil and gas exploration well in the Voltaian Basin next year. The Voltaian Basin spans about 460 communities in 13 […] The post Northern
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), Ghana has bemoaned the rampant and frequent road crashes The Institute called on stakeholders to collaborate to prevent such crashes to save human life. Below is the Institute’s full statement SUBJECT: ADDRESSING THE ALARMING RISE OF NEEDLESS ROAD TRAFFIC CRASHES AND BOAT DISASTERS IN GHANA The Chartered […] The post Chartered
The Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abu Jinapor, has hinted that the agrarian nature of the African economy and low adaptation capacities make the continent vulnerable to the climate change crisis. Although Ghana and most African countries are the least contributors to climate change, the Minister noted, the continent stands at a higher […] The post Africa
About 14 Catholic choirs from the Obuasi Municipality, Obuasi East District, and Adansi North District thrilled patrons at the third edition of Jubilate, an annual choral festival, held at St. Philip’s Catholic Church in Tutuka in the Obuasi East District of the Ashanti Region. The event was a resounding success, with patrons treated to a […] The post Catholic Choirs
The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) says it is working closely with relevant state agencies to ensure the safety of consumers following the outbreak of anthrax in parts of the Upper East Region. The FDA says it has strengthened its food emergency response plan and will work with other agencies to ensure public safety. Deputy […] The post FDA collaborating
Eyewitness News, Wednesday, 7th June, 2023 The post Eyewitness News, Wednesday, 7th June, 2023 appeared first on Citinewsroom - Comprehensive News in Ghana.
Renowned economist, Kwame Pianim is advocating for the country to restructure its finances and organizations to enable it to develop steadily. He believes this will enable the country to wean itself from dependence on institutions such as the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Pianim made the comment while highlighting the importance of investing in peace in […] The post Restructure
Benedict Bentil, Snr Manager, Enterprise Marketing & Portfolio Mgt., MTN shares valuable insights on diverse ways of ‘Taking Advantage of the E-business Environment.’ The post Citi Business Festival on-air series Day Three | Wednesday, 7th June, 2023 appeared first on Citinewsroom - Comprehensive
The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Henry Quartey, has announced that there are plans to modernize several market centres in the Greater Accra Region. This decision comes in response to a series of fire incidents that have occurred in various markets within the region. Speaking after donating an amount of GH¢90,000 to help over 40 traders […] The post Henry Quartey
The Inspector General of Police, Dr. George Akufo Dampare, paid a courtesy call on the management of Citi TV/Citi FM today, June 7, as part of efforts to strengthen the relationship between the security service and the media house for the betterment of the nation. During the meeting, both parties engaged in fruitful discussions on […] The post IGP Dampare meets
Citi Breakfast Show, Wednesday, 7th June, 2023 The post Citi Breakfast Show, Wednesday, 7th June, 2023 appeared first on Citinewsroom - Comprehensive News in Ghana.
Filmmaker Kwaw Ansah has urged the youth to emulate the late former poet and writer, Professor Ama Ata Aidoo. He said the late Professor was passionate about Africa’s emancipation and that he had conversations with her on that subject until her death. “So whenever I heard she was in town, I would go to see […] The post Emulate late Prof. Ama Ata Aidoo
Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in the education sector have objected to the government’s decision to replace textbooks with laptops in Senior High Schools (SHSs) across the country. Their objection follows Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s announcement that textbooks and other teaching materials would be installed on the laptops for use during lessons, with the aim […] The post Laptops
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