The Ranking Member on the Foreign Affairs Committee of Parliament, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, is urging the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration to clear the backlog of passports as a means to deal with the illegal acquisition of the document. The sector minister, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, on an unannounced visit to the passport office […] The post Ablakwa

The National Labour Commission (NLC) has directed the government to immediately implement the agreed-upon terms of the conditions of service with the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG), as the prolonged strike continues to disrupt the education sector.. CETAG initiated the strike on August 1, citing the government’s failure to honor the NLC’s […] The post CETAG

To enhance decision-making for businesses to thrive, the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has announced that it will conduct a comprehensive census of informal and formal businesses across the country. The exercise according to the Service will be conducted in two phases with the initial one to be held in mid-October 2023 and the second phase […] The post GSS to conduct

Tricycle operators in Kumasi have begun to comply with the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly’s ban on their operations in the Central Business District (CBD). The KMA began enforcing the ban on tricycle usage in the CBD on July 25, citing the vehicles’ contribution to traffic congestion and safety hazards. The enforcement was intensified on August 1, […] The post Tricycle

Following the resounding success of their extraordinary journey from Accra to London by road, Wanderlust Ghana’s vehicles are currently en route back to Ghana, marking the culmination of an awe-inspiring adventure. The captivating expedition, which captured the imagination of audiences across social media platforms, featured a captivating array of vehicles that undertook the epic trek. […] The post Accra-to-London:

The Young Diplomats of Ghana (YDG) will today Wednesday, August 16, 2023, hold a roundtable discussion on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Accra. It will be on the theme “Financing Implementation of SDGs in Ghana: Successes, Gaps, and Prospects.” This roundtable dialogue forms part of the YDG’s advocacy initiatives to contribute to the implementation and […] The post YDG

A group calling itself concerned former employees of defunct GN Savings and Loans Limited is appealing to the Akufo-Addo government to restore the bank’s license to complement efforts in creating sustainable jobs. GN Bank which was under the Groupe Nduom brand lost its operational license after it was reclassified as a Savings and Loans firm […] The post Restore

There is growing public disapproval of Ghana’s involvement in contributing troops to the West African Standing Force to fight the military junta in Niger. Various civil society groups, academicians, politicians and security analysts have condemned the move, calling rather for diplomatic efforts to resolve the situation. The latest group to add its voice to the […] The post Don’t

In anticipation of the upcoming NPP Presidential Primaries, stringent measures have been put in place to ensure a fair and transparent election process. A comprehensive serialization system has been implemented to safeguard the integrity of the internal polls and prevent any potential victimization The awaited internal polls have been planned to hide the identities of […] The post NPP

The Accra Circuit Court will on September 5 this year resume hearing a stealing case involving a secretary of the Ministry of Energy and the Agricultural Development Bank. Regina Abanga, a secretary at the Ministry of Energy is accused of manipulating ATM machines belonging to ADB and withdrawing sums to the tune of GHC 287,775. […] The post Ministry of Energy

The National Identification Authority (NIA) has dismissed 10 staff members following investigations into allegations of misconduct, extortion of funds from Ghana Card applicants, and violations of NCA’s Standard Operating Procedures and applicable public service rules in the course of their duties as public officials responsible for registration activities. The decision by management to dismiss the […] The post 10

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is hoping to rake in some GH¢400 million from the new gaming tax.  The new tax seeks to charge 10 percent tax on bet and lotto wins.  Speaking to Citi News, a member of the Gaming Committee at the GRA, Spio Abedu said the taxes will be deducted at source.  […] The post GRA to rake GH¢400 million from gaming tax appeared first on

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) youth wing has announced a series of actions to force the government to withdraw the 10% betting tax. The decision comes in response to what they perceive as a burdensome taxation policy that unfairly impacts the country’s youth and the broader betting industry. The introduction of the 10% betting tax, […] The post NDC

Controversial Ghanaian politician Kennedy Agyapong has claimed that President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo harbours regret over the dismissal of former Minister of State at the Ministry of Finance, Charles Adu Boahen. Speaking in an interview on Face to Face on Citi TV, Mr Agyapong confidently stated that the President’s perception changed after viewing the investigative […] The post Akufo-Addo

Actor-turned-politician, John Dumelo has lost his mother. Announcing the passing of his mother, known as Mrs. Antoinette Ama Ampomah Dumelo in a Facebook post, the multifaceted actor said the incident occurred on Tuesday, August 15. The late Mrs Ampomah Dumelo turned 71 in January 2023. “My heart is broken. My dear mother passed away yesterday…my […] The post John Dumoelo loses mum appeared

The Mayor of Houston, accompanied by a delegation of 30 esteemed representatives, embarked on an insightful and culturally enriching visit to Ghana. Organized and skillfully coordinated by the GUBA Diaspora Network. This monumental trip aimed to strengthen ties between Houston and Ghana, foster collaboration, and explore new horizons for trade and cultural exchange. The journey […] The post Mayor

The Greater Accra Regional Security Council (REGSEC) has issued a two-week notice to persons unlawfully engaged in trading activities within the precincts of Tema Senior High School (TEMASCO) to evacuate or be forcefully evicted. The Chairman of REGSEC, Henry Quartey, complained about the increasing number of kiosks around the school during an engagement with Metropolitan, […] The post REGSEC

The Odai Ntow Customary Land Secretariat which administers the Odai Ntow family lands in Kwabenya, Ashongman, Agbogba, Dome, Haatso and Katapor on Tuesday cautioned all persons and families trespassing on its lands to desist from doing so or face their wrath. At a press conference held to set the records straight on what the family […] The post Odai

In 1877, a strategic decision to relocate the capital of the Gold Coast to Accra set in motion a transformative journey. Over the years, Accra has evolved into a bustling commercial hub, embracing the allure of urban living. This surge in urbanization has catalyzed an expansive urban sprawl, a phenomenon that brings both challenges and […] The post Navigating

Students of the Jasikan College of Education in the Oti region have complained bitterly about the unhealthy and insufficient food they are fed with on a daily basis. The students bemoaned the unhealthy food they have been eating since the beginning of the year, citing that the school’s management has been feeding them porridge without […] The post We’re