Legendary contemporary Highlife musician Ofori Amponsah, known for his hit song “Otoolege,” has emphatically denied rumours of a feud with legendary Highlife musician Daddy Lumba. Ofori Amponsah was catapulted to stardom in the late 90s when he was featured on a song by Daddy Lumba. The duo has collaborated on numerous hit songs, including “Anti […] The post Ofori

It was all smiles and joy for more than 1,150 aged and other vulnerable residents of Mepe in the Volta Region when businessman and Founder of the Class Media Group, Alhaji Seidu Agongo, donated a total of GHS 231,000 to them. Each of the 1,158 selected victims of the Akosombo Dam spillage, made up of […] The post Aged, widows smile as Seidu Agongo donates

Having staged two successful music events in Accra and Bolgatanga, Ghanaian rapper Dr. Pushkin has dared to test the waters in the US. Under the North2South Experience franchise, the event seeks to bring Ghanaian artists in the Austin, Texas, Area and their American counterparts to the same stage. The event will be held inside the […] The post Dr Pushkin takes

Secretary of State for California, H. E. Shirley Weber, is urging Ghanaian students to prioritize academics as a catalyst for instrumental change in the future. Addressing students during a welcome durbar at the St. Johns Grammar Senior High School, she emphasized the need to strive for success, regardless of one’s personal restraints. Dr. Shirley Weber, […] The post California

Security Analyst, Adiib Saani has recommended doubling Ghana’s Police Force to accommodate potential challenges that may arise with the implementation of a 24-hour economy. According to him, it is important to scrutinize the security aspects of this innovative economic model, as existing conversations have not adequately addressed potential loopholes in the scheme. Currently, the police-to-citizen […] The post Tackle

Security Analyst, Adiib Saani has recommended doubling Ghana’s Police Force to accommodate potential challenges that may arise with the implementation of a 24-hour economy. According to him, it is important to scrutinize the security aspects of this innovative economic model, as existing conversations have not adequately addressed potential loopholes in the scheme. Currently, the police-to-citizen […] The post Tackle

The annual Obuasi Trade and Exhibition show, dubbed the ‘Obuasi Trade Show,’ will take place between 21st and 26th December 2023. The sixth edition of the event is expected to provide a platform for business owners in the country to exhibit their products to potential buyers. Over the years, the Obuasi Trade Show has been […] The post Obuasi trade and exhibition

The Tema Region of the Electricity Company of Ghana has started a mass meter replacement project to provide customers with upgraded prepaid meters that function remotely without an intermediary. The project aims to replace all prepaid meters that use cards, where credit had to be loaded onto the cards, and the cards had to be […] The post Tema ECG embarks on meter replacement appeared

Campaign Coordinator for the Vice President in the Ashanti Region, Dr. Ayew Afriyie, says the New Patriotic Party’s flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, will, in the coming weeks, unveil better and alternative policies ahead of the 2024 general elections. He refuted claims that Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia is spending time attacking former President Mahama rather than talking […] The post 2024

Economist Prof. John Gatsi has suggested that electricity is essential if the 24-hour economy proposal by the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, is to be implemented. He believes part of the manufacturing sector will be disincentivized if constant electricity is not provided to ensure effective production. The economist also mentioned […] The post Electricity

RoadMaster, a road traffic and safety not-for-profit organization, has partnered with the Motor Traffic and Transportation Division of the police in Tema. As part of strategies to drive home road safety lessons, they organized a free kenkey party attended by about 200 motorists. Motor Riders Union, GPRTU, and ride-hailing app drivers were among the key […] The post RoadMaster,

Ghana’s public debt has fallen to GHS 567.3 billion as of September 2023. This is a GHS14.2 billion decrease compared to the GHS 581.5 recorded in June 2023. According to latest data from the Bank of Ghana, the new public debt figure represents 66.4 percent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Comparatively, the public debt stock […] The post Ghana’s public

The November 2023 Summary of Economic and Financial Data by the Bank of Ghana has put the depreciation of Ghana’s currency – the cedi – at 25.8% as of November 2023. Per the data, the cedi had remained relatively stable between March and September 2023, selling at GHS 11.01 and GHS 11.13 to a dollar, […] The post Cedi loses 25.8% of value to dollar – BoG

Sir Sam Esson Jonah, a distinguished mining industry icon, has been honoured with a Doctor of Science Degree by the University of Mines and Technology, UMaT, for his pioneering, unmatched, and outstanding contribution to the mining Industry. Sir Sam Jonah, who for a very long time was the Manager of then Ashanti Gold Fields, received […] The post Sam

The Ashanti Regional Chairman for the Association of Ghana Industries, Kwasi Nyamekye, has described the 24-hour economy as an incentive for Ghanaian industries. Despite lauding the initiative, he believes that the decision by industry players to adopt this initiative will depend on demand and supply. According to him, a boost in this sector would inadvertently […] The post 24-hour

The World Health Organization has confirmed sexual transmission of monkeypox in the Democratic Republic of Congo, particularly in its northern and central regions. According to the WHO, the spread of this epidemic was mainly driven by transmission via sexual contact among men who have sex with men. The WHO has indicated that the initial cases […] The post Monkeypox spreads

A member of the communications team of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), Nana Akomea, has stated that what the country needs is an enhancement of public services, not a 24-hour economy. This was in response to former President Mahama’s idea of a 24-hour economy. Nana Akomea, speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on November 25, stated […] The post Improve provision of

Electrochem Ghana Limited has allocated large portions of its concession to citizens of Ada to mine salt. The move is aimed at curbing the menace of Atsiakpo (Salt galamsey), which led to the destruction of the Ada Songhor Lagoon. The decision aligns with the company’s assurance of creating opportunities for citizens in Ada, thereby helping […] The post Electrochem

Construction on the Torkpo resettlement centre in the Shai Osudoku District of the Greater Accra Region being put together by Citi FM/Citi TV is progressing steadily and is expected to be completed within the next few days. The resettlement centre is an initiative led by Citi FM/Citi TV and is generously supported by donations from […] The post Citi FM/Citi TV’s

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has strongly condemned the ongoing unrest in Sierra Leone, calling for the arrest and prosecution of perpetrators. In a statement issued on Sunday, November 26, ECOWAS reiterated its calls for “zero-tolerance for unconstitutional change of government.” It expressed its commitment to supporting the government and people of […] The post ECOWAS