In May 2024, renowned African filmmaker Kunle Afolayan announced his plans to shoot parts of his upcoming Netflix series, Aníkúlápó, in Ghana. This exciting news gained momentum on Tuesday, July 23, when Afolayan shared numerous photos on social media, documenting his location-scouting efforts in Ghana. Location scouting, also known as location recce, is a crucial […]

Feenam Industries paid a courtesy call to the Ga Mantse Nii Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, in Accra on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, to introduce its latest product line, Peeva Beverages. The visit highlights the company’s dedication to building strong relationships with local leaders to enhance their market penetration and sustainability. In an interview with Citi […]

The Parliamentary candidate for the New Patriotic Party in the Agona East constituency Hannah Asamoah says the removal of a joint billboard of NPP Presidential candidate Dr Mahamudu Bawumia and herself will not affect her chances in the 2024 elections. About eight individuals including the Regent of Mankrong Junction Nana Ababio II were dragged to […]

The Minister for Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif, has dismissed claims that some 40 hotels are yet to be fully paid after the All African Games. His comment comes after the Ghana Hoteliers Association threatened to sue the Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Local Organising Committee (LOC) over the unpaid funds after accommodating […]

The Minority in Parliament has criticized the Majority caucus for its calls for the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama, to debate Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party’s flagbearer, ahead of the December polls. On Wednesday, July 24, the Majority caucus reiterated their calls for Mr. Mahama to accept a debate […]

Cuts International, a consumer advocacy group, has urged the government to avoid burdening Ghanaians with both the road tolls and the Electronic Transfer Levy (e-levy) simultaneously. The government during its mid-year budget presentation, announced plans to reintroduce road and bridge tolls in 2025. This is in addition to the continued collection of the E-levy, which […]

Ghana’s oil revenue has increased to US$840m in the first half of 2024. This amount represents a 36% increase compared to the US$540 million recorded during the same period in 2023. The total petroleum revenue receipts consist of proceeds from oil liftings, corporate tax, surface rental, as well as interest on the Petroleum Fund account. […]

Some 18 people were killed after a plane crashed and caught fire while it was taking off from Nepal’s capital of Kathmandu on Wednesday. The pilot, who is currently receiving treatment in hospital, is the only survivor of the fatal accident. Nineteen people were on the Saurya Airlines test flight, including technical staff members of […]

Some 18 people were killed after a plane crashed and caught fire while it was taking off from Nepal’s capital of Kathmandu on Wednesday. The pilot, who is currently receiving treatment in hospital, is the only survivor of the fatal accident. Nineteen people were on the Saurya Airlines test flight, including technical staff members of […]

Prof Ahmed Jinapor Abdulai, the Acting Director General of the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC), has declared that the ‘parity of prestige’ issue raised by the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) members has been addressed. Since June 14, 2024, CETAG members from all 46 colleges of Education in the country have been […]

The Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) has withdrawn all its services following the government’s directive to freeze their July salaries. The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) on July 22, instructed the Controller and Accountant General’s Department to suspend the salaries of all striking CETAG members, except for the Principals, for July 2024. […]

Minority Leader Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has expressed disappointment in the 2024 Mid-Year Budget Review, stating that it reflects the governing New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) impending transition to the opposition. Dr. Ato Forson’s comments came after Finance Minister Dr. Amin Adam presented the review on Tuesday, July 23, highlighting the government’s efforts to reverse negative […]

Members of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) walked out on the Deputy Education Minister, Prof Kingsley Nyarko, to express their disappointment over the government’s failed promise of providing laptops to teachers nationwide. According to GNAT, there is growing resentment among its members as they urge the government to immediately address their concerns. The […]

The Acting Director General of the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has emphasised the importance of supporting faith-based organizations to advance Ghana’s educational sector. He highlighted the significant role these organisations play in the country’s education system and stressed the need for additional support to further their impact. In a conversation with Umaru Sanda Amadu […]

The Member of Parliament for Binduri, Abdulai Abanga has accused the National Democratic Congress (NDC) of masterminding an attack on a branded constituency vehicle of the New Patriotic Party in the area. Three masked men on Monday, allegedly poured petrol into the MP’s campaign vehicle and shot into it, setting it ablaze. Speaking to Citi […]

Afrobeat star Davido has gifted Music executive Ubi Franklin a brand new GAC car worth over $48,000.   The exciting news was shared on Franklin’s Instagram story, where he expressed his appreciation for Davido’s generosity and reaffirmed his love for the singer. This generous gift is part of Davido’s partnership with a car dealership. To […]

The Minister of State at the Ministry of Energy, Herbert Krapa, has announced that the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) will resume operations within the next three months. According to Mr. Krapa, the resumption date was agreed upon by TOR management. He expressed the government’s commitment to ensuring production at TOR, stating that a strategic partner […]

The National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) is demanding the removal of the Executive Director of the National Schools Inspectorate Authority (NASIA), Dr. Haggar Hilda Ampadu. NAGRAT argues that the authority has failed to work closely with the various teacher unions. The association is also questioning why the authority has sidelined trained teachers under the […]