One person has been killed and 10 others injured after a cable car cabin collided with a broken pole and burst open in southern Turkey. Passengers plummeted to the ground following the crash on Friday evening after the supporting pylon collapsed near Antalya. The whole cable car system was immobilised while emergency workers tried to […] The post Dozens stranded, ten injured, one

The Minister for Finance, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam has stated that the effective implementation of the programme with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is yielding some good results. He says the country is now witnessing relative macroeconomic stability and seeing signs of economic recovery. Speaking at a joint IMF, Ministry of Finance, Bank of Ghana, […] The post Govt

US President Joe Biden has condemned the Iranian drone attacks on military facilities in Israel, reiterating Washington DC’s “ironclad” support and a coordinated Group of Seven (G7) diplomatic response, even as reports started to emerge that he is also seeking to de-escalate the situation. Biden cut short a trip to Delaware and returned to the […] The post Biden vows US support for Israel

Somali pirates have released a Bangladesh-flagged vessel and its 23-member crew after a ransom was reportedly paid. The MV Abdullah was carrying coal from Mozambique to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) when it was hijacked off Somalia’s coast about a month ago. The pirates alleged that they received $5m (£4m), but there is no independent confirmation […] The post Somali pirates free

With the progress in technology these days, forest management is going toward using more computer-based tools to help make and carry out long-term plans. Different computer techniques, like linear programming and heuristic programming with heuristic rules, are used to find the best way to schedule and simulate things so that they work better and faster. […] The post Feature:

An “inevitable” global surge in prostate cancer is coming, with a worldwide doubling of cases to 2.9 million and an 85% increase in deaths to nearly 700,000 by the year 2040, TheLancet Commission on Prostate Cancer warned this week. At a meeting of urologists in Paris, the commission said the acceleration is already underway in high-income countries such as […] The post Prostate Cancer

The Minister for Finance, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam has assured that sufficient control and monitoring mechanisms have been put in place to ensure key targets under the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme are met, even though 2024 is an election year. He said that the government remains committed to the effective implementation of the IMF […] The post IMF

Electricity is a fundamental aspect of modern society, powering homes, businesses, and industries around the world. In Ghana, the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) plays a crucial role in providing reliable and affordable electricity to the people. However, in recent years, ECG has faced challenges in meeting the growing demand for electricity and ensuring a […] The post Feature: Measures To Address Dumsor 

Hearts of Oak came from behind to beat Karela United 3-1 as Abubakar Ouattara’s side bounced back from consecutive defeats to return to winning ways. Hamza Issah’s double and a belter from Salim Adams ended the Phobian’s three successive defeats in the Ghanaian top-flight. The visitors went in front after just 2 minutes after Dafie […] The post Hamza Issah scores

The Member of Parliament for Wa West, Peter Toobu, says the statements and conduct of Interior Minister Henry Quartey since he assumed office are provoking senior Police officers against the Inspector-General of Police and the Police Management Board (POMAB). Toobu highlights that during the Minister’s recent visit to the Police Headquarters and his announcement regarding […] The post Interior

Dreams FC dealt another blow to Asante Kotoko as the Porcupine Warriors’ season continues to spiral downward. Kotoko suffered a 2-0 defeat in Dawu on Sunday afternoon, extending their winless streak to seven games, losing six in the process. Dreams themselves entered the game in a precarious position, languishing in the relegation zone. However, they […] The post Kotoko extend

Former President John Dramani Mahama has said that there are several opportunities that African leaders can take advantage of to make the continent self-reliant. He said this while urging the African leaders to work to ensure that the continent is more self-reliant. Mr Mahama was answering questions in a panel discussion during the 2nd edition […] The post We must be more self-reliant

The youth of Offinso Kayera in the Ashanti Region are calling on the Minister for Food & Agriculture, Bryan Acheampong to serve ‘home’ as their chief following the death of Karikari Wiafi-Ababio. At a press conference, the group believed Dr Bryan Acheampong, a royal from the Ayensua Kokoo Asona Abusua royal gate, will champion development. […] The post Offinso

Rotary International has conferred its most prestigious fellow’s medal on the Inspector-General of Police Dr George Akuffo Dampare. The prestigious Paul Harris Fellow’s medal was conferred on the IGP during the Rotary International District 9104 Official District Conference in Kumasi which the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu attended. This recognition celebrates Dr Akuffo Dampare’s exceptional leadership […] The post Rotary

Injaro Investment Advisors, a private capital fund manager, has announced a EUR 2million equity investment in Nouvelle Mici Embaci, one of the leading packaging companies in Côte d’Ivoire and Francophone West Africa. This marks the second investment made by the Injaro Ghana Venture Capital Fund(IGVCF) , and the Fund’s first investment in Côte d’Ivoire. Nouvelle […] The post

As President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia will partner with the private sector to train 1 million Ghanaian youth in information technology skills such as software developers to provide job opportunities worldwide, the Director of Communications for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Richard Ahiagbah, has said. This, he said, will enable Ghana to take full advantage of […] The post Digital

The fastest-growing bank, OmniBSIC Bank, has emerged stronger in the aftermath of the debt restructuring program, with an impressive performance that resulted in one of the biggest profitability ratios in the banking sector last year. The bank’s profit rose by 218 percent to GH¢150.6 million in 2023, indicating a significant turnaround from the loss suffered […] The post OmniBSIC

Former president John Dramani Mahama has called on African leaders to embrace a visa-free regime, facilitating seamless travel across the continent. Speaking at the Afro-Heritage Conference in Lagos, Nigeria, the NDC flagbearer emphasized the importance of such a policy in fostering regional integration and economic growth. The former President also opines that by removing barriers […] The post Mahama

The Ministry of Finance and the Bank of Ghana have shown a steadfast commitment to a set of policies right from the beginning of the implementation of the $3 billion programme with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) under very difficult circumstances, Governor of the central bank, Dr Ernest Addison has said. He stated that they […] The post $3bn deal: We are beginning

Victor Manuel Rocha, a former United States diplomat, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison after admitting to acting as an agent of Cuba, in what the US Department of Justice has called one of the highest-reaching and longest-lasting infiltrations of the US government. According to US prosecutors, Rocha secretly supported Cuba’s governing Communist […] The post Former