By Emmanuel ACQUAH-SAM (Ph.D.) I write this article about a national cathedral for the God of Heaven and Earth with deep solemnity and humility. Since President Nana Akufo-Addo Danquah announced his intention to build it, the cathedral has been the subject of sacrilegious discussions domestically and internationally. For many, the point of contention has been […] The post The
Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Mustapha Gbande has said that the party has received an apology from a senior member Kwesi Ahwoi for his “anything can happen” comments at a nomination party for Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang. He says although the comment is unfortunate, the apology should be enough. “I think that […] The post Kwesi
On Thursday, March 14, Ghana and other West African countries experienced a disruption in internet services, one of which has never occurred. The post Internet disruption: Check out faulty Submarine cables which have occurred in Ghana in the last 10 years first appeared on 3News.
All the Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) that have restored 100% internet capacity, are still relying on the cables that were not impacted by the disruptions, the National Communications Authority (NCA), has said. The NCA says the four subsea cable landing service providers – ACE, MainOne, SAT-3 and WACS, that were hit, are still down. Addressing […] The post The
The National Communications Authority (NCA) has expanded its satellite licensing regime to include recent broadband satellite services, according to the Director General at NCA, Dr. Joe Anokye. At a media briefing on Sunday, March 24, to update the country on the recent internet disruptions occasioned by the undersea cable cuts, Mr. Anokye indicated that the […] The post NCA
The Vice President and Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has urged members of the NPP Diaspora branches to come together and rally behind the NPP for victory in both the 2024 Presidential and Parliamentary elections, regardless of who they supported in the Presidential and various parliamentary primaries. Speaking at the […] The post You’ve
The National Youth Organiser of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), Salam Mustapha, has charged the party to unite, stating that infighting and apathy are becoming a hindrance to their victory in the 2024 polls. He made the remarks at the inaugural ceremonies of the regional campaign teams for Greater Accra, Central, Western and Western […] The post 2024 Polls: Let’s
A Tanzanian delegation was in the country to understudy the operations of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) in the petroleum downstream sector. The five-day visit by officials from the Tanzanian Ministry of Energy and the fuel agency was focused on NPA”s effective regulation and administration of the petroleum downstream, which according to them, proved to […] The post Tanzanian
Six elected Ashanti Regional executives of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) have lodged a formal complaint against Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as ‘Chairman Wontumi.’ The executives claim that his alleged neglect of responsibilities is adversely affecting the party’s progress in the region. The petitioners include the 1st Regional Vice Chairman, 2nd Regional […] The post NPP:
A leading member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Ashanti Region, Chairman Odeneho Kwaku Appiah (COCA) has expressed serious concern about the party’s unity and strategy for the 2024 general elections as the race for a running mate continues to threaten efforts. With the selection of Dr Mahamudu Bawumia as the party’s flagbearer […] The post Expedite
By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The tourism sector generated approximately US$3billion during the 2023 operational year from inbound tourist arrivals, against a projected US$3.4billion, according to the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA). At the launch of the 2022 Tourism Report last year, the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MoTAC) and the GTA set a target of attracting […] The post Tourism
The University of Northampton through its Fresh Produce Impact Hub (FRESHPPACT) has held stakeholder discussions to engage key stakeholders on the research solutions being developed by the university and its partners to help address plastic pollution in Ghana. It is estimated that 840,000 tons of plastic waste is generated in Ghana annually, with limited recycling […] The post University
Rev. Solomon Kotey Nikoi The National Executive Council (NEC) of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has officially nominated Rev. Solomon Kotey Nikoi as the Parliamentary Candidate for the La Read More... The post NPP NEC Endorses La MCE As Parliamentary
The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has disclosed that road crashes for the first two months of January and February 2024 saw a slight increase. The Director-General of the NRSA, Ing. David Osafo Adonteng, at the launch of the 2024 Road Safety Easter Campaign, disclosed that 2,260 road crashes were reported involving 3,910 vehicles, with […] The post 369
The Director-General of the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), Ing. David Osafo Adonteng, has reiterated that ‘Okada’ operations remain illegal. This statement follows promises made by the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress, John Mahama, that he would legalise the operations of commercial motorbikes popularly known as okada when he interacted with residents of Worawora […] The post ‘Okada’
The opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) is demanding an immediate audit of the electoral materials for the Electoral Commission (EC) by private audit firm KPMG. The calls from the largest opposition party come on the back of the EC’s confirmation that five laptops have been stolen after a routine check of its equipment. Speaking on […] The post NDC calls for audit of EC after 5 missing
The National Communications Authority (NCA) has announced the reinstatement of the Digital Television Receiver Conformance Regime to ensure the quality and compliance of digital television receivers, such as set-top boxes and integrated digital TV sets, sold in the country. This move aims to improve the overall user experience and protect consumers from substandard products. NCA, […] The post NCA
Dr. Bawumia with executives of the Chamber and other government officials The Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry has embraced a number of policies Vice President and Flagbearer Read More... The post Chamber
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced its decision to establish new developmental national teams in line with the National Football Philosophy. This move, made in consultation with the Technical Directorate, aims to fully implement the country’s football strategy and philosophy. The GFA Executive Council has resolved to create four new developmental national teams for […] The post Ghana
The Director General of the National Communications Authority (NCA), Dr Joe Anokye, has stated that he anticipates Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) to offer compensation to subscribers for any losses incurred due to the recent internet disruptions. However, he noted that the MNOs are independent entities and will need to make this decision before the Authority […] The post Internet
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