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Jul 21
In a hard-hitting interview with Fareed Zakaria on CNN, UK Member of Parliament and leader of the Conservative Party, Kemi Badenoch, made strong remarks about the abuse of the UK’s immigration and asylum system, insisting that British tolerance is being exploited under current rules. “Other countries that are Muslim, they don’t tolerate this sort of […]
Jul 19
Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has reiterated Ghana’s commitment to strengthening regional cooperation in the fight against financial crimes, urging West African institutions to evolve in response to new threats. She made the remarks during the opening of the Second Extraordinary Ministerial Meeting of the Intergovernmental Action Group Against Money Laundering in West Africa […]
Jul 19
An audit report by Deloitte has uncovered that the National Cathedral Secretariat spent more than $103,000—approximately GHS1.5 million—on rental accommodation for Rev. Victor Kusi Boateng, a key figure in the cathedral project, over a two-year period. The payments covered rent for a luxury property located at Glover’s House, 31 5th Link Road, Cantonments, and spanned […]
Jul 17
The Ministry of Health has confirmed the disbursement of GHS 462 million in training allowances to over 120,000 nursing students across Ghana. This allowance covers a six-month period and fulfills a key campaign promise made by President John Dramani Mahama. Payments began today and are scheduled to continue until next Friday, marking a major step […]
Jul 17
The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has intensified its nationwide crackdown on the misuse of academic titles, formally directing eight high-profile individuals to cease using titles such as “Dr.” and “Professor” that they have not earned through accredited academic processes. The directive is part of GTEC’s ongoing effort to uphold academic integrity and protect the […]
Jul 17
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially reinstated Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) in all Senior High, Technical, and STEM schools nationwide. The move follows a directive from President John Dramani Mahama and is aimed at reinforcing stakeholder collaboration in the delivery of quality education. In a press release signed by Daniel Fenyi, Head of Public Relations […]
Jul 16
The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, has openly criticised the now-defunct Power Distribution Services (PDS) agreement, describing its collapse as the result of greed and political meddling rather than a fundamentally flawed concept. Speaking on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at the Government Accountability Series in Accra, Mr. Jinapor said the idea of […]
Jul 16
The Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has inaugurated a new seven-member Board to steer the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC), underscoring government’s commitment to combatting sophisticated financial crimes in Ghana. The newly constituted Board is chaired by Mr. Mike Kofi Afflu, with Mr. Albert Kwadwo Twum Boafo serving as Chief Executive. Other members include […]
Jul 15
Ghana’s gross international reserves have climbed to an unprecedented US$11 billion in the first six months of 2025, far exceeding the International Monetary Fund’s target of US$493 million for the period. According to the Bank of Ghana, the country’s gold holdings also surged, rising from 8.8 tonnes in mid-2023 to nearly 33 tonnes by June […]
Jul 14
Former President Nana Akufo-Addo, and former President of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan, visited the Nigerian High Commissioner’s residence in London to pay respects to the family of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. The two former leaders joined a growing list of dignitaries and sympathizers from across Africa who have traveled to London following the announcement […]
Apr 23
At the 2025 Kwahu Business Forum held on Saturday, April 19, Ms. Margaret Ansei, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Enterprises Agency (GEA), made a compelling case for the urgent adoption of digital tools by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to drive efficiency and reduce operational waste. Addressing stakeholders from across the country’s private […]
Mar 31
A recent investigation by the BBC has exposed a disturbing trend of immigration scams targeting Africans desperate for work in the UK’s care sector. Rogue recruitment agents are exploiting a government visa scheme intended to bring medical professionals and care workers to the UK, preying on vulnerable individuals with promises of lucrative jobs that never […]
Feb 17
South Korea on Monday announced an ambitious plan to secure 10,000 high-performance graphics processing units (GPUs) within this year as it seeks to strengthen its artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities amid growing global competition according to a Reuters report. “As competition for dominance in the AI industry intensifies, the competitive landscape is shifting from battles between […]
Feb 3
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has officially launched the 2025 DV plate, which is now available at all DVLA offices across the country. The new plate comes with enhanced security features aimed at preventing counterfeiting and ensuring a more secure vehicle registration and licensing system in Ghana. The DVLA emphasized that this initiative […]
Dec 16
Ghana’s economy has recorded its highest growth rate in six years, with provisional GDP data from the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) showing a 7.2% year-on-year increase in the third quarter of 2024. This marks a significant improvement from the 2.2% recorded in Q3 2023, underscoring a strong recovery trajectory and renewed economic confidence. Real GDP […]
Nov 14
Indian multinational Varun Beverages, spearheaded by billionaire Ravi Jaipuria, has taken a significant step in expanding its African market presence by acquiring PepsiCo’s bottling operations in Ghana for $15.1 million. The deal is part of a broader $169.6 million transaction, which also encompasses PepsiCo’s bottling facilities in Tanzania. This dual acquisition marks a strategic move […]
Nov 14
Five years after a catastrophic fire nearly destroyed Notre-Dame Cathedral, the iconic landmark is set to reopen to the public on December 8, starting with a mass attended by French President Emmanuel Macron. The official reopening will be preceded by a handover ceremony on December 7, in which President Macron will formally transfer stewardship of […]
Nov 13
In a recent interview on GHOne TV, Nana Akomea, Vice Chairman of the Bawumia Campaign Team, clarified Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s stance on key government policies, including the controversial Mobile Money (MoMo) tax and toll closures. Akomea explained that Dr. Bawumia has long advocated for a cashless economy, where even small transactions—such as buying food from […]
Nov 12
In a move towards eco-friendly public transportation, Metro Mass Transit Limited has taken delivery of 100 electric buses. This development follows Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia’s pledge made two months ago to introduce electric buses into Ghana’s public transit network by the end of the year. The new fleet is expected to streamline commuting with the […]
Nov 11
Taptap Send has announced the suspension of its operations in Ghana following an official directive from the Bank of Ghana (BoG). The directive, issued on October 31, 2024, mandates the temporary cessation of Taptap Send’s partnerships with Enhanced Payment Service Providers (EPSPs) and commercial banks across Ghana, starting November 8, 2024. The BoG’s decision follows […]
