Fadu, a Dutch-born Ghanaian-Nigerian artist has called for compassion and leniency towards young and upcoming artistes in the entertainment industry. Faduad Hammond (Fadu), in an exclusive interview with a Ghanaian Journalist, Evans Kweku Oboafi Junior (HARDROCK), on March 10th shared her insightful perspective on the challenges faced by the …

  The Adentan Constituency of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is mourning the loss of Prince Kwabena Badu, a dedicated member who passed away suddenly. In a show of support and appreciation for Prince Kwabena Badu’s contributions to the party, HON. OFORI ATTA, the incoming Constituency Chairman, has generously offered …

  The Chief Executive Officer of Hollywood Jek Ventures and PRESTEA OUR MOTHER LAND GROUP who triples as a Building Contractor, Mr Anthony Ekpe Kofie has this week donated snacks including bottles of Fandango, Fanmilk and Tampico worth thousands of cedis to about 500 school children in prestea to equip …

Introducing Ghanaian pencil artist Esther Kumi Appiah, an Ostech student. Esther Kumi Appiah, a talented young artist from Ghana, is making waves with her incredible pencil drawings. Born on August 7, 2007, in Cape Coast, Esther’s artistic journey began at the tender age of 12, when she discovered her passion …

The Dormaa Central Constituency organizer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Dominic Adoma, has attributed the alarming incidence of examination malpractices among students during external examinations to the West African Examinations Council (WAEC).   He chastised WAEC for the persistent withholding of examination results, underscoring that they must bear …

Kumawu The member of Parliament for the good people of Kumawu Constituency, Honourable Ernest Yaw Anim has on Monday rewarded this in his Constituency to enhance education in his Constituency.   The 2025 Kumawu MP’s Teachers Awards which took place on Monday, 17th February, 2025, is set to recognise and …

  UBA Ghana has been recognized with three top awards by the Global Business and Finance Magazine Awards: • Best Digital Bank Ghana 2025 •Best ESG & Sustainability Bank Ghana 2025 • Bank of the Year – Corporate & Commercial Banking Ghana 2025 These awards reaffirm UBA Ghana’s leadership in …

  This Valentine’s season, Bolt is bringing fun, romance, and humor together in an exciting new campaign in partnership with Silverbird Cinemas. With the theme “Break Up with Your Car, Not Your Date”, this initiative encourages riders to ditch the hassle of driving and let Bolt handle their ride to …

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) General Secretary, Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, has sounded the alarm on the state of Ghana’s economy under the Akufo-Addo administration, emphasizing the need for stringent measures to revamp the collapsed economy. This stark reality is a far cry from the lofty expectations surrounding his much-touted economic …

    BY Emmanuel Akonnor, Policy Analyst/Communicator   When I first saw the picture capturing the newly appointed Greater Accra Regional Minister and Mr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, the chairman of the Jospong Group of Companies, having a tête-à-tête, it was clear that Manasseh would launch a tirade of abrasive attacks …

Mr. Jacob Amuah, the Coordinator of the Unified Petroleum Price Fund (UPPF), is facing increasing scrutiny over allegations of financial misappropriation, with the latest controversy surrounding the missing GHC 1.3 billion UPP cash. Reports suggest the funds were allegedly distributed among some top past political appointees. The latest development indicates …

The Minority in Parliament has hinted at its decision to petition the International Monetary Fund (IMF) over the appointment of Dr. Johnson Asiama as the Governor of the Bank of Ghana. This comes after the Minority raised concerns about his nomination, questioning the legality of his actions and the integrity of his appointment. …

A fierce debate has erupted over the future of Ghana’s road tolling system, with stakeholders divided between a return to manual or semi-manual toll collection and a full embrace of digital tolling. At the center of this controversy is African Industrial Solutions, a company reportedly linked to Roland Agambire, which …

It was arguably the biggest red carpet trend of 2024, dominating the Academy Awards, the Met Gala, and everything else in between. The naked dress, embraced by celebrities ranging from Elle Fanning to Kim Kardashian, Doja Cat to Charlize Theron, has become an eyebrow-raising red carpet fixture. At last year’s …

The First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Maxwell Opoku-Afari, has proceeded on leave pending the end of his contract. A notice shared by the Central Bank noted that his leave takes effect from February 5, 2025. “This has received the approval of H.E President John Mahama,” the …

The National Identification Authority (NIA) has announced updated fees for the registration of the National Identification Card, also known as the Ghana Card, at designated registration centres. According to a notice posted on the NIA’s official Facebook page on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, the charges for services such as first-time …

The High Court has ordered the West African Examination Council to release the withheld results of candidates who sat the West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination in 2024 immediately. The court held that the examination body failed to state the alleged malpractices or examination irregularities indulged in by the …

A student has passed away at Saboba Senior High School (SHS) in the Northern Region following a fire outbreak at the girls’ dormitory block. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, and it also destroyed several personal belongings and properties, leaving the school in a state of …

  Hon Caesar Ofosu Acheampong, former parliamentary candidate for the Offinso North constituency and current aspirant for District Chief Executive (DCE), has assured residents that he will provide the requisite leadership devoid of partisanship for the development of the Assembly and pledged to make youth unemployment his top priority.   …

In a swift move to address the current food shortage in schools in the country, the government of Ghana under the leadership of President John Dramani mahama has disbursed a total of GHS 200 million to the Ghana Education Service (GES). This announcement was made by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the …

President John Mahama has appointed Dr. Randy Abbey as the acting Chief Executive of the Ghana Cocoa Board. In a letter signed by the Secretary to the President, Dr. Callistus Mahama, it said this in accordance with Article 195(1) of the Constitution and Section 12(2) of the Ghana Cocoa Board …

A Ranking Member of the United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, Senator James E. Risch, has noted that Ghana owes American companies approximately $251 million. He added that the repayment of these debts will significantly influence the future relationship between the two countries. Senator Risch urged Treasury Secretary Janet …

  Cashew traders and exporters Association in Ghana are raising alarm over the detrimental impact of unauthorized individuals on their businesses.   These traders claim that their livelihoods are being threatened by “Foreigners” who are allegedly manipulating the market by purchasing cashew crops at inflated prices, undermining established trade practices …

The Minister-designate for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has reiterated his stance on the abolishment of the controversial Electronic Transfer Levy (E-Levy). Speaking during the ministerial vetting on Monday, January 13, 2025, Dr. Ato Forson stated that he would seek to abolish E-levy as Finance Minister if he is given the …

The University of Ghana (UG), Legon, Accra, has released its undergraduate admissions for the 2024/2025 academic year. This was communicated via a statement dated Saturday, January 11, 2025, signed by Director, University of Ghana Academic Affairs Directorate, Lydia Anowa Nyako-Danquah (Mrs). “Applicants are kindly advised to check the status of …

President John Mahama has hinted that food items initially stored in warehouses to address drought situations will be released to second-cycle schools to tackle the food shortage. The president, who described the feeding challenge as an “emergency,” said it was important that the food items be diverted to the schools …

Fellow Akatamansonians, it is with great pride that we acknowledge the remarkable dedication and leadership of JNR JM, a stalwart member of the National Democratic Congress. JNR JM’s unwavering commitment to the party’s success has been a beacon of inspiration to countless others, embodying the values and ideals that the …

Hon. Lovelace Nana Arko Essiam, a stalwart of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Mfantseman Constituency, has congratulated the party’s rank and file for their resounding victory in the just ended presidential and parliamentary elections. In a heartfelt message, Mr. Essiam praised the party’s determination, commitment, and eagerness to …

On this special day, we celebrate the life of a devoted comrade, Mr. Edzi Isaac Kingsley affectionately called Edzi Tsatsu Akamba, the diligent Secretary of the Central Regional Youth Working Committee. We are proud of you having served in various capacities, driving growth and development in my community. Notably, Mr. …

President Akufo-Addo’s decision to organize the National Honours and Awards Ceremony, despite the NPP’s recent election loss, has raised eyebrows across the nation. The ceremony, held on December 30, 2024, aimed to celebrate individuals who have made significant contributions to Ghana’s progress. However, many argue that this move is tone-deaf, …