The flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has promised to revert the names of public universities which were renamed by the Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo government to their original names if the NDC comes into office in 2025. Mahama accused President Akufo-Addo and his party, the New Patriotic Party (NPP), …

The Jospong Group and Russia’s RUDN University recently formalized their collaboration by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at facilitating the pursuit of master’s degrees by 600 Ghanaian students. The academic focus will be on agribusiness, solid waste management, and climate change. Commencing this year, the partnership will commence …

The Director General of the Ghana AIDS Commission, Dr. Kyeremeh Atuahene, has credited the Free Senior High School policy for the 50% drop in HIV infection and teenage pregnancy cases in the country. According to him, the policy has enabled more girls to enrol in secondary schools. He cited the …

In a shocking development, the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) finds itself in a dire financial situation as its agro products, essential for the upcoming cocoa season, are being auctioned due to a failure to pay a staggering GH¢3.9 billion in duty to the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). This development, could …

In January 2024, the government introduced two new taxes, adding to the fiscal landscape of the country. These tax measures were announced as part of efforts to shore up revenue and support various developmental projects and initiatives. The first tax introduced was the controversial 15% Value Added Tax (VAT) on …

Ghana is set to make a debut appearance at the 26th edition of the IKA/Culinary Olympics, the world‘s largest international exhibition for culinary skills. Taking place from February 2 to 7, the event sees participation by professional chefs from all over the world – be they young or master chefs …

Angel FM’s Kofi Jerry has disclosed the background story to the viral video of Black Stars defender, Mohammed Salisu angrily gesturing to a Ghanaian journalist in the aftermath of Ghana’s 2-2 draw with Mozambique. A video in circulation on social media captures the AS Monaco defender making some gestures towards …

Heirs Energies MD/CEO, Osa Igiehon (left) and Chairman of Heirs Energies Limited, Tony O. Elumelu   Significant Milestones in Production Growth, Transformational Community Engagement, and a Sound Safety Record   Heirs Energies, Africa’s foremost indigenous-owned integrated energy company, commemorated its three-year anniversary.   In a short timescale, Heirs Energy has …

Anthony Pile   The UK- Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC), a member-based trade association that promotes trade between the UK and Ghana, has released the 5th edition of its annual Ghana Business Environment and Competitive Survey Report for the year 2023.   Over 690 businesses, including UKGCC member and non-member …

Traders at the Keta market in the Volta region have lamented the excessive cost of egg prices due to the lack of poultry farms in the area. This, they said, was affecting their businesses due to the inadequate availability of eggs in the area, compelling them to buy from other …

The Oil Palm Development Association of Ghana (OPDAG) has said incidents of oil palm products-smuggling into the country is intensifying despite several complaints made to designated authorities. President-OPDAG, Samuel Avaala, told B&FT that smugglers have been using unapproved routes while others take advantage of the ECOWAS Trade Liberalisation Scheme to …

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has granted its approval for Ghana to receive an additional $600 million in the second tranche of a $3 billion, 36-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) Arrangement. The announcement, made in a statement on Friday, January 19, 2024, signifies the successful completion of the First review, …

The University of Cape Coast has indefinitely shut down its hospital effective Today, January 19, 2024, over the strike by senior staff. The Senior Staff Association of the Public Universities in Ghana (SSA-UoG) and the Federation of Universities Senior Staff (FUSSAG) on Wednesday 17 January 2024, declared an indefinite nationwide …

      The Central Regional House of Chiefs has declared its overwhelming endorsement and support for the Ewoyaa Lithium Project, describing it as a major milestone in the harnessing of Ghana’s mineral resources and an opportunity for unprecedented development in the region.   The resounding approval of the revered …

The Brakwa-Breman Rural Bank PLC, located in Brakwa in the Asikuma-Odoben-Brakwa District of the Central Region, has indicated its readiness to intensify adoption and integration of modern technologies, in a bid to deliver innovative financial services to customers. According to the Board Chairman of the bank, Alexander Koomson, Brakwa-Breman Rural …

A letter from the Ministry of Finance has showed that the government has been changing Value Added Tax (VAT) on a section of electricity consumers in the country. The letter, which was signed by the Minister for Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, and addressed to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and …

Hon. Hawa Koomson Campaign Team Refutes Allegations of Involvement in Journalist Assault; Urges Swift Investigation The Hon. Hawa Koomson Team strongly denies any involvement in the incident reported on January 4, 2024, concerning the assault on Mr. David Kobbina, a journalist from Cape FM. We categorically reject the claim that …

    In its annual tradition of extending goodwill to the community, UBA Ghana through the UBA Foundation once again demonstrated its commitment to humanity through the Food Bank Initiative, distributing Christmas goodie bags to the residents of Madina.   The Bank shared hundreds of the goodie bags as well …

    Bolt, the leading on-demand platform in Africa, has hosted a Driver-Led Safety Summit in Accra, Ghana. This event culminates the series of discussions that Bolt has had with key industry stakeholders and underscores Bolt’s commitment to foster a culture of safety, responsibility, and community engagement within the transportation …

The International actor Boris Kodjo has stated that the Bible needs amendment. Speaking on Starr Chat with Bola Ray the International actor stated that he believes in the word of God but there should be some changes. “I prescribe to a lot of things in the good Book and I think that …

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has published its timetable for the 2024 year to provide certainty to the markets. The MPC meetings are to assess current economic conditions and the inflation outlook. After deliberations, the monetary policy rate decision is finalized by a vote …

The Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, has criticized former President John Dramani Mahama’s recent allegations of widespread cheating among the recent West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) graduates. In a live video shared on social media, Abronye asserted that …

Economist, Prof John Gatsi, has disagreed with President Akufo-Addo’s assertion that the nation’s economy has turned the corner and on its way to growth. According to the Dean of the School of Business of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Ghana’s economy has not turned any corner. “Definitely, not so,” …

President Akufo-Addo has called on Ghanaians to ensure that the nation holds a free, fair and transparent 2024 general election. In his Christmas message to the nation, President Akufo-Addo indicated that it is incumbent on the Ghanaian people that the nation choses a new leader for the next four years. …

Pope Francis has not permitted Roman Catholic priests to bless same-sex marriages, the Ghana Catholic Bishops Conference has said. It follows a widespread misconceptions arising from the publication of the document “Fiducia Supplicans” by the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith on 18 December 2023 which states that priest …

  Puma Energy, a leading global energy company, celebrated Make a Difference Day by making a generous donation to the Dzorwulu Special School in Accra. This initiative is part of Puma Energy’s ongoing commitment to ‘energizing communities by making a positive impact in the lives of the communities they operate. …

  The United Bank for Africa (UBA) Ghana on Friday, December 15, 2023 cut sod for its new state-of-the-art head office building project located at West Cantonments in Accra. The event was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including government officials, customers of the bank, project consultants, architects, engineers, religious leaders and …

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has distinguished itself in stablising the cedi despite the recent economic challenge, President Akufo-Addo has said. Speaking at an end of year cocktail in Accra on Thursday (14 December), Akufo-Addo commended the bank for ensuring a sound financial system in Ghana. “The Bank of Ghana has …

President Akufo-Addo has directed the Minister for Health, Kwaku Agyeman Manu, to as a matter of priority, liaise with stakeholders in the healthcare sector to find a lasting solution to the funding challenges associated with the training of post-graduate doctors in the country. He gave this directive in his address …

  Qualcomm Incorporated has announced the completion of the first year of the Africa Innovation Platform, a suite of mentorship, education, and training programs created to support the development of Africa’s emerging technology ecosystem. The platform has provided resources and support for local universities, ten small-to-medium sized startups, and grant …