The Concerned National Service Scheme(NSS) Personnel Association of Ghana (CONSPAG) has announced a nationwide strike beginning today, Wednesday, July 3, 2024. The strike action comes in response to the prolonged delay in the payment of allowances owed to NSS personnel across the country. In a statement dated July 2, 2024, …
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NANA KWAME NKANSAH II built a modern maternity block worth GHC1.6 billion for the Jomoro community
Nana Kwame Nkansa ll, Chief of Jomoro in the Aowin Municipality of Ghana’s Western North Region, has constructed a Modern Maternity Block to serve the people of Jomoro and its surrounding areas. The Maternity Block is well-equipped with modern medical equipment in each ward. The Maternity Block consists of …
Read More »Acid attack victim, Martha Karikari seeks justice and support
When Martha Karikari Asiamah, the acid attack victim felt a harsh substance on her face and body four years ago, she screamed in pain. Her skin, she said, was literally boiling and melting away and to her dismay the cause was acid. To date, Ms Asiamah, now 23 years old, …
Read More »Ghana’s economy to grow by 3.1% in 2024 – IMF
The International Monetary fund’s (IMF) Mission Chief for Ghana, Stéphane Roudet, has noted that his outfit has revised its projection for Ghana’s economic growth this year. The Fund earlier projected that Ghana’s economy will grow 2.8 per cent this year and 4.4 per cent next year on the back of …
Read More »St. Rose’s Senior High School Akwatia Wins 2024 Eastern Regional Edition of Renewable Energy Challenge
St. Rose’s Senior High School in the Denkyembour District of the Eastern Region has emerged the winner of the 2024 Eastern Regional Edition of the Energy Commission’s Senior High School Renewable Energy Challenge. The challenge, which seeks to promote energy research and development among senior high school students, …
Read More »Freddy Blay, Kwame Blay Drag Okudzeto Ablakwa, Media General, Johnnie Hughes To Court For Defamation
Kwame Blay (left) and Okudzeto Ablakwa (right) In two separate law suits, former New Patriotic Party (NPP) Chairman Freddie Blay, and his son, Kwame Blay, have sued Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, for defamatory publications made against them, falsely implicating them in the supposed theft of State property. While the suit by …
Read More »International Monetary Fund warns US to address debts
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called on the United States to urgently address its growing fiscal challenges, critiquing the tax proposals of both presidential candidates just before their first electoral debate. In its annual Article IV assessment of the US economy, the IMF projected that the debt-to-GDP ratio could …
Read More »See how Sinaye Kotobe responds to Zee’s post, stating that she misses him dearly
Social media is bhabazing after Zintle Zee Mofokeng of BBMzansi Season IV, via Twitter, wrote that she misses so much. Knowing how the place works, she seems to be ready for them and doesn’t care anymore about social media rants. After the shippers give them, the naysayers claim that now …
Read More »Ghana’s contentious attempt towards educational equality is the Free SHS Policy – Explainer revealed
Ghana’s contentious attempt towards educational equality is the Free SHS Policy. This policy aims to provide free senior high school education for all Ghanaian students, regardless of their socioeconomic background. It has faced criticism for its implementation challenges and potential impact on the quality of education in the country. In …
Read More »Academic activities at Colleges of Education remain at a standstill due to CETAG strike
Academic activities across all 46 public colleges of education remain at a standstill as the strike action by members of the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) has entered its third week. The indefinite strike which started on June 14 was meant to push government to comply with …
Read More »Trade space dispute causes chaos at Kejetia Market
Unrest due to a disagreement over trading space at Kejetia Market has led to tensions between different vendors and market authorities. The situation escalated when physical altercations broke out, prompting the need for intervention from local law enforcement. A clash between trading groups at Kejetia Market in Kumasi on Monday, …
Read More »Fans Gift Reality TV Star Drill an iPhone 15 Pro and a Whopping GH₵25,000 as Welcome Money
Drill who featured in reality TV show, Perfect Match Xtra, was welcomed back with a brand new iPhone 15 Pro and an amount of Fifty Thousand Ghana cedis equivalent to GH₵25,000 courtesy his fans-Fan Drillex. This surprise was done at the early morning, at hotel room which left Drill in …
Read More »Sinaye Kotobe Claims the Title of BBMzansi ‘Top Boy’ Season IV
We can now say that the new ‘Top Boy’ of the fourth season of BBMzansi is Sinaye Kotobe, who is already very popular among viewers. While other male housemates like Mich, Makhekhe, Jareed, and Chuenza put up a strong challenge for him, his charm and popularity have made him stand …
Read More »Khosi Twala wins big at the just ended YOBA 2024
Khosi Twala grabs an international award and becomes the first Big Brother star to attain such feat. The organised award show had 16 winners in all including Khosi Twala. The winners were picked all over African continent with only 16 wining out of the lots. It is worth noting that …
Read More »Airbus releases its latest study identifying key unserved routes to boost air travel in Africa
Global aerospace and aviation leader Airbus has released an analysis detailing several key unserved African routes which could provide greater connectivity for travellers, drive economic growth in local economies, and provide a significant boost in revenue for airlines. The company also highlighted data on Africa from its latest Global …
Read More »GRA to ramp up enforcement of issuance of bonds/security in Excise Duty compliance requirements
Mr. Kwabena Apau Awua Anto Mr. Kwabena Apau Awua Anto, Head of the Ghana Revenue Authority’s (GRA) Excise Unit, has revealed that the GRA will soon rigorously enforce the Excise Duty law that requires manufacturers of excisable goods to issue a bond or security. “All manufacturers producing excisable …
Read More »Liema Pantsi’s unreleased track ‘Let Me Be’ is already a banger
The young lady we saw on Big Brother Mzansi Season IV, Liema Pantsi is about to unleash the biggest banger of her life, a new track titled ‘Let Me Be’. She has yet to drop the song, but it is already people’s choice. According to the South African young songstress, …
Read More »50 People acquire HIV every day – Ghana AIDS Commission revealed
An estimated 50 people are infected with HIV every day, the Ghana AIDS Commission has said. This alarming statistic highlights the urgent need for increased awareness and access to HIV prevention and treatment services in Ghana. Efforts must be made to address the root causes of the spread of HIV …
Read More »Unite in prayer: ICGC launches 40 days of power for global spiritual renewal
The International Central Gospel Church (ICGC) has announced a transformative journey of fasting and prayer, known as 40 Days of Power, set to begin on June 20, 2024. This annual event, which spans a 40-day period, involves believers across the world uniting in a spiritual journey of consecration, renewal and …
Read More »Samini To Perform At Live Konnect In Accra On June 29
Ghanaian reggae and dancehall artist, Samini, is all set to thrill music fans during the June edition of the popular entertainment event, Live Konnect. Multiple award-winning recording artist formerly known as Batman, will be performing alongside two of Ghana’s finest live bands, the Greatest Band, and the Groove House …
Read More »Taxi driver d!es in hotel room after checking in with s!de chick at Kasoa Akweley
A taxi driver from Kasoa Akweley believed to be in his early 30s, checked into a hotel room with his side chick and died under mysterious circumstances, and the lady is nowhere to be found. After playing hide-and-seek with him for some time, the man, whose name is Akwesi Yeboah, …
Read More »Jayson Tatum Biography, Career, Age, Height, Weight, Birth place, Education, position
Let’s dive into Jayson Tatum Biography, professional career, age, height, weight, birthplace, and position on his team following his outstanding performance at the 2024 NBA Finals where he was awarded the best player award. Biography of Jayson Tatum Jayson Tatum was born in St. Louis, Missouri in March 1998. He had …
Read More »Afua Asantewaa Lands Phyto Science Deal
Afua Asantewaa (left) Stem Cell therapy giants – Phyto Science has signed Afua Asantewaa of Guinness World Record (GWR) fame for two years subject to renewal effective June 16, 2024. At the brief but impressive signing ceremony at 2927, Tesano in Accra, Mr Bismark Osafo Boateng, Managing Director …
Read More »Elderly patient found in bush was a victim of a hit and run – Dr. George Kwame Prah
The Trauma and Specialist Hospital, Dr George Kwame Prah in Winneba has filed a detailed incident report concerning the tragic death of an elderly woman who was allegedly abandoned by the hospital, leading to her demise due to administrative issues. The hospital’s Medical Director, Dr. George Kwame Prah, revealed that …
Read More »Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng immortalised
On Tuesday, June 11, as Professor Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng stood pondering the significance of this once-in-a-lifetime ceremony, he was heaving with emotions. He had just witnessed the unveiling of a bust mounted in his honour by the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, which he once headed as Chief Executive, and the National …
Read More »‘We’ll take the needed steps to investigate and address theft issues at KIA’ – GACL
Ghana Airports Company (GACL) has responded to recent concerns raised in an article regarding thefts from unattended luggage at Kotoka International Airport (KIA). GACL emphasized that they take security very seriously and will implement various measures to prevent thefts, including increasing their surveillance and monitoring of luggage handling. Additionally, they …
Read More »I wouldn’t advise anybody to choose a Dutch passport over PhD – Randy Abbey
Host of “Good Morning Ghana,” Dr Randy Abbey, recently addressed the ongoing debate concerning the perceived value of holding a Ghanaian PhD versus possessing a Dutch passport. This discussion was sparked by a controversial assertion from Kofi Gabs, a Ghanaian residing in the Netherlands, who argued that a Dutch passport …
Read More »IHRC Deputy Chair Celebrates Muslims …Prays An End To Lebanon, Palestine Violence
The International Human Rights Commission (IHRC) Deputy Chairman Dr Abu Zein has sent a goodwill message to Muslims worldwide as they mark this year’s Eid Ul Adha on Sunday. He has also prayed for the permanent end of the ongoing Lebanon and Palestine violence. In a …
Read More »Interoperability between mobile money and card is enabling Africa’s access to the global financial system
Christian Bwakira By Christian Bwakira, Group Chief Commercial Officer at Onafriq Mobile money has exploded across African economies as an enabler of financial inclusion by bringing in large swaths of the population that remained unbanked into the fold to participate in economies across the continent. According to GSMA’s 2024 …
Read More »Be deliberate about financing renewable energy and sustainability-focused projects – KPMG Ghana urges banks
Kenneth Agyei-Duah Kenneth Agyei-Duah, a manager in the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Services at KPMG Ghana has urged banks and other financial institutions to be deliberate about financing projects which factor environmental, social, and governance considerations. Speaking during the UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce and KPMG Ghana Environmental, Social, …
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