The leadership of concerned drivers’ association are holding a crunch meeting on the possible increment of transport fares on Wednesday February 2, 2022. According to the union, up to 40 percent increment could be looming. The group says they sympathise with Ghanaians on the current economic hardships, but in order …

  The Bank of Ghana has maintained the monetary policy rate at 14.5%. This is the second time the Bank of Ghana has decided to keep its lending rate to commercial banks in the country. In a press release dated 31st January 2022, the BoG further stated the spillover of …

Fuel prices to go up IES says it will cross 7 cedis This will affect all petroleum products The Institute for Energy Security (IES), is predicting that prices of petroleum products will increase at various pumps across the country from February. According to them, this is a result of an …

Commercial transport operators bemoan taxes on fuel prices Drivers running at losses due to fuel price increments – GPRTU We’ll still push for a reduction in taxes on fuel-Concerned Drivers Public Relations Officer of the Concerned Drivers Association, David Agboado, has stated that the drivers will on Wednesday, February 2, …

Bank of Ghana grants DBG operational license DBG to provide access to medium and long-term loans at affordable interest rates DBG commences operations with initial total funding of over US$750 million Government has announced the appointment of finance and investment expert, Kwamina Bentsi Enchill Duker, as the first Chief Executive …

The President of Breast Care International (BCI), Dr Mrs Beatrice Wiafe Addai, has called on benevolent and philanthropists to join the campaign against breasts cancer in the rural communities. She said such supports will help reduce the increasing rates of breasts cancer cases on the poor and vulnerable in the …

Ghanaians react to video of two SHS students kissing, fondling each other Ghanaians call on GES to investigate two SHS female students kissing each other SHS students display promiscuity in broad daylight Social media users are in a state of shock after chancing upon a video of two young female …

The Headmistress of Maakro M/A Primary ‘A’ School in the Suame municipal of the Ashanti region, Mrs. Florence Tawiah, has lamented over their classrooms been turned into a brothel by the residents. This, according to the headmistress, was as a result of lack of classrooms and poor security at the …

Ahenema-Kokoben D/A 1&2 Cluster of Schools in the Atwima Kwanwoma district of the Ashanti region have been closed down due to rampant open defecation by unknown people in the classrooms. The closure, which is temporal, was in protest by the schools authorities to alert the Ghana Education Service (GES) the …

GHANAIAN Afrobeats artiste Kin Frenzee is choosing Nigeria over Ghana when it comes to good music production. For Kin Frenzee who wouldn’t mince words, Nigerians are way ahead of their Ghanaian colleagues when it comes to making good music. “Truth be told, Nigerians do better music than us. They put …

Lawyer Nti bemoans tribalism among Ghanaian families Lawyer Nti rants on Twitter Ghanaians react to Lawyer Nti’s relationship post Richmond Xavier Amoakoh, popularly known as ‘Lawyer Nti’ has highlighted some struggles some Ghanaian couples experience in this day and age. While stating his points, the comic actor finds it disheartening, …

Going to IMF would indicate that Ghana is not financially disciplined – Prof Lord Govt might not be able adhere to IMF conditionalities – Prof Lord International money market should be a ‘no go area’ for govt – Economist A senior lecturer at the University of Ghana Business School (UGBS), …

The Member of Parliament for Akim Oda Constituency, Mr Alexander Akwasi Acquah says the NDC MPs should support the NPP-Government pass the E-Levy even to promote development. He said most of the times when they engaged the NDC’s on the E-Levy, they were reluctant to support them because they think …

GES inspects state of Goo-Atandaa Primary School building Parents, teachers appeal for support to complete school block Pupils study under trees at U/E school A decision by the Ghana Education Service to not allow a Junior High School to be operated in an uncompleted building may render some 150 pupils …

GHS announces full vaccination for Ghanaians coming into the country GHS relaxes travel guidelines at KIA GHS revises Covid-19 travel guidelines for Ghanaian travelers The Ghana Health Service has relaxed its guidelines for Ghanaians entering the country, allowing for unvaccinated or partially vaccinated Ghanaians and resident foreigners to no longer provide evidence …

Court gives ‘green light’ for sale of NAM1’s properties Nana Appiah Mensah was engaged in money laundering, EOCO NAM1 facing fraud charges The saga involving the Chief Executive Officer of embattled gold dealership firm, Menzgold Ghana Limited, Nana Appiah Mensah, seems like an unending one. After first bursting onto the financial scene …

The Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta will on Wednesday deliver an address at press conference in Accra to provide updates on Ghana’s economy. Over the past few days, some notable international organisations such as Bloomberg, IMF and Fitch have predicted economic distress for Ghana, particularly this year. The latest is …

Talented Ghanaian rapper Gambo has picked the number one spot in Accra for Apple Music. Gambo’s latest hit single titled: ‘Boys Aye Wild’ is number one on the Top 25 list for Apple Music in Accra. This is a great recognition of the tremendous efforts Gambo has been putting into …

NAM 1 was involved in money laundering, EOCO EOCO freezes accounts and landed properties of NAM 1 NAM 1 faces court charges On Wednesday, January 19, 2022, a financial and economic division of the High Court will rule on the motion to auction the properties of Nana Appiah Mensah, popularly …

Prudential Africa has signed a sponsorship agreement with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to become the official insurance partner of the 33rd edition of Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2021. At a press conference to announce the sponsorship, Eric Mboma, Chief Representative Officer, Prudential Northern Africa Region said the …

BY: Enimil Ashon For a people who have only recently been bitten by a snake, it is surprising that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) do not tremble at the sight of a worm. If Fomena 2020 has any lessons for political parties, I thought it should be to ensure that …

Accra -January 11, 2022- Fulfilling their promise, AirtelTigo presented a total amount of GHS 175,000 to the three lucky winners who topped the points accumulation tally at the end of the 75 day long “To Gu Me So” promotion. The overall winner James Ganyo, a resident of Lakeside took home …

A man who will be called Jack for his privacy has disclosed long-term acts of masturbation has rendered him paralyzed for over 7 years. Having practiced masturbation since his teens, he started developing pains in his joints when he grew a lot older and is now bedridden, a condition her …

Emirates ban travels from eight African countries Emirates travel restriction extended to further notice Travellers must show proof of COVID-19 PCR test, Emirates Emirates has announced that it has lifted the travel restriction it placed on Ghana and four other African countries. The Airline indicated that the lifting of the travel restrictions …

Road toll law has not been abolished by Parliament Roads minister directed seizure of road toll collection Only Parliament can make and unmake laws The Minister for Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, during a press conference following the presentation of the proposed 2022 Budget and Economic Statement indicated that Ghana would lose about GH¢78 million should …

Licensed third-party operators exploiting mobile phone users Mobile phone users advise telcos to monitor and regulate third parties Survey shows over 95 service subscriptions among 100 mobile phone users In recent days, many mobile phone users have complained about losing airtime and falling victim to hidden charges for unknown subscription …

The Management of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in collaboration with the school’s Student Representative Council (SRC) have step up measures to address challenges first year students face in accessing accommodation The university as part of efforts to address the perennial accommodation problems for freshers have …

As part of Government’s agenda to leverage Science and Technology for socio-economic transformation, President Nana Akufo-Addo to cut the sod for the building of a Science Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Senior High School in Accra on January 12, 2022. The academy when completed will be a 21st century Senior …

COP Maame Tiwaa is former CID boss IGP releases COP Tiwaa to operate from the presidency COP Maame Tiwaa takes office as EOCO boss on Monday COP Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah has been appointed by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo as the new Executive Director of the Economic and Organized Crime Office …

Gone are the days our grandmothers would give us old skin remedies and cosmetic tips and we would receive them without blinking an eye. Nowadays, there are several tips and myths around skincare that you probably do not know which one to choose from. Social media particularly Instagram, YouTube, and …