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Transport fares to go up!

Transport operators are likely, in the coming weeks, to push for an increase in transport fares. The likely price increment in fares comes on the back of a review of prices of petroleum products sold to Oil Marketing Companies by Bulk Oil Distributors in the country. The review will see …

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FDA to start strict enforcement of import regulations on February 1

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has hinted of the strict enforcement of the requirement of registration prior to the importation of products with effect from February 1, 2021. The Authority said despite the requirement of registration ahead of importation, over 20 per cent of imports regulated by the FDA …

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Ghana Oil Company in trouble over $15m suit

Prestige Links Security Limited has sued Ghana Oil Company (GOC) to the tune of $15,000,000 for damages accruing over an eight-year period. In the proposed statement of claim made by Prestige Links Security Limited (herein as Plaintiff) versus Ghana Oil Company (Defendant), the aforementioned is seeking a declaration by the …

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Pogba strike sends Man Utd top with win at Burnley

Paul Pogba’s second-half volley was enough to give Manchester United victory at Burnley and send them three points clear at the top of the Premier League. United dominated a contest in which Burnley failed to register a single shot on target until stoppage time. But they were struggling to make …

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Cocoa farmers urged to embrace mass spraying exercise

Nana Kumi Abiesi, the Nsawam–Adoagyiri Municipal Chief Farmer in the Eastern Region, on Monday said COCOBOD has increased spraying machines in the various cocoa growing areas to enable the spraying gangs reach every farm to combat the capsid virus. Speaking at a meeting with cocoa farmers at Nsawam, he said …

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Electricity for all promise laudable but execution remains sceptical – IES

The Institute for Energy Security (IES) has said it is sceptical about the Akufo-Addo administration’s renewed promise to supply electricity to all by the end of its second term. This comes after President Akufo-Addo in his inaugural speech during his swearing-in last week disclosed of government’s commitment to extend electricity …

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Ghana’s bounce back can be far from being a far-fetched dream

There is no doubt to the fact that Ghana’s rebound will witness tough challenges. However, there are quite many factors that are encouraging to put Ghana on its track in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. First and foremost, it is worthy to note that the very recent swearing-in of President Akufo-Addo …

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SEC warns Ghanaians about illegal Chinese investment firm

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a warning to Ghanaians, especially investors, to desist from investing in an unauthorized Chinese firm; Chy Century Heng Yue Group Limited and its partner, Sairui E-commerce Ghana Limited. According to SEC, the afore-mentioned financial institution, which has been undertaking electronic investment transactions …

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4 ways to get your startup ready for investors

You’re ready to take your fledgling company to the next level, but it will mean you need an influx of investment capital. Whether you succeed in raising this funding is one of the most important junctions in your company’s future. Here are some tips to consider: 1. Foster a resilient …

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Liverpool overcome depleted Villa

Liverpool reached the FA Cup fourth round with a comfortable victory over a Covid-affected Aston Villa – but it took until the second half to get on top of a home side made up of academy players with no first-team experience. A coronavirus outbreak at their training ground this week meant …

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