The Bank of Ghana (BoG) Governor, Dr. Ernest Addsion, has announced a reversal of the cash reserve ratio on local currency deposits for banks, raising it from 12 percent to 14 percent effective April 13 as part of measures aimed at addressing the mopping-up of excess liquidity in the market, The banking …
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Sarkodie, Blacko, Kuami Eugene, M3nsa among artistes on Kamala Harris’ Africa trip playlist
A host of Ghanaian artistes have been featured on a playlist curated by visiting US Vice President Kamala Harris for her ongoing trip to Africa. The 25-song playlist features songs by among others, Sarkodie, Black Sherif, Kuami Eugene and M3nsa. The list also included Ghanaian-American artists like Amaarae, Moses Sumney, Moliy. Artistes from Zambia …
Read More »LGBTQ+ is a human rights issue – Kamala Harris
Vice President of the United States of America, Kamala Harris, has spoken to the issue of the criminalisation of Lesbians, Gays, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQ+) activities in Ghana. Responding to a question at Jubilee House, in Accra, on Monday, March 27, Kamala Harris said that for her, the LGBTQ+ issue …
Read More »I have a problem with Fifi Kwetey’s WhatsApp line-up of loyal NDC MPs – Murtala
Tamale Central Member of Parliament, Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed has spoken against the publication via WhatsApp status of Members of Parliament (MPs) on the Minority side deemed to have respected the party position to reject some eight nominees of the president. The publication in question is being done by General Secretary …
Read More »Ernest Opoku narrates how a lady sexually harassed him in a bus
Gospel musician Ernest Opoku is topping trends after a revelation that he was sexually harassed by a stranger in an intercity bus. According to him, he was travelling around 4:00 pm from Kumasi to Accra for business purposes. En route, he said he was joined in the two-seater bus by …
Read More »‘We support Ghana’s IMF move, will keep pushing creditors for debt cuts’ – US Vice President
US Vice President Kamala Harris has said the American government is in full support of Ghana’s talks with the International Monetary Fund for a bailout. She also announced during a joint press conference with Ghanaian leader Nana Akufo-Addo at the Jubilee House on Monday, 27 March 2023, as part of …
Read More »Ignorance and misinformation – Afia Pokuaa reacts to Jubilee House ‘LGBTQI lights’ brouhaha
Despite Media journalist, Afia Pokuaa alias Vim Lady has described as an epic level of ignorance and misinformation in Ghana following public reactions to the lightning of Ghana’s seat presidency with colours of the United States and Ghana flags. As part of the visit by US Vice President, Kamala Harris …
Read More »Bishop arrested for allegedly breaking into church member’s home to steal
A bishop from the African Apostolic Church has been accused of breaking into a congregant’s home and stealing US$10,800. Charles Tekeshe, 65, appeared before a magistrate court and was charged with unlawful entry into premises. He has been remanded up to March 27 for trial. According to reports, Tekeshe allegedly …
Read More »I will continue protests despite police ban – Kenyan opposition leader Odinga
Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga says protests against President William Ruto’s government over the high cost of living would go ahead as scheduled despite a police ban. In a Twitter post, Odinga called for protests on Monday and Thursday, hours after accusing Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of “coordinating a campaign …
Read More »Medikal is a greedy rapper – Sista Afia
Ghanaian songstress, Sista Afia, has talked about claims that Medikal wrote a rap for her. During her beef with Eno Barony and Freda Rhymz, it was alleged that the AMG rapper was her ghostwriter. The ‘Jeje’ singer once again denied this allegation when speaking with MzGee on UTV’s United Showbiz. …
Read More »AFCON Qualifiers: Black Stars secure 1-1 draw against Angola
Pacey winger, Osman Bukari scored under 30 seconds after coming on in the second half for the game between Angola and Ghana in the qualifiers for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament. Thanks to his goal, the Black Stars managed to secure a 1-1 draw against the Group …
Read More »Ghanaians draw in LGBTQ conversation over lights on Jubilee building
Jubilee House is toping Twitter over what many have described as LGBTQ+ lighting at the seat of government. This is barely 24 hours after the Vice President of the United States of America, Kamala Harris, arrived in Ghana for a three-day state visit. The lighting was part of decorations used …
Read More »UMaT Awards Honorary Doctorate Degree To Rocksure Executive Director Kwesi Enyan
The University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) Tarkwa, in the Western Region, has awarded an Executive Director of Rocksure Limited, Kwesi Enyan, an Honorary Doctorate Degree. Dr. Enyan was one of two distinguished Ghanaian personalities recently awarded by the University. The other awardee was statesman and astute …
Read More »Ecozoil Educates Azizanya Community On Importance Of Life Jackets
Ecozoil Ltd., a subsidiary of the Jospong Group of Companies (JGC) has organised a training and sensitisation exercise at Azizanya in the Ada-East District, Greater Accra Region. This programme was a collaboration between Ecozoil and the traditional authorities, municipal assembly and community leaders. It was aimed at sensitising the residents …
Read More »Check out some crazy designs by the Ghanaian Rihanna is dying to get an autograph from
With a strong love for storytelling and self-expression, Papa Oppong Bediako usually puts together pieces that turn heads on social media. Through his work, the fast-rising US-based Ghanaian fashion designer seeks to show the world that Africa is a goldmine of talent and potential, and can be as influential in …
Read More »Police invite 8 NDC Reg. Execs for campaigning in Military camouflage
The Ashanti Regional Police Command has invited 8 Ashanti regional executives of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) today over illegal wearing of Military camouflage for political party activities during former President John Mahama’s campaign tour last week in the region. The said executives are said to be members of …
Read More »The Macallan Hosts Elites In Ghana
The Macallan, the world’s ultra-prestige single malt whisky, held an exclusive experience at the Country Club, Trasacco Valley in Accra recently. Known for its lush greenery, highly valued residential options, and its popular eponymous Ernesto’s Restaurant, the eco-friendly destination hosted an array of Ghana’s affluent who embody the distinctive character …
Read More »Asante Kotoko part ways with coach Seydou Zerbo
Ghana Premier League giants, Asante Kotoko, have parted ways with Burkina Faso head coach, Seydou Zerbo. The Burkina Faso international leaves the Ghana Premier League less than a year after joining the Porcupine Warriors. In his absence, youth team coach Abdul Gazale has been tasked to take charge of the club …
Read More »A Thank You Note To Jospong Group of Companies (JGC) From Our CEO: Foster Mawuli Benson
From the 10th – 21st March, 2023, Foster Mawuli Benson , our Chief Executive Officer, was among a delegation from Jospong Group of Companies (JGC) and experts along the rice value chain who visited Thailand. We would want to express our sincerest appreciation to the Founder and Executive Chairman of …
Read More »LIVESTREAMED: Kamala Harris meets Akufo-Addo at Jubilee House
Kamala Harris, the Vice President of the United States of America, is meeting Ghana’s president, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. Her meeting with the president is part of her three-day state visit to Ghana. Kamala’s visit to Ghana is historic as she is the first vice president of the US to visit …
Read More »How I was detained in Germany for smuggling – Ernest Opoku recounts
Award-winning Gospel musician and songwriter, Ernest Opoku has recounted his encounter with German Immigration Officers and how God saved him from getting into trouble for alleged smuggling. According to the ace musician, while traveling from Ghana to Germany, he was detained at their airport for possessing something he had no …
Read More »Group of women that are likely to develop breast cancer in their life
Infecting over 500,000 women each year, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer among women. Breast cells begin to multiply sporadically, expand unnaturally, and build up into a mass that is often recognised as a hard lump when breast cancer first appears (or in another manifestation of symptoms). …
Read More »Why Kwame Nkrumah wept at the bedside of girl who presented flowers to him
During the celebration of Ghana’s 7th Independence Day in 1964, a young 13-year-old girl experienced fate that would forever leave her in pain. Excited about the fact that she was selected among many school children to present a bouquet to Ghana’s first president, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, the young Elizabeth Asantewaa …
Read More »VIDEO: Xandy Kamel allegedly remarries
The actress’ alleged new husband goes by the name of Kwame Sikanii. In a video shared on Instagram by blogger, Marigyata, Big Akwes couldn’t help himself as he delivered the message. “Today I am happy. Today is the happiest day of my life. Xandy Kamel has married. She has married.” …
Read More »Approval of ministers: My father would’ve challenged all of us to swear on Antoa – Zenator
Dr Zenator Agyemang-Rawlings has said if her father, the late former President Jerry John Rawlings was alive, he would have probably have challenged all NDC MPs to swear on Antoa (a popular god in Ghana) or dared them to take a lie-detector test as about 40 of them in the …
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