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Kejetia traders demand insurance claims following floods

Traders who were affected by the recent flooding at the newly built Kejetia Market are seeking insurance claims and compensation from management. They say they are in talks with their legal team for appropriate steps but until conclusions are reached, their intentions for the insurance claims will be fought for …

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VGMA22: Diana Hamilton wins Artiste of the Year award

Award-winning gospel musician Diana Hamiltonhas made history at the 22nd Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMAs). She won the biggest award on the night, the coveted Artiste of the Year Award beating off competition from a list dominated by secular artistes. Her song ‘Adom’ also bagged the most popular song of …

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President receives credentials of five envoys

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on Friday received letters of credence from five envoys at the Jubilee House, Accra. They are the ambassadors of Russia, Sergei Berdnikov; Carl Michael Grans from Sweden; Ethiopia’s Hadera Abera Admassu; Lamidosa Lamatou Bala Goga of Niger; and Jamaica’s High Commissioner Esmond Reid. At separate …

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Police shoot, arrest robbery suspect

• Suspect Musa Kamara has been arrested by the Police for robbery • He was arrested at his hideout at Kibi Zongo in the Eastern Region • Police say the suspect was shot in his left knee when he attempted to flee during his arrest Musa Kamara, a 26-year-old robbery …

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EPA shuts down Chinese cement factory at McCarthy Hills

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), with support from the police, on Friday closed down the Empire Cement Factory, a Chinese cement factory at McCarthy Hills in Accra, for operating without permit. The police halted operations at the site and sacked all workers in the factory, including the Chinese nationals for …

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Why Russia is now a key tourist source for Tanzania

At a time when the number of tourists is low as the world battles the Covid-19 pandemic, Russia seems to be giving Tanzanian tourism players a reason to smile. Traditionally, the number of Russian tourists visiting Tanzania has been almost negligible. The top ten sources of tourists to Tanzania include …

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MoMo agents to increase service charges from Monday

Members of the Mobile Money Agents Association of Ghana (MMAAG) have hinted at an increase in service charges following an emergency meeting on Friday, June 25. The association had complained about back-door increase in taxes imposed on telecommunication companies by government, thereby forcing them to pass on the charges to …

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Mariano Barreto names squad for Hearts of Oak showdown

Asante Kotoko SC head coach Mariano Barreto has named a strong 18-man squad for Sunday’s showdown against bitter rivals Hearts of Oak at the Accra Sports Stadium. The Porcupine Warriors tackle the Phobians in a top of the table clash with both eyeing the league title at the end of …

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Police foil robbery attack in Bolga, arrest ringleader

The Upper East Regional Police Emergency Patrol Team on Saturday, June 26 at about 1:30 pm engaged two armed robbers on an unregistered motorbike in their attempt to snatch another motorbike from their owners at a gunpoint. Police received a call to the effect that two young men suspected to …

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I first met my wife in trotro, I was the mate – Joe Wise

• MP for Bekwai has revealed the first time he met his wife • He said they met when he was working as a bus conductor • The legislator said he worked in his father’s commercial bus for 8 months before going to the university  The Member of Parliament for Bekwai Constituency, Joseph …

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How Evelyn became Nigerian preacher TB Joshua’s wife

Evelyn Joshua, is poised to become the head of the Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN) following the death of her husband pastor and founder of the mega church. Evelyn met the late pastor in 1990 when she had traveled Egbe to visit her sister. It was further reported that …

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Some peculiar foods that boost a man’s sperm count

While food and nutrition are associated with a healthy and long-lasting life span, sexual productiveness is still a topical issue among many men. Most health professionals have described it as an underlying problem that could be attributed to a hormonal imbalance, an inherited chromosomal abnormality and dilated testicular veins. These …

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LIST: Winners on Day One of VGMA22

  Thirteen music industry players won awards on Day One of the 22nd edition of the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards held on Friday, June 25 at Accra International Conference Center. Kofi Kinaata made history by winning the Songwriter of the Year award for the fourth time whiles Richie Mensah won …

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Striker Raphael Dwamena signs for Austrian side BW Linz

  Lower tier Austrian side, FC Blau-Weiß Linz have announced the signing of Ghanaian striker Raphael Dwamena. The 25-year-old striker who was on trials has totally impressed in training session over the past few days and has now been signed. Dwamena signed a contract until 2023, with an option for an additional year. …

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Body of toddler swept away in Kumasi flooding found

• Mohammed Awal was washed away by floodwater following hours of rainfall in Kumasi on Tuesday • The rains left several parts of the Regional capital flooded on Tuesaday • The dead body of the two-year-old has reportedly been found The body of a two-year-old who was carried away by …

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