Ghanaian musician, Jay Bahd, has warned Black Stars’ bodyguard, Aziz to watch his steps whenever he visits Kumasi. The Kumasi-based rapper’s warning stems from Aziz harassing him when he visited the Black Stars’ playing during their training at the Baba Yara Stadium ahead of the game against Madagascar on November …
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DR Congo regrets EU cancellation of poll observer mission
The government in the Democratic Republic of Congo has expressed regret at the European Union’s decision to withdraw its electoral observation mission from the country. DR Congo is set to hold presidential and parliamentary elections on 20 December, with 23 candidates running for president, amid a tense political climate. The …
Read More »MoMo agents to limit cash withdrawals to GH¢1,000 per transaction from December 1
Mobile Money (MoMo) agents nationwide will implement a temporary regulation limiting cash withdrawals to a maximum of GH¢1,000 per transaction, beginning from December 1, 2023. The joint decision stems from a collaborative statement by four MoMo Associations; the Northern MoMo Agents Association of Ghana (NOMAAG), the Mobile Money Advocacy Group …
Read More »Zohra Opoku Pioneering Sustainability At The Unveiling Of A New Exhibition In Ghana
Zohra Opoku and the Revival create expressive, daring, site-specific works that engage people and promote sustainability to combat climate change. Thursday 30 November 2023, Tamale (Ghana): A major exhibition of work by German-Ghanaian artist Zohra Opoku, in collaboration with a Ghana based community-led sustainable design initiative, The Revival (founded by …
Read More »Spotify Wrapped: The Music Moving Ghanaians in 2023
Ghanaians are well-known for their generosity and hospitality not just to family and friends but also strangers. This year’s Spotify Wrapped data shows the extension of this spirit of openness to their musical preferences too. Over the years, Ghanaians have cultivated a distinct musical identity by not only …
Read More »Cristiano Ronaldo faces $1billion lawsuit over Binance ads
Footballer Cristiano Ronaldo is facing a class action lawsuit in the US over his promotion of Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the world. The plaintiffs claim his endorsement led to them make loss-making investments. They are seeking damages of “a sum exceeding” $1bn (£790m). The BBC has contacted both …
Read More »Social media in turmoil as new video of Becca regenerates bleaching accusations
Tongues have been left wagging all over social media after popular songstress, Rebecca Acheampong, known professionally as Becca updated her fans with a new video post, which left many asking if she had been bleaching. The “African Woman” hitmaker took to her Instagram handle on November 29 to share a video of …
Read More »I was told to pay $20,000 bribe to Asenso-Boakye for access to Akufo-Addo – Businessman alleges
The Chief Executive Officer of Alafei Food, Claude Convincer Davit, has accused the Minister of Workers and Housing, Francis Asenso-Boakye, of soliciting $2,000 to grant him access to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. Speaking at an event in a viral video sighted by GhanaWeb, Davit said that the incident happened in 2017 …
Read More »Nigerian man lynched for allegedly stabbing two women in Central Region
A 34-year-old Nigerian national by the name Ikechuku popularly known as ‘Nose Mask,’ has met his tragic end as he was allegedly lynched by a furious mob in Gomoa Akotsi, in the Central region, according to a report by onuafmonline.com. The incident is said to have unfolded after ‘Nose Mask’ …
Read More »Marvel Umoh launches the new Greatness POD Series in Accra Ghana
Creatives and entrepreneurs met for an exclusive talk at the Greatness POD Series event at YOTA, American House, in Accra, November 18th, 2023. The presentation which was characterized as a refuelling platform for creatives and entrepreneurs, focused on how to position yourself for better jobs and business opportunities in 2024. …
Read More »2024 Polls:Only Hope for Ghanaians apart from God is Alan Kyerematen- Solomon Owusu
The Spokesperson for the Leader of the Movement for Change (MFC)Alan Kyerematen indicated that Ghanaians will be saddled with poverty if they make mistake to cast their votes for the incumbent New Patriotic Party(NPP) or the opposition National Democratic Congress(NDC) come 2024 general elections. In his view, the economic woes …
Read More »“WE NEED PREMIX FUEL TO OPERATE, OR YOU FACE OUR WRATH,” – BOAT OWNERS WARN
Following their widely circulated statement regarding the recent shortage of premix fuel, Honorable Emmanuel Kwaku Boam, the NDC Parliamentary Candidate, engaged with the Boat Owners Association in YEJI(PRU EAST DISTRICT), BONO EAST REGION, his constituency. The Association explained that over three(3) months now, they haven’t received even a “Tanker …
Read More »YOU ARE OUR NEXT MP – YEJI CHIEF PRAISES NDC PC
YOU ARE OUR NEXT MP – YEJI CHIEF PRAISES NDC PC The President of Bono East Regional House of Chief of YEJI, Nana Pimapim Yaw Kagbrese (v) has lauded NDC parliamentary candidate for Pru East constituency Hon Emmanuel Kwaku Boam for his immense support and contributions to ensure development. Speaking …
Read More »Partnerships for Progress: Collaboration between banks and Fintechs is the future of banking in Africa
By Ike.S Anison, Country Director, Ghana/Liberia/Gambia at Onafriq Historically, the formal banking sector’s penetration in Africa has been relatively low. And, while there has been significant improvement in this area in recent years, there is still a significant portion of the population on the continent who are unbanked …
Read More »HON. DAFEAMEKPOR DONATES TOWARDS 28TH GBIDUKOR FESTIVAL AT PEKI
HON. DAFEAMEKPOR DONATES TOWARDS 28TH GBIDUKOR FESTIVAL AT PEKI The Member of Parliament for South Dayi Constituency Rockson-Nelson Kwame Etse Dafeamekpor Esq. donated different kinds of items to HRM Deiga XII who hosts the 2023 Gbidukorza. HRM Deiga XII, his divisional chiefs, Queen mothers and elders were overwhelmed with …
Read More »MP DAFEAMEKPOR SUPPORTS GBIDUKORZA, 2023 WITH DIFFERENT KINDS OF ITEMS
The Member of Parliament for South Dayi Constituency Rockson-Nelson Kwame Etse Dafeamekpor Esq. donated different kinds of items to HRM Deiga XII who hosts the 2023 Gbidukorza. The items donated are purposely for supporting the upcoming events. HRM Deiga XII, his divisional chiefs, Queen mothers and elders were overwhelmed with …
Read More »HON. BENITO OWUSU-BIO COMMENDS NEWMONT GHANA FOR THEIR FOREST OFFSET RESTORATION PROJECT
The Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources responsible for Lands and Forestry, Hon. Benito Owusu-Bio, has emphasized the importance for mining companies to fulfill their obligation of land and forest reclamation which is a condition precedent for the issuance of operational license to mine in the Forest Reserve. …
Read More »Wassa Amenfi East Municipal Marks 39th Edition of Farmers Day Awards Celebration
Wassa Amenfi East Municipal Marks 39th Edition of Farmers Day Awards Celebration 2023 Wassa Amenfi East Municipal Assembly has held its farmers Day Celebration at Akoreso Nkwanta on Friday 24th November, 2023 to honour deserving hardworking farmers in the Municipality under the theme, “Delivering Smart Solutions For Sustainable Food Security …
Read More »Experienced Photojournalist Gifty Lawson Graduates With Master’s Degree In Diplomacy
One of Ghana’s most versatile and experienced photojournalists, Gifty Ama Lawson, has graduated from the Accra-based higher learning institution, the SALT Institute with a Master’s Degree. Ms. Lawson – who has worked with Western Publications Limited, publishers of Ghana’s number one privately-owned newspaper, Daily Guide – graduated …
Read More »Cling Events CEO Nana Akua Akuffo Wins Prestigious Ghana Industry CEO Award
Nana Akua Akuffo The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ghana’s number one events management and interior decoration firm, Cling Events Ghana, Nana Akua Akuffo, has won yet another coveted award, a testament of her hard work and visionary leadership. Ms. Akuffo was adjudged the CEO of the Year …
Read More »Justice can’t be administered by persons of depraved morality – Supreme Court Judge
Supreme Court Judge, Justice Emmanuel Yonny Kulendi, says a person of depraved morality cannot be given the opportunity to administer justice in the country. This, he explained is because of the person’s element of impartiality and the need to engender the confidence of the people receiving the verdict. “A dishonest …
Read More »Electricity essential if 24hr economy will be implemented – Prof Gatsi
Economist Prof. John Gatsi, has suggested that electricity is essential if the 24-hour economy proposal by the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, is to be implemented. He believes part of the manufacturing sector will be disincentivized if constant electricity is not provided to ensure effective …
Read More »MoFA announces 5-day road closure for Agric Festival and Farmers’ Day celebrations
The Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) has announced roadblocks within the Ministries enclave ahead of the 2023 Farmers’ Day celebrations. The roadblocks which stretches from the Starlet 91 Road to the National Theatre traffic light, begins Monday November 27, 2023 and will end on Friday, December 1. The blocks …
Read More »What has 24-hour economy got to do with not sleeping with your wives? – Clement Apaak asks Regional Minister
The Builsa South MP, Clement Apaak has condemned comments made by the Upper East Regional Minister, Stephen Yakubu over former President John Mahama’s 24-hour economy proposal. Mr Yakubu is seen in a video questioning the feasibility of the 24-hour economy idea. He argued that the proposed 24-hour economy would deprive …
Read More »Review the constitution to ensure democracy occurs at grassroots – CDD to government
The Co-Founder of the Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), Prof. Agyemang-Duah, has called on the government to review the constitution to ensure that democracy takes place at the grassroots level. According to him, if such a measure is taken, it will help to equip the grassroots with the essence of …
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