NDC demands independent forensic audit of voters register and five-day re-exhibition
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has called for an independent forensic audit of the 2024 provisional voters register (PVR) and a five-day re-exhibition of the register. This, according to the NDC will help ensure accuracy and integrity. At a closed door meeting with the Electoral Commission on Friday afternoon, the NDC said it had become […]
New Cocoa producer price to be announced soon
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu Government is to announce the producer price for cocoa beans for the 2024/2025 season on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. The new FOB price has already been determined by the Producer Price Review Committee and submitted its report to the Minister for Food and Agriculture and subsequently to the President for official announcement […]
Beware of counterfeit electricity meters- PURC, NEDCo warns
The Public Utility Regulatory Commission, PURC is cautioning electricity consumers in the Northern Region about the dangers of purchasing counterfeit electricity meters. The warning comes in the wake of increasing reports of fake meters being sold in local markets. A week ago, the Northern Electricity Distribution Company, NEDCo issued a statement warning the public against […]
Women’s Manifesto marks 20th Anniversary
By Vivian Amoah The Women’s Manifesto Coalition has held a forum in Accra on the status of Women in Ghana to mark its 20th anniversary. Mrs. Jackline Kyei-Baffour, Program Manager for Abantu for Development, gave an introduction, highlighting the manifesto’s history and significance. She emphasized the collective effort to produce the historic blueprint, influenced by […]
Galamsey: Ban small-scale mining now – GMA, other unions to Akufo-Addo
The Ghana Medical Association (GMA) and several other health unions and associations have urged President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to immediately ban all small-scale mining operations, whether legal or illegal. This call comes in response to the increasing destruction of the country’s forest reserves and water bodies, along with the serious public health and environmental […]
Political parties must disclose sources of their campaign funds- NCCE
The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has emphasised the need for political parties to disclose their sources of campaign funds to promote transparency and accountability in the electoral process. According to the commission, disclosure could help build trust in Ghana’s political system, prevent corruption, and strengthen democracy. At a stakeholder engagement of the Inter-Party […]
Caning of students should be reintroduced into Ghana’s educational system – Angel Carbonu
By: Nana Ama Gyapong There is a saying that, to spare the rod is to spoil the child. For this reason, the NAGRAT President, Angel Carbonu has suggested that caning of students should be reintroduced into Ghana’s educational system in order to keep students in check and to instill discipline in our schools as well. […]
NAGRAT, GNAT issue two week ultimatum to government to resolve all outstanding cash issues
The National Association of Graduate Teachers, NAGRAT, has given the Ministry of Education a two-week deadline to resolve challenges faced by professional teachers within Technical and Vocational Education and Training, TVET. NAGRAT raised concerns over the lack of consultation of teachers’ representatives during the migration of teachers from the Ghana Education Service to TVET without […]
Cameron Duodu signs late Godwin Avenorgbo’s Book of Condolence
By Peter Agbeko Veteran journalist Cameron Duodu, 87, visited the Ghana International Press Centre in Accra today to sign the book of condolence opened in memory of Godwin Avenorgbo, affectionately known as “The Grandmaster.” The Book of Condolence was made available for signing from August 29, 2024, and will remain open for ten days, from […]
Ghana and China elevate bilateral ties to strategic partnership
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Ghanaian President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo met on Thursday, September 5th, 2024 and announced the elevation of China-Ghana ties to a strategic partnership. Mr. Akufo-Addo is in Beijing for the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). Xi said China is willing to strengthen the alignment of development […]
Amenfi Central Parliamentary rerun: Joana Gyan Cudjoe takes another shot at getting seat in Parliament
By Levi Corsah Madam Joana Gyan Cudjoe has officially announced her intention to run again as the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for the upcoming rerun of the Amenfi Central primaries. This comes in the wake of the decision by the NDC’s Functional Executive Committee to annul the parliamentary primaries conducted on May 13, […]
NDC is the only party that cares about women – Prof Opoku-Agyemang
Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, the Running Mate to the Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has touted the NDC as the only party that cares about the progress and welfare of women. “Our party is one that respects women, cares about their welfare, and includes them in the decision-making process at all levels, that […]
Korean Government approves $100-million loan for Techiman Water Expansion, Rehabilitation project
The Korean Government has approved a US$100 million loan for work to commence on the construction of the Techiman Water Expansion and Rehabilitation project in the Bono East Region. The Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL), implementing the project, has therefore signed an agreement with the Messrs CHEIL-KECC-SAMAN JV of Korea, to execute the project, scheduled […]
CEANA Convention Honours Unsung Heroes of Philanthropy
In a moving ceremony at the recent Convention of the Council of Ewe Associations of North America (CEANA), the spotlight shone on the remarkable individuals whose generosity has been instrumental in driving the organization’s mission forward. The event saw the presentation of prestigious awards to esteemed recipients, recognizing their outstanding monetary and valuable contributions to […]
