Ghana, Zimbabwe parliaments forge closer ties through research exchange
By Sarah Baafi A Zimbabwean parliamentary delegation, led by Mr. Alex Masumba, Director of Research, has concluded a knowledge-sharing visit to Ghana’s Parliament, where they engaged with Dr. Gloria Sarku Kumawu, Deputy Clerk for Information Management Services and Acting Clerk to Parliament. The delegation focused on studying Ghana’s parliamentary research frameworks and exchanging solutions to […]
We will cooperate if government acts decently – Afenyo-Markin
By: Ashiadey Dotse Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has assured the government of the opposition’s willingness to cooperate — but only if engagements are conducted respectfully and in accordance with democratic norms. His remark follows an operation by operatives of the National Investigations Bureau (NIB), who stormed the home of Assin South MP Ntim Fordjour to […]
Scrapping e-levy meant to promote digital financial inclusion – Prez Mahama
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH President John Dramani Mahama says the decision to scrap the Electronic Transfer Levy Act, 2022 (Act 1075) and its amendment, Act 1089, which imposed a 1% levy on electronic transfers, is a strategic move to promote digital financial inclusion in Ghana. Defending the repeal of the Electronic Transaction Levy (E-levy)—a key campaign […]
Matic describes Onana as ‘one of the worst goalkeepers’ in Man United history
By Kwame Bediako Former Manchester United midfielder Nemanja Matic has criticised goalkeeper Andre Onana, calling him “one of the worst goalkeepers” in the club’s history. This statement came in response to Onana’s recent comments claiming that Manchester United is “way better” than their upcoming Europa League opponents, Lyon. As the two teams prepare to meet […]
Supreme Court adjourns Chief Justice removal case indefinitely
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Ghana’s apex court, the Supreme Court (SC), has adjourned indefinitely a suit filed by Old Tafo Member of Parliament (MP), Mr. Vincent Ekow Assafuah, challenging the process to remove Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo from office. The case, scheduled for hearing on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, was adjourned due to […]
Kamaldeen Sulemana credits Mohammed Kudus for inspiring hard work
By Kwame Bediako Ghanaian international Kamaldeen Sulemana, in an interview with ShowMax, expressed how the performances of his national teammate, Mohammed Kudus, inspire him to work harder. The two players, who began their football journey together at the Right to Dream Academy, have since transitioned into professional football, with Sulemana currently playing for Southampton in […]
FINAS addressing financial gap of Africa agrifood systems
By Joyce Gyekye An estimated 868 million people in Africa experienced moderate to severe food insecurity in 2022, with over 290 million facing severe food insecurity. This, according to a report by World Vision International, was due to conflict, extreme weather events, and the effects of COVID-19 as well as the war in Ukraine. The […]
Kofi Martin confirmed as Krachi Nchumuru DCE with unanimous vote
By Bawanke David President John Dramani Mahama’s nominee for the position of District Chief Executive (DCE) for the Krachi Nchumuru District Assembly in the Oti Region, Mr. Anato Kofi Martin, has been confirmed by the Assembly Members. Mr. Kofi Martin secured 100% of the votes cast by the 25 Assembly Members, comprising both elected members […]
Only 37% of businesses in Ghana use digital payments – Report
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH A new report on the adoption of digital financial services by business firms in Ghana, released jointly by Retail Finance Distribution (ReFinD) and the Institute for Statistical Social and Economic Research (ISSER), with support from the Ghana Statistical Service, has revealed that only 37% of businesses in Ghana currently accept or use […]
McGill University deepens parliamentary ties with Ghana in governance training push
By Sarah Baafi McGill University’s Academic Director of Administration and Governance Unit, Dr. Nadège Firsova, alongside Dr. Rashid Draman, Executive Director of the African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA), has met with Ghana’s Deputy Clerk of Parliament (Information Management Services), Dr. Gloria Sarku Kumawu, to strengthen institutional collaboration. The discussions centred on reinforcing the long-standing […]
Olanrewaju: Nigerian boxing authorities accuse Ghana of negligence after boxer’s death
By Kwame Bediako The Nigerian Boxing Board of Control (NBBofC) has accused the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) of negligence, alleging that poor oversight and violations of boxing regulations contributed to Olanrewaju’s untimely death. Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju, who collapsed during a bout at the Bukom Boxing Arena on March 29, 2025, was later pronounced dead at […]
Ghana set for inaugural 2025 3X3 Basketball Championship featuring 42 high schools
By Kwame Bediako The stage is set for an exciting showdown as the Ghana Basketball Federation has officially announced the groups for the inaugural 2025 3X3 Basketball Championship. A total of 42 Senior High Schools will battle it out in both the Boys’ and Girls’ categories, with 18 schools competing in the Girls’ Division and […]
Ghana, Huawei deepen ties in digitalisation and renewable energy
By Hannah Dadzie In a move that underscores the deepening ties between Ghana and international technology partners, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has met with Head of the Business Environment Department of Huawei Technologies (Ghana) S.A. Limited, Ms. Julia Qiu Ye. The discussions, held on Monday, April 7, 2025, focused on expanding […]
Manageress gets five-year jail term for stealing Lotto money
A 38-year-old Manageress has been jailed five years by the Asante Abuakwa circuit court in the Atwima Nwabiagya South Municipality for stealing GHc 221,937.75 at Santasi, in Kumasi. Akua Darkoah Asamoah pleaded guilty to the charge of stealing and was convicted on her own plea. Police Detective Inspector Alexander Agbekpornu, prosecuting, told the court presided […]
