Ghana’s domestic petroleum revenue drops by 62.63% in 2024 -BoG Report
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Information emanating from Ghana’s Central Bank, the Bank of Ghana’s (BoG) Petroleum Funds Report, indicates that the country’s domestic petroleum revenue recorded in the second half of 2024 saw a sharp decline of 62.63 percent (62.63%), dropping to US$517 million from US$840.77 million. Even though the country recorded a decline, the report […]
Stakeholders call for action to end child labour in Ghana’s cocoa sector
By Ashiadey Dotse Stakeholders in Ghana’s cocoa industry have raised concerns over the continued use of child labour in cocoa-growing communities and are calling for urgent action to address the issue. At the launch of the Rights4Cocoa: Protecting Children’s Rights in Ghana’s Cocoa Sector project in Abesim, near Sunyani, representatives from Ghana COCOBOD, farmer cooperatives, […]
World Vision Ghana urges action on bullying in Senior High Schools
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH World Vision Ghana (WVG), a Non-Governmental Christian relief, development, and advocacy organisation dedicated to working with children, families, and communities to overcome poverty and injustice, has called on the education ministry, the Ghana Education Service (GES), and other stakeholders in Ghana’s education space to institute swift investigations into the bullying incidents at […]
World Vision Ghana condemns bullying at Accra Academy, Zuarungu SHS
World Vision Ghana has expressed deep concern over recent reports of bullying at Accra Academy and Zuarungu Senior High School, calling for urgent action from school authorities, educational stakeholders, and government. The organisation described the incidents, involving first-year students, as unacceptable, warning of the long-term impact on victims’ mental health, well-being, and academic performance. A […]
Committee probing vetting chaos resumes sitting
The Ad-Hoc Parliamentary Committee investigating the disruption that occurred during the January 30 vetting of minister-nominees has resumed its hearings. Watch here: More stories here
Diana Hamilton shares insights on songwriting, faith, and life’s lessons
By Deborah Pofara Luu Ghanaian Gospel musician Diana Hamilton has opened up about her songwriting process, reliance on faith, and the life lessons she has learned over the years. Speaking on the GTV breakfast show on February 10, 2025, she explained that she doesn’t intentionally sit down to write a song daily but constantly prays […]
Ghana is open for business again – President Mahama
President John Mahama has declared that “Ghana is open for business again,” calling on Chinese investors to explore economic opportunities in the country. He made the remarks at the Chinese Lantern Festival Gala in Accra, an event celebrating the rich traditions of Chinese culture and marking 65 years of Ghana-China diplomatic relations. Speaking before an […]
President Mahama hails Ghana-China ties at Lantern Festival Gala
President John Mahama has reaffirmed the enduring friendship between Ghana and China at the Chinese Lantern Festival Gala, an event celebrating traditional Chinese culture and the 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations. Addressing a gathering of Ghanaian and Chinese dignitaries, business leaders, and cultural performers at the university of Ghana stadium in […]
Mahama enjoys Chinese delicacy at Lantern Festival
President John Mahama delighted guests at the Chinese Lantern Festival Gala in Accra as he sampled a traditional Chinese delicacy—sweet glutinous rice balls—symbolising family unity and prosperity. The festival, which marks the end of the Chinese New Year celebrations, brought together Ghanaian and Chinese dignitaries, business leaders, and cultural performers to celebrate six decades of […]
Use of mosquito nets on food can lead to contamination
The Ada-East District Malaria Focal Person, Mr Anderson Obeng Amoako, has warned the public against using malaria nets for fishing and covering of food since it can contaminate the food. Mr Amoako explained that the chemicals used to manufacture the mosquito-treated nets could pose serious health risks to those who consume such foods. He expressed concern […]
“I don’t think A-G must assign reasons for discontinuing high-profile cases” – NDC’s Director of Legal Affairs
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Director of Legal Affairs for the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Godwin Edudzi Tameklo, says the call on the Minister of Justice and Attorney General (AG), Dr. Dominic Ayine, to assign reasons for the discontinuation of high-profile cases is unnecessary. According to him, the A-G has discretionary powers in filing […]
‘I am embarrassed’- Sam George calls for investigation into derogatory comments against Dr. Zanetor Rawlings
Minister for Communications, Digitalisation, and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has called for a thorough investigation into derogatory comments made against the late former President Jerry John Rawlings and his daughter, Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings. Speaking on Joy News’ Newsfile, Sam George insisted that Parliament must identify the individual responsible for referring to Dr. Rawlings as the […]
Ghana gifts Trinidad and Tobago 10,000 yam seeds
Trinidad and Tobago is beginning to reap the benefits of Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley’s visit to Ghana, as the West African country recently gifted the country with ten thousand yam seeds. According to Dr Rowley, the gift of yams will hopefully play a part in improving local diets and reducing the country’s billion-dollar food […]
Trump’s aid freeze sparks mayhem around the world
In Ghana and Kenya, insecticide and mosquito nets sit in warehouses because U.S. officials haven’t approved urgent anti-malaria campaigns. In Haiti, a group treating HIV patients awaits U.S. permission to dispense medicines that prevent mothers from giving the disease to their children. In Myanmar, where famine looms and the U.S is the single largest aid […]
