Speaker urges active citizenship to drive Ghana’s development
By Savannah Pokuaah Duah Speaker Alban Bagbin has emphasised the importance of Ghanaians being active citizens, rather than passive spectators, in the country’s development. “Today, Ghanaians are now more spectators than citizens. I think you have to wake up and become the citizen that he called us to be. That is where I’m moving towards. […]
Egypt: Ketu South MCE taps global expertise on urban flood management
By: Rachel Quartey The 12th session of the World Urban Forum, or WUF12, the United Nations’ premier global conference on sustainable urban development, opened this week in Egypt’s capital, Cairo, a famous megacity known for its long history of urban growth and transformation. Over 37,000 participants from 182 countries have gathered at the Egypt International […]
Ernest Egyir urges government action for environmental protection and sustainable development
By: Mabel Esinam Awagah and Enock Ankomah The Chief Executive of the CEO Network Ghana, Ernest De-Graft Egyir, has emphasised the urgent need for the government to implement a decisive and actionable plan that prioritises environmental protection and the sustainability of natural resources for future generations. He called for Ghana’s political manifestos to evolve beyond […]
Court orders CLOGSAG to call off strike
The High Court in Accra has directed the Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG) to call off its strike. CLOGSAG announced a nationwide strike effective November 7, 2024 due to the government’s delay in finalizing a new salary structure. CLOGSAG had previously announced its intention to proceed on strike in a statement […]
December Elections: MFWA, Dubawa, and others, establish Ghana Fact-checking Coalition
The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA), Dubawa, FactSpace West Africa, and other civil society organizations dedicated to promoting information hygiene, integrity, and resilience in Ghana have established the Ghana Fact-Checking Coalition. The coalition was formed in anticipation of Ghana’s 2024 Presidential and Parliamentary elections, with the goal of mounting a coordinated effort to combat […]
FWSC accuses Health Services Workers of intimidation following Union’s threat to strike on November 11
By Doreen Ampofo The Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC), is accusing the Health Services Workers Union, HSWU, of intimidation following a threat by the union to embark on a strike on Monday, November 11, over what the Union says is stalled negotiations with the government over a new Collective Agreement. The Union, in a […]
First Lady donates to Dome Market Creche; urges a vote for Number One on Ballot paper
By Doreen Ampofo First Lady Mrs Rebecca Akufo-Addo is urging the electorate to choose number 1 on the ballot paper come December 7. The First Lady, who was speaking while on the campaign tour in Abokobi, which is part of the Dome Kwabenya constituency, said the NPP administration has shown a lot more commitment to […]
GAWU urges stronger support for farmers as Ghana celebrates 40th National Farmers’ Day
By Seraphine Nyuiemedi The General Agricultural Workers’ Union (GAWU) of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) has called for greater support and protections for farmers across Ghana as the country marks its 40th National Farmers’ Day. The event celebrates the vital contributions of farmers, food processors, and vendors who work tirelessly to sustain the nation’s food […]
GMA pushes for tech-driven healthcare amid independence from Organized Labour
By Jones Anlimah The Ghana Medical Association (GMA) has declared its independence from organised labour, asserting itself as a self-governing body within Ghana’s labour landscape. Speaking at the association’s 66th Annual General Meeting in Ho, Volta Region, the President of the association, Dr. Frank Serebour, emphasised the GMA’s autonomy in decision-making, stressing that it would […]
Abdul Aziz Issah makes Barcelona B debut
By Ashiadey Dotse Ghanaian midfielder Abdul Aziz Issah made his debut for Barcelona B, coming on as a substitute for Noah Darvich in the 74th minute during a 1-1 draw in Spain’s third division on Wednesday. Issah, who is on loan from Dreams FC in the Ghana Premier League, showed confidence and skill in the […]
Dramatic penalty shatters Arsenal’s unbeaten Champions League streak
By Ashiadey Dotse Arsenal‘s unbeaten Champions League streak was snapped by a highly debated penalty as Inter Milan triumphed at San Siro. Just seconds before halftime, Inter was awarded a penalty when Mikel Merino was controversially called for a handball on a quick Mehdi Taremi flick, leaving him little chance to react. Despite Arsenal’s protests, […]
Ghana to launch National credit score system
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is set to launch a national credit score system today, November 7, 2024. This pioneering initiative is expected to empower Ghanaians by enabling them to purchase goods on credit and make payments in manageable instalments, a major stride in broadening access to financial resources […]
No cholera case in Upper East Region-GHS
The Upper East Regional Health Directorate of the Ghana Health Service (GHS), says the Region has not recorded any cholera case. Dr Freeman Samson Samani, the Deputy Director of Public Health, in an interview with the Ghana News Agency in Bolgatanga, said even though there was no reported case, the Directorate had intensified education on […]
ACP Dr Agordzo (Retired) launches book on experiences after arrest over coup plot
Assistant Commissioner of Police Dr Benjamin Kwasi Agordzo (Retired), one of the 10 persons accused of plotting to overthrow the government, has outdoored a-28-chapter book titled “From Persecution to Freedom: Reflections on my journey through the justice system in Ghana.” The over 500-page book emanated from experiences after his arrest, prosecution and finally acquittal and discharge […]
