Yasarko Press was replaced due to faulty equipment – EC
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Electoral Commission (EC) says Yasarko Press, one of the Printing Houses contracted to print the ballot papers for the 2024 Presidential and Parliamentary Elections was replaced due to faulty equipment. According to the EC, Management of Yasarko Press indicated to the Commission a few days ago that one of its critical […]
Bawku conflict claims 8 lives; security agencies scramble for control
By Belinda Nketia A fresh wave of violence has swept through Bawku, leaving eight people dead and many more injured. Security agencies are racing against time to contain the situation, but experts warn that the conflict’s deep-seated roots demand more than just a temporary fix. Emmanuel Kotin, a renowned security analyst, expressed his frustration on […]
CAF lauds development and growth of Beach Soccer in Africa
By: Nana Kwame Bediako Senegal faced off against debutants Mauritania in the CAF Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations finals, a match that captivated fans and showcased the growing talent in African beach soccer. The Senegalese team, known for their skill and strategic play, demonstrated once again why they are a dominant force in the […]
IMF Board set to review Ghana’s economic progress with possible disbursement of $360M
Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam has disclosed that the IMF Board is scheduled to meet on December 2, 2024, to discuss Ghana’s Third Programme Review. This review could result in the release of 360 million dollars to support the government’s budget and balance of payment needs. This follows a staff-level agreement reached with the […]
Police, Military reassure of reinforcement amidst heightened tensions in Bawku
The Police and the Ghana Armed Forces say they are working to bring the security situation in Bawku and its surrounding areas under control. There is also a joint Police and Military deployment along the Bolgatanga-Walewale-Tamale highway to ensure security and manage vehicular traffic. The security agencies said they are committed to maintaining peace, security, […]
Black Satellites secure spot in 2025 U-20 AFCON with thrilling victory over Côte d’Ivoire
By: Nana Kwame Bediako Black Satellites emerged victorious against Côte d’Ivoire in the semi-finals of the WAFU B U-20 Championship held in Togo. The match, which concluded with a 2-1 scoreline in favour of Ghana, was a testament to the team’s resilience and determination. This victory not only propelled them into the finals of the […]
President Museveni directs urgent handover of Kiteezi Landfill to Jospong Group for decommissioning
By Alex Adi The President of Uganda, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, has directed the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) to expedite the handover of the Kiteezi Landfill to Zoomlion Ghana Limited, a subsidiary of the Jospong Group of Companies. The directive, issued during a high-profile meeting at the State House in Entebbe, will allow the Ghana-based […]
Election 2024: Mahama engages Diplomatic Corps on Ghana’s Electoral Concerns
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Presidential Candidate, John Dramani Mahama, has met with 24 members of the diplomatic community in Accra. In a Facebook statement, Mr. Mahama described the meeting, hosted by U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia Palmer, as an opportunity to address key concerns, including Ghana’s electoral integrity, rising corruption, and the worrying direction […]
IMF revises Ghana’s growth rate upwards
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised Ghana’s growth rate for 2024 to 4 percent from 3 percent. Director of the African Department, Abebe Selassie, disclosed this during the launch of the Regional Economic Outlook report in Washington DC on the sidelines of the IMF/ World Bank Meetings. Mr. Abebe noted that the three percent […]
Sports Minister pledges Training Centre and Secretariat Armwrestling Africa
By Nana Yaw Preko Bimpeh The Ghana Armwrestling Federation’s dream of having a state-of-the-art training centre and office for Africa Armwrestling is finally within reach. In a historic meeting at the Jubilee House, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, in reaffirming the government’s commitment to supporting the growth of Armwrestling in Ghana and Africa, tasked the […]
Class of SMOGA ’74 celebrates 50 years since graduation from St Mary’s High School
By Ellen Avernorgbor The St Mary’s Old Girls Association Class of 1974, SMOGA ’74, has held a Thanksgiving Service at the Christ the King Catholic Church in Accra to climax activities, marking its 50 years of completing school. Preaching at the occasion, the Parish Priest in Charge, Rev. Father Gerald Owusu-Amankwatia, spoke against the negative […]
Mahama, NAPO commiserate with Assemblies of God General Superintendent on Loss of His Mother
By Gloria Anderson In a gesture of unity and support, former President John Mahama, a member of Assemblies of God Ghana, and Hon. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the New Patriotic Party’s running mate and former Minister of Energy, have visited Rev. Stephen Wengam, General Superintendent of Assemblies of God Ghana, to express their condolences following the […]
More than 1,800 lives lost to road crashes in 2024- Ghana Road Safety
By Austin Agyenim Boateng Between January and September this year, 1,817 lives have been lost through road accidents. An 8.35 per cent increase on the 1,677 lives lost during the same period in 2023, according to the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA). Notably, however, the total number of road crashes has decreased, with 9,820 incidents […]
Road Safety to ban floating vehicles
By Austin Agyenim Boateng The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has issued a five-month ultimatum to commercial road transport operators to end the phenomenon of drivers unattached to taxi stations or transport organisations known as floating or Waawa drivers. They are either to join a transport union or establish an association to operate legally. The […]
