Galamsey: Declaring a state of emergency “draconian and far-reaching” – Lands Minister
By Jeremiah Nutsugah Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abu Jinapor, has described calls for a state of emergency to combat illegal mining (galamsey) as “draconian and far-reaching.” While emphasising that fighting galamsey remains a top priority, he cautioned that extreme measures could have unintended consequences on the economy, livelihoods, and governance. Jinapor stated […]
Prof. Fred Binka urges government to prioritise investment in malaria research
By Rachel Kakraba An Epidemiologist, Prof. Fred Binka, is advocating for investment in new tools and technologies that could cut down on the reproduction and transmission of mosquito, the vector which spreads malaria. This, he noted, will be a giant step in Ghana’s malaria elimination efforts. Such studies, he recommended, could focus on trapping mosquitoes […]
Fostering Unity and Cooperation: Foreign Affairs Ministry hosts Diplomatic Community Games
By: Mabel Esinam Awagah The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration recently organised the annual “A Day with the Diplomatic Community Games” in Accra. The event aimed to promote healthy cooperation and informal fraternisation among the diplomatic community in Ghana and the ministry. In her address, Foreign Affairs Minister Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey emphasised the […]
Adwa Memorial Museum – A Symbol of Ethiopia’s resilience in face of adversity
By Emmanuel Mensah-Abludo & Sualah Abdul-wahab The Adwa Memorial Museum in Addis Ababa stands as a powerful testament to Ethiopia’s resilience and a celebration of its significant victory over colonialism during the Battle of Adwa in 1896. The state-of-the-art museum is not just a repository of artifacts but also a solemn reminder of the selfless […]
CAF ban Baba Yara Sports Stadium from hosting football matches
By: Nana Kwame Bediako The Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced on Tuesday, September 11, 2024, the prohibition of Ghana’s Baba Yara Stadium from hosting international matches. This significant decision underscores the deteriorating state of Ghanaian football infrastructure, revealing deep-rooted issues that have long been overlooked. The 40,000-capacity stadium located in Kumasi has been Ghana’s […]
China African Trade: VistaJet Connects China-Africa Ties, Propelling Cross-Continental Commerce
VistaJet brought business leaders, heads of state and governments together at one of the world’s largest forums in the 9th Forum of China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in Beijing from September 4 to 6. The FOCAC summit, which meets once every 3 years alternating between China and Africa, aims to expand and deepen the China-Africa cooperation and […]
Presidential Debates: IEA solicits questions from public
The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has requested the public, civil society organisations, associations, public institutions, and private sector institutions to submit questions for the upcoming presidential and vice presidential debates aimed at promoting issues-based elections. A statement issued by the IEA dated September 5, 2024, said the questions should be submitted to the IEA […]
MP institutes ₵100,000 emergency rent support fund to assist VRA spill victims
The MP for North Tongu, Sammuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has launched an emergency rent fund to support victims of the Akosombo Spill. The fund he said will prioritise female applicants, and it shall be totally free and non refundable. ”Today, I also launched a North Tongu MP’s GHS100,000.00 emergency rent support fund to assist VRA spillage […]
Election tampering by officials should be treasonable offence – Dr. Afari Gyan
“Persons who commit serious election offences, particularly if they are professional election officials or electronic experts, must be severely punished for attempting to undermine the will of the people. Possibly a treasonable act,” a former Chairman of the Electoral Commission (EC), Dr Kwadwo Afari Gyan, has said. “And I am singling out professional election administrators […]
Our reputation is on the line; we are committed to peaceful, fair elections – EC
The Electoral Commission (EC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring peaceful and fair elections in the upcoming December polls, stressing that its reputation is on the line. At the launch of Citi FM and Channel One TV’s 2024 General Elections coverage in Accra on Tuesday, Dr. Eric Bossman Asare, Deputy Chairperson of the EC in […]
Illegal mining must be totally banned in Ghana- Nyaho Tamakloe
By Jeremiah Nutsugah Dr. Nyaho Nyaho Tamakloe, a founding member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has called for a total ban on illegal small scale mining in Ghana. Speaking on TV3’s “Ghana Tonight” on September 9, 2024, he emphasised the need to prioritise partisanship and defend the constitution. “Mining must be banned entirely. If […]
Police declare man wanted for threatening public officials
By Jeremiah Nutsugah The Ghana Police Service has declared a male suspect wanted after a viral video surfaced showing him threatening to shoot and harm public officials. The suspect, who identifies himself as “Commander Kanawu, Revolution Leader,” makes threats against key figures, including Inspector-General of Police, George Akuffo Dampare; Interior Minister, Henry Quartey; Electoral Commission […]
NDC to stage protest over alleged voter register ‘irregularities’
By Gloria Amoh The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced plans to hold nationwide demonstrations on September 17, 2024, in response to concerns over the Electoral Commission’s (EC) handling of discrepancies in the voter register. These concerns emerged during the recent voter exhibition exercise, where the NDC identified several alleged irregularities in the register. After […]
New cocoa crop season begins with reduction in target by 19.8 percent
The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has reviewed downward the target for the new crop season which begins today by 19.8 percent due to the unprecedented dry spell witnessed this year. Chief Executive of COCOBOD, Joseph Boahen Aidoo disclosed that harsh weather conditions have made it difficult for most farmers in the Bono and Western North […]
