Ghana, South Africa deepen security ties with Joint Defence Committee Meeting
Mr. Kofi Amankwa-Manu, Deputy Minister for Defence, says peace and security remain fragile not only in Africa but globally. He said internal conflict, terrorism and violent extremism posed significant challenges to stability and development. “We must address these issues and work towards a safer, more prosperous future for our people and nations at large,” he […]
Morocco: King Mohammed VI celebrates a quarter century of achievements and challenges, reaffirms support for Palestinian cause
By Napoleon Ato Kittoe In a significant political development, King Mohammed VI of Morocco delivered his annual speech on the occasion of Throne Day, marking the 25th anniversary of his ascension to the throne. In his speech, he expressed his gratitude to God for the political, institutional, economic, and social achievements of his reign. The […]
ECOWAS commissions $10,000 mechanised borehole for Begoro-Odumase community
By Michael Kofi Kenetey The Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS Commission, has commissioned and handed over a $10,000 mechanised borehole project to the people of Begoro-Odumase in the Fanteakwa North Municipality of the Eastern Region. This is to help end the acute water challenge that has confronted the community for the past years. […]
UHAS confers Honorary Doctorate on President Akufo-Addo
The President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has received the prestigious symbol of an Honorary Doctorate Degree from the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS). The award was conferred on the President at an exclusive congregation held at the commissioning of the second phase development of the University’s main campus in Ho, a $60 million […]
President Akufo-Addo to launch District Road Improvement Program
By Kafui Dey The President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, will launch the ambitious District Road Improvement Program (DRIP) at Independence Square on July 31, 2024. This program, spearheaded by the Ministry of Local Government, Decentralisation and Rural Development, aims to address the critical issue of poor road conditions across the country’s 275 constituencies, identified by […]
Accra Business School holds 16th graduation ceremony
By Eugenia Acheampong Four hundred and fifteen (415) students have been awarded various degrees and diplomas by the Accra Business School. The degrees awarded include Master of Communication and International Marketing, Master of Public Affairs, Master of International Relations, as well as Master of Accounting and Finance. This was at the school’s 16th graduation ceremony […]
Minister of Education Dr. Adutwum to speak on State of Ghana’s Education amidst myriad of challenges
By Rebecca Ekpe Education no doubt is the backbone of every development. Education is fundamental to the developmental aspirations of every country, from the basic through to the higher levels. In Ghana, critical attention has been paid to the country’s educational system over the years, in a bid to remove disparities, encourage inclusivity, match industry […]
EC announces Voter Registration Mop-Up from August 1-3
By Issac Asare The Electoral Commission is to begin mopping up voter registration from August 1 to August 3, 2024. Speaking to journalists in Accra, the Deputy Chairperson in- Charge of Operations, Samuel Tettey, said the mop-up exercise is to offer persons who turned 18 years old after the recent limited voter registration and those […]
Professor Mariwah advocates end to WASH violence against women
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH A Professor of Health and Development Geography at the Department of Geography and Regional Planning, University of Cape Coast (UCC), Professor Simon Mariwah is advocating for an end to Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) violence against women. According to him, most women became more suspectable of sexual abuse when WASH facilities were unfriendly, […]
Paris 2024: Ghanaian swimmer Harry Stacey to kick start Olympic campaign for Ghana
By: Nana Kwame Bediako Ghanaian swimmer Harry Stacey is set to kick off Ghana’s participation in the Paris 2024 Olympics on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. This event marks his Olympic debut, a significant milestone for both Stacey and Ghana. Currently the highest-ranked male swimmer in Ghana, according to the World Aquatics Point Table, Stacey is […]
GBC partners Greater Accra Regional Hospital to donate blood
The State Broadcaster, GBC will partner with the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, formerly known as RIDGE Hospital, for a blood donation exercise at the forecourt of the Corporation at Kanda on Friday, August 2. This forms part of the Corporation’s 89th Anniversary celebration. It is to raise awareness on the need to regularly donate blood […]
Gender mainstreaming in WASH requires deliberate efforts -Sanitation Minister
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Minister of Sanitation and Water Resources (MSWR), Madam Lydia Seyram Alhassan, has called on Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) sector stakeholders to come up with a deliberate plan and strategies to tackle issues of gender parity in WASH. According to her, gender mainstreaming in WASH requires deliberate efforts to integrate gender […]
Amir of Ahmadi Muslims calls for national unity ahead of December polls
By Murtala Issah The Amir and leader of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Ghana, Muhammad Bin Salih, has appealed to Ghanaians to renew their faith and allegiance to Ghana as the nation prepares for elections in December. He made the appeal after tens of thousands of guests attending the 58th Annual Convention of the Ahmadiyya […]
Ghana’s Constitutional Conundrum: A call for reform
By Joseph Bagah, Senior Assistant Registrar, SD Dombo University of Integrated Development Studies, WA. Ghana’s constitutional framework has been a subject of concern, and a lot of brainstorming has gone on for many years. The practice where Members of Parliament (MPs) play dual roles or serve multiple positions as Ministers has raised questions about whether […]
