Fires, power cuts after Russia hits Zelensky’s hometown in massive attack
By: Rejoice Henrietta Otoo Arthur Ukraine — President Volodymyr Zelensky’s hometown of Kryvyi Rih was among the hardest hit as Russia launched what officials called the most intense drone and missile attack on the city since the war began. The overnight strike knocked out power and water, caused multiple fires, and injured at least 15 […]
Abolish Teacher Licensure Exams by August 30 – Education Minister tells NTC
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Minister of Education, Mr. Haruna Iddrisu, has instructed the National Teaching Council (NTC) to abolish the Teacher Licensure Examinations by August 30, 2025. Mr. Iddrisu gave the instructions during the inauguration of the new governing board of the NTC on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. The Education Minister explained that the decision […]
Implementation of GHC1 per litter fuel levy begins today July 16
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Implementation of the GHC1 per litter fuel levy (revised Energy Sector Levy (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1141), announced by the government some few months ago, begins today, Wednesday, July 16, 2025. The introduction of the levy by the government which is being implementation by the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), has a […]
Mahama’s administration rebuilding Ghana’s foundations – Timothy Ataboadey
By: Savannah Pokuaah Duah Former Member of Parliament for the Builsa North Constituency, Timothy Ataboadey Awontiirim, has accused the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration of widespread destruction and corruption, asserting that the current Mahama administration is diligently rebuilding Ghana’s foundations. Mr Awontiirim made the strong statement during an interview on GTV’s Breakfast Show on […]
Four arrested for killing 70 year-old woman over witchcraft accusation
By: Joyce Kantam Kolamong Four persons have been arrested for their involvement in the killing of a 70 year old woman, Noab Bilatukin at Sagbani near Bunkpurugu-Yunyoo District of the North East Region. They were arrested at their various hideouts in villages around Bunkpurugu. In a statement signed by the Public Relations Officer of the […]
Launch Of The 24-Hour Economic Policy
NEWS COMMENTARY ON THE LAUNCH OF THE 24-HOUR ECONOMIC POLICY: The idea of a 24-hour economy, where economic activities continue around the clock, is typically associated with certain major cities and regions, rather than in an entire country. Notwithstanding, some countries have embraced policies and practices that support a 24-hour economy, particularly in urban […]
Ukrainian PM resigns, paving way for government reshuffle
Ukraine’s prime minister announced his resignation on Tuesday in the first formal step of what is expected to be a significant reshuffle of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s government, which could also see the country’s ambassador to Washington replaced. “I am tendering my resignation from the post of the Prime Minister of Ukraine,” Denys Shmyhal wrote in […]
Population expert calls for government funding of reproductive health issues
By: Gloria Edinam Atiase Ghana’s population is growing rapidly, with the majority being under 35. While this youth boom presents an opportunity for economic growth, it can also lead to rising unemployment, underemployment, and increased pressure on social services. According to the 2021 Population and Housing Census report, Ghana’s population growth rate stands at 2.1 […]
Burna Boy apologises for distancing himself from Afrobeats
Burna Boy has apologised for comments he made distancing himself from Afrobeats. The Nigerian singer-songwriter is seen as a trailblazer who has helped to bring the genre to a global audience. But he faced backlash over a 2023 Apple Music interview where he said it “lacks substance” and most artists in the space had “almost […]
Parliamentary Committee on Defence commends Immigration Service, Pledges support for office project
BY: VALENTIA TETTEH The Parliamentary Select Committee on Defence and Interior has lauded the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) for its continued dedication to safeguarding the country’s borders and maintaining national security. The commendation was made during a working visit by the Committee to the Service’s Headquarters in Accra. The visit formed part of the Committee’s […]
Manchester City’s Jeremy Doku pays courtesy call on Otumfuo Osei Tutu II
By: Kwame Bediako Manchester City winger Jeremy Doku has paid a special visit to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, during his holiday in Ghana, the country of his parents. The Belgian international has been engaging in a range of meaningful activities across Ghana, with the meeting alongside the King of the Ashanti Kingdom standing […]
Accra: High Court denies Agradaa bail pending appeal process
By: Barbara Kumah The High Court in Amasaman has denied a bail application filed by lawyers for Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, widely known as Nana Agradaa, pending the hearing of her appeal against her 15 years imprisonment. The Court hearing the application on Tuesday July 15, refused it, and directed the Circuit Court to furnish it […]
AngloGold Ashanti hands over GHC8.4M Robotic Centre to boost STEM education in Obuasi
By: Nicholas Osei-Wusu The teaching and study of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, STEM in Obuasi and the surrounding communities in the Ashanti region has received a major boost with the inauguration and operationalization of a Robotics Centre built at a cost of eight point-four million Ghana Cedis. The Robotics Centre, financed by AngloGold Ashanti, […]
Ghana Immigration Service develops 24-Hour Policy – Muntaka
As part of efforts to align national security institutions with theGovernment’s 24-Hour EconomyPolicy Agenda, the Ghana Immigration Service, has developed a 24-Hour Policy at its Headquarters in Accra. Alhaji Mohammed-Mubarak Muntaka, the Minister for the Interior/National Security, said as of June, the Service had also prosecuted 13 suspects in Accra for human trafficking, illegal entry, […]
