Cash withdrawals in foreign currency from accounts are allowed – Bank of Ghana
The Bank of Ghana says Over-the-counter (OTC) cash withdrawals in foreign currency from Foreign Exchange Accounts (FEA) and Foreign Currency Accounts (FCA) are allowed. A statement issued in Accra and signed by the Bank’s Secretary, Ms Sandra Thompson, said for non-FEA and non-FCA account holders, forex purchases for travel outside Ghana were allowed but capped […]
Okyenhene donates GHC50,000 to support skills training programme in Akyem Abuakwa
BY: GODFRED ANKU KAALI In a move to boost youth empowerment within the Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Area, the Okyenhene, Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin, has donated GH¢50,000 to support a skills training programme spearheaded by the Amagyei Foundation. The donation was made when management and some trainees of the foundation paid a courtesy call on the […]
Government engages power sector leaders over legacy debts, operational inefficiencies
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, together with the Energy Minister, John Abdulai Jinapor have organised a meeting with power sector leaders on issues affecting Ghana’s power sustainability. The Finance Minister said discussions centered on the urgent need for effective, long-term solutions to the sector’s persistent challenges, which include: legacy […]
Accra: Six convicted in payroll corruption scandal
By: Barbara Kumah Six individuals have been convicted by the High Court in Tamale for their roles in a payroll corruption scheme involving ghost names and fraudulent salary payments within the Ghana Education Service. The convictions followed guilty pleas entered under the OSP‘s plea bargaining framework, leading to full restitution and reparation to the State. […]
CJ’s removal: Committee to begin hearing today
Information emanating from the seat of government indicates that the five-member committee chaired by Supreme Court Justice Gabriel Scott Pwamang to probe three petitions filed against the Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo will commence hearings today, Thursday, 15th May, 2025 The Committee President John Dramani Mahama established, was constituted in accordance with Article 146(6) of the […]
GUTA, AGI ask for 60-day window to reduce prices
The Ghana Union of Traders’ Association (GUTA) and the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) have requested for a 60-day window to reduce prices of commodities amid the continuous appreciation of the cedi. That was to allow for more time to ensure the stability and predictability of the local currency and for the clearance of existing […]
Six convicted in GES payroll scandal; OSP recovers GHS 106k
By: Roberta Gayode Modin The High Court in Tamale has convicted six individuals in connection with a payroll corruption scheme at the Ghana Education Service (GES), following their guilty pleas under the Office of Special Prosecutor’s plea bargaining framework. The convicted persons, including school administrators, payroll officers, and accountants, admitted to illegally validating and reactivating […]
Ghana to host U-20 WAFU A&B Boys Cup in June
By: Kwame Bediako Ghana is gearing up to host the U-20 WAFU A&B Boys Cup, scheduled to take place in Accra from June 15 to 30, 2025. The tournament will bring together 16 countries from the West African region, including Cape Verde, Senegal, Nigeria, and host nation Ghana, in a unified competition that promises to […]
NSA uncovers payroll fraud scheme in Birim North District
By: Sarah Baafi The National Service Authority (NSA) has uncovered a major payroll fraud involving the District Manager and MIS Manager in the Birim North District of Ghana’s Eastern Region. Acting on information from a whistleblower, NSA management confronted the two officials with compelling evidence of their involvement in processing fraudulent monthly allowances. Both have […]
NSA Director General praises Rugby League Federation Ghana during official visit
By: Isaac Tetteh The Rugby League Federation Ghana (RLFG) received commendation from the Director-General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Mr. Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, during an official visit to his Accra office. The meeting marked a significant step in strengthening the relationship between the federation and the national sports authority, highlighting the progress made in […]
President pardons Sammy Gyamfi after apology over Agradaa dollar gift scandal
By: Henrietta Afful The Presidency has officially pardoned the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Samuel Gyamfi (Sammy Gyamfi), following a high-level meeting with government officials regarding his involvement in the controversial dollar gift to social media personality and evangelist, Patricia Asiedua, popularly known as Agradaa. Spokesperson for President John Dramani […]
EU agrees new sanctions on Russia; threatens more if Putin refuses ceasefire
The European Union has agreed to impose a new round of sanctions against Russia, threatening to slap on another one if the country continues to refuse the 30-day unconditional ceasefire proposed by the White House and the “Coalition of the Willing”. The big push comes as Volodymyr Zelenskyy challenges Vladimir Putin to sit down for direct peace […]
GES engages private schools to support free SHS and ease congestion in public schools
By: Henrietta Afful The Ghana Education Service (GES), led by its Director-General, Professor Ernest Kofi Davis, has initiated talks with private school associations to explore the use of their facilities in supporting the Free Senior High School (FSHS) programme. At a high-level meeting in Accra, Prof. Davis accompanied by his deputies, Prof. Smile Dzisi and […]
Italian Open: Coco Gauff secures spot in semi-finals with straight-set victory
By: Kwame Bediako Coco Gauff has advanced to the semi-finals of the Italian Open after a commanding straight-set win over seventh seed Mirra Andreeva on Wednesday. Demonstrating resilience and skill, the American tennis star secured her third appearance in the final four at Rome, highlighting her growing consistency on clay courts. The match lasted one […]
