Minister for Lands reviews Forest Plantation Development Fund to strengthen Ghana’s Green Agenda
By: Sarah Baafi On Thursday, April 10, 2025, Ghana’s Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, engaged the Forest Plantation Development Fund (FPDF) Board to assess its operations and explore ways to align its mandate with the government’s environmental reset agenda. The meeting was part of the Minister’s broader efforts to familiarize himself […]
White House says tariff rate on most Chinese imports is now 145%
The US tariff rate on most Chinese imports now amounts to 145%, Washington says. US President Donald Trump announced a new levy of 125% on goods from China on Wednesday, but the White House has since clarified that rate is on top of an already existing tariff of 20%. The 20% tariff was previously imposed […]
China raises tariffs on US to 125% in latest trade war escalation
China will raise tariffs on all US goods to 125% with effect from 12 April, up from 84%. The new tariff now matches the so-called ‘reciprocal’ levy imposed by the US on Chinese imports, although Beijing said it won’t go any higher. If we count tariffs the US previously imposed on China, the current rate […]
Ghana Swimming Association announces team for 16th Africa Junior Swimming Championships
By: Kwame Bediako The Ghana Swimming Association has revealed the lineup for Team Ghana at the 16th Africa Junior Swimming Championships, scheduled to take place at the Cairo International Stadium from April 30 to May 3, 2025. This prestigious event aims to showcase young talent from across the continent, and Team Ghana will feature a […]
Italian Ambassador pays courtesy call on IGP
By: Juliet Mettle-Edmonds The Italian Ambassador to Ghana, Mrs. Laura Ranalli has paid a courtesy call on the Inspector General of Police, Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohonu at the Police Headquarters in Accra. Mrs. Laura Ranalli was accompanied by the Deputy Head of Mission, Mr. Gabriele Ubaldo Palermo and Brigadier General Andrea Paris, the Security and […]
Mahama Ayariga kicks against violent clashes in Bawku; calls for peace
The Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, and Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, has strongly condemned the recent violent clashes in Bawku that reportedly caused deaths, injuries, and damage to property, including an attack on his private home. In a statement released while he was away on official duty, Mr. Ayariga expressed his sympathy to the […]
Mohamed Salah signs new two-year contract with Liverpool FC
By: Kwame Bediako Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has signed a new contract, ensuring his continued presence at Anfield for the foreseeable future. The 32-year-old Egyptian forward has been an integral part of the team since joining from AS Roma in 2017. Salah’s eight-year tenure at Liverpool has been nothing short of remarkable. With 243 goals, […]
ECOWAS launches Media Excellence Award to honour voices that tell its story; Jury convenes in Abuja for deliberations
By: Alex Adi Members of the jury tasked with selecting the best productions for the ECOWAS Media Excellence Award are meeting in Abuja, Nigeria. The meeting which started on April 9 will end on April 12, 2025. Speaker after speaker underscored the vital role journalism has played in advancing democracy, peace, and development in the region. […]
Benjamin Asare signs two-year extension with Accra Hearts of Oak
By: Kwame Bediako Accra Hearts of Oak and Black Stars goalkeeper, Benjamin Asare, has extended his stay with Accra Hearts of Oak by signing a two-year deal. The 32-year-old shot-stopper, who was expected to see out his current contract in 2026, will now remain with the club until 2027. Benjamin Asare agreed to the extension […]
Ghana-Czech Business Forum Strengthens Economic Ties
By: Savannah Pokuaah Duah A high-level Ghana-Czech Business Forum took place on April 9, 2025, at the Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra, as part of Czech Republic President Petr Pavel‘s official three-day State Visit to Ghana. The event brought together key representatives from both countries’ public and private sectors to explore opportunities for enhanced trade […]
Prosper Addo confirmed as MCE for Krachi West Municipal Assembly
BY: Bawanke David President John Dramani Mahama‘s nominee for the position of the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Krachi West Municipal Assembly in the Oti Region, Mr. Prosper Addo, has been confirmed by Assembly Members. Mr. Prosper Addo who is also the Oti Regional treasure for the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) secured 100% yes […]
Annoh-Dompreh’s legitimacy as MP reaffirmed by Koforidua High Court
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Mr. Frank Annoh-Dompreh’s position as the elected Member of Parliament (MP) for Nsawam-Adoagyiri Constituency in the Eastern region has been reaffirmed by a Koforidua High Court. The High Court, presided over by Justice George Krofa Addae, ruled in favour of Mr. Annoh-Dompreh, a petition challenging his election to the office of Member […]
Government to reinstate wrongfully dismissed public sector workers – Minister
The government is taking steps to reinstate public sector workers who were wrongfully laid off during the transition period following the change in administration, the Minister of Employment and Labour Relations, Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, has said. In an interview on Joy FM on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, Mr Pelpuo revealed that a special committee has […]
Police arrest suspect in viral assault video in Eastern Region
By: Julliet Mettle-Edmonds The Ghana Police Service, following an intelligence-led operation, on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 arrested a suspect Dawuda Sumaila seen in a viral video physically assaulting a young man with a machete by a fuel tanker. The suspect, Dawuda Sumaila, a tanker driver’s mate, is currentlyin police custody and assisting with investigations into […]
