EC denies involvement in deployment of military personnel
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Mrs Jean Mensa has denied any involvement in the deployment of soldiers in uniform moving around some regions or constituencies across the country. According to her, the Commission is not responsible for the deployment of military personnel or any security arrangements related to the elections. […]
Military leader dissolves Burkina Faso’s government
Burkina Faso‘s military ruler Capt Ibrahim Traoré has sacked his Prime Minister Apollinaire Joachim Kyelem de Tambela and dissolved the entire government. The dismissal of the head of government and his cabinet was announced in a decree signed by the junta leader on Friday. The decree did not specify why the prime minister was sacked, […]
Ivory Coast’s national dish Attiéké receives UNESCO Cultural Heritage status
Attiéké, a beloved national dish of Ivory Coast, has been officially recognized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as an important part of the world’s intangible cultural heritage. The announcement, made this December, marks a significant milestone for the West African nation, as attiéké joins the ranks of other globally celebrated […]
Nabdam: EC encourages visually impaired to use tactile jacket to vote
By: Peter Agengre Persons living with visual impairment in the Nabdam District in the Upper East Region have been encouraged to come out in their numbers to cast their votes on election day without any fear of intimidation. The Nabdam District Electoral Officer of the Electoral Commission (EC) at a training in Kongo, sensitized the visually impaired […]
48 out of 58 SOCO projects completed; Northern Regional Minister describes projects as game-changer
By: Joyce Kantam Kolamong The Northern Regional Minister, Alhaji Shani Alhassan Saibu, has hailed the Gulf of Guinea Northern Regions Social Cohesion (SOCO) project as a game-changer as 48 out of 58 projects awarded to the region are fully completed. He said the 48 completed projects are fully furnished, with some already operational. At a […]
Ghana’s Political Parties’ Manifestos: Big on promises, short on financial allocation
Story by: Jennifer Frimpong Wiredu With few days to the December 7 polls, financial impediments have been identified as one of the factors that may hinder a successful implementation of the political parties’ manifestos, especially promises that have youth in focus. According to Youth Sensitivity Analysis on 2024 parties manifestos and youth aspirations report, the […]
Pastor Love granted GH¢2M cedis bail
By: Beatrice Oppon The High Court in Accra has granted bail to Pastor Hammond Love popularly known as Pastor Love pending his appeal against his 48 months jail term. The bail bond was set at two million cedis with three sureties, to be justified with landed property. The Court also ordered that he deposits his […]
UK to help give 10 million people worldwide access to clean cooking
By: Hannah Dadzie UK Minister for Development, Anneliese Dodds has today announced a major package to boost global access to clean forms of cooking that avoid burning wood or coal, including in Ghana. Globally, around 2.1 billion people still have to cook on firewood, charcoal or other polluting fuels, often worsening the health of many women […]
GII sparks dialogue on political parties’ role in combating corruption ahead of elections
By: Regina Kwapong As the country gears itself towards election, the issue of transparency, accountability and fairness with the public purse will be a critical decider in the ballot box. In a bid to tackle corruption head-on, the Ghana Anti-corruption Coalition, GII, has led a conversation that has become one of the political cankers over […]
AFCON 2025Q: Angola looks to upset Ghana’s hopes in thrilling 10th meeting
By: Nana Kwame Bediako The Black Stars of Ghana are set to face off against the Palancas Negras of Angola in what will be their 10th meeting in all competitions. With a history of competitive encounters, this match promises to be a thrilling spectacle for football fans. The teams have previously met nine times, with […]
We are endorsing corruption instead of policies – Hassan Ayariga
By Ashiadey Dotse The flagbearer of the All People’s Congress (APC), Dr. Hassan Ayariga, has criticized Ghanaian voters for promoting corruption by demanding money during elections instead of focusing on policies. Speaking on the GTV Presidential Encounter on Thursday, November 14, 2024, Dr. Ayariga said this practice undermines democracy and affects the election of competent […]
Prof Opoku-Agyemang slams Akufo-Addo for prioritizing statue
The vice presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Prof. Jane NaanaOpoku-Agyemang, says there is no justification for President Akufo-Addo erecting his statue in Takoradi at a time that many Ghanaians are facing economic hardship. She said Ghanaians are wallowing in abject poverty as prices of goods and services skyrocket on the watch of […]
Bawumia’s Possibility Campaign Trail hits Bantama Constituency in Ashanti Region
By: Mercy Darko The Presidential Candidate of the New Patriotic Party, NPP, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, says the future of policies such as the Free SHS, National Health Insurance Scheme, Trainee Allowance, One District One Factory, Planting for Food and Jobs, Agenda 111, Free treatment for Sickle Cell patients and many others are on the line […]
Nigeria head five Afcon 2025 qualifiers as Ghana given hope
Three-time continental champions Nigeria were among five sides to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) in the penultimate round of fixtures played on Thursday. Ten-man Tunisia netted a 93rd-minute winner to triump 3-2 away to Madagascar and book a record-extending 17th successive appearance at the finals. Gabon, South Africa and Uganda all progressed […]
