WACCE marks 10 years of championing peace and security across West Africa
In December 2024, WACCE will be ten years, marking a decade of dedication to confronting the rising threat of violent extremism and insecurity across West Africa. Since its founding in December 2014, WACCE has remained at the forefront of efforts to protect communities, foster peace, and build resilience in the face of growing terrorist violence. […]
Ghana Cedi is 4th weakest in West Africa; losing 24% value in 2024 – World Bank
The World Bank’s October 2024 Africa Pulse Report has revealed that the Ghana cedi and three other currencies are the worst-performing currencies in Sub-Saharan Africa in 2024. According to the report, the cedi has lost about 24 percent value to the US dollar, placing it as the 4th weakest in Sub region. South Sudan’s pound, […]
Medeama SC coach wins Ghana Premier League Award for September
Nebojsa Kapor, the head coach of Medeama SC, has been named the Ghana Premier League Coach of the Month for September. Kapor earned the award after leading his team to three straight wins, with Medeama SC staying unbeaten throughout the month. Their winning run started with a 1-0 home victory against Accra Lions, followed by […]
9th ICDM Alumni Conference in Ho focuses on Post-COVID universal health coverage and welfare
By: Jones Anlimah The 9th International Community of Diaconic Management (ICDM) Alumni Conference is underway in Ho, the Volta Regional capital. Hosted by the Evangelical Presbyterian University College/Seminary, the four-day event is themed “Universal Health Coverage and Welfare (SDG 3.8): Towards Post-COVID-19 Responses; Challenges, Key Strategies, and the Role of Health and Religious Institutions within […]
CAF launches investigation into Nigeria’s Super Eagles distressing situation at Libyan airport
By: Nana Kwame Bediako The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced its decision to launch an investigation into the distressing circumstances that left Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, stranded at a Libyan airport. This incident has not only raised eyebrows across the football community but has also highlighted the complexities involved in […]
EC host crunch IPAC meeting today
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana is set to hold a crunch Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting today, Tuesday, October 15, 2024 to discuss issues concerning the upcoming presidential and parliamentary polls scheduled for December 7, 2024. The meeting involving leadership of the various political parties and the commission will take place […]
Parliament reconvenes at AICC today
By: Jeremiah Nutsugah Parliament will reconvene for its fifth meeting of the fourth session today, Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at the Dome of the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC). The temporary relocation is due to ongoing renovation works in Parliament’s main chamber. According to a formal statement issued on September 30, 2024, and signed by […]
Mamobi Disturbance: Police restore calm; on manhunt for perpetrators
The Police have restored calm at Mamobi, a suburb of Accra, following disturbances between supporters of the New Patriotic Party and the National Democratic Congress, resulting in the injuries of nine people. Seven of the injured have been treated and discharged while two are still receiving treatment at a hospital. A statement from the Police […]
Cocoa smuggling task force seizes 100 bags in Old Akrade
The Anti-Cocoa Smuggling Taskforce of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), in collaboration with national security, has apprehended a driver and a mate at old Akrade in the Asuogyaman district of the Eastern Region for attempting to smuggle cocoa beans. According to a national security source who briefed the Ghana News Agency, the taskforce received a […]
Moody’s upgrades Ghana’s rating, signals positive outlook
Global credit ratings agency Moody’s has upgraded Ghana’s long-term local and foreign currency issuer ratings, raising them to ‘Caa2’ from previous levels of ‘Caa3’ and ‘Ca.’ This marks a significant improvement for Ghana, driven by the country’s extensive debt restructuring, which has eased the government’s financial pressures. Moody’s also shifted Ghana’s outlook from ‘stable’ to […]
All major development projects in Banda have been through the NPP – Omanhene
The Omanhene of Banda Traditional Council, Nana Sekyemme Sinapem II has applauded the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) for consistently supporting the people of Banda. The Banda Constituency, in the Bono Region, has since its creation in 2012, traditionally voted for the NDC, but welcoming Dr. Bawumia to the Constituency on Sunday, on behalf of […]
Morocco: King Mohammed VI presides over the opening of the 1st session of the 4th legislative year of the 11th Parliament
By: Napoleon Ato Kittoe Rabat – His Majesty King Mohammed VI, accompanied by HRH Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan and HRH Prince Moulay Rachid, presided over the opening of the first session of the fourth legislative year of the 11th Parliament in Rabat last Friday. On this occasion, His Majesty the King delivered a speech […]
Kenya’s Chepngetich breaks marathon world record
Kenya’s Ruth Chepngetich broke the world record to win the Chicago Marathon on Sunday. The 30-year-old clocked a time of two hours, nine minutes and 57 seconds to surpass Ethiopian Tigst Assefa’s previous record by nearly two minutes. Chepngetich is the first woman to run a marathon in under two hours and 10 minutes. Assefa […]
Hasaacas Ladies clinch Champion of Champions trophy with a 2-0 over Army Ladies
By: Nana Kwame Bediako Hasaacas Ladies have once again proven their prowess on the football field by clinching the Women’s Champion of Champions title after a decisive 2-0 victory over Army Ladies. The match, held at the Ghanaman Centre of Excellence in Prampram, showcased the skill and determination of the Hasaacas Ladies as they emerged […]
