Positive Technologies partners with Indonesian University SGU to boost Cybersecurity education in Moscow
By : Mabel Adorkor Annang The conclusion of the first Positive Hack Camp in Moscow marked a significant milestone in global cybersecurity education, as Positive Technologies announced a strategic partnership with SGU, a leading technical university in Indonesia. This collaboration aims to enhance the development of cybersecurity talent in Indonesia, addressing the critical need for […]
Water disruption in eastern Accra due to burst on transmission line from Kpong Treatment plant – GWCL
The Management of Ghana Water limited (GWCL), wishes to inform the general Public, that there has been interruption of water supply to the eastern part of the Greater Accra Region from Sunday 25th August 2024 affecting supply to Dodowa, Oyibi, Frafraha, Adenta, Madina, Ashongman, Haatso, La, Osu, Kanda, Airport Residential Area, Legon and surrounding communities. […]
Agroecology Proponents Battle Green Revolution in Ghana
By: Joyce Gyekye As AGRA gears up for the 2024 Africa Food Systems summit in Kigali, Rwanda, from September 2- September 6, representatives of smallholder farmers are up in arms over what they term as the destructive policies of the Gates-funded organization. In 2017, the government of Ghana launched the Planting for Food and Jobs (PFJ) initiative, which at its core is […]
Otumfuo strips three chiefs of titles in bold crackdown on galamsey
By: Andoh Magdalene In a decisive move, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, has destooled the Gyaasihene, Akyeamehene, and Baamuhene of Sabronum, removing them from their positions during the Asanteman Council meeting on Monday, August 26, 2024, at Manhyia Palace. This action comes as a result of their involvement in illegal mining, known locally as […]
Fire in Parliament: MPs run for cover, impacting public business
By: Edzorna Francis Mensah The fire outbreak in Parliament has caused fear and panic among staff, forcing the Assurance Committee of the House to discontinue its public hearing. Briefing the media, the Greater Accra Regional Officer ACFO 1, Roberta Agrey Ghanson, has confirmed the fire outbreak from the Member’s Centre on the first floor of […]
Tanzanian president names ‘troublesome’ lion after rival
Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has named a “troublesome” lion after one of the country’s opposition leaders. President Samia was visiting the Tanzania Wildlife Authority (TAWA) when she was introduced to the unruly lion by officials. “Does that lion have a name?” asked President Samia. “If not, name him Tundu Lissu.” Mr Lissu is the […]
Settle all outstanding allowances of casual workers” – PAC orders Karaga District Assembly
By: Murtala Issah The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament has directed the Karaga District Assembly to pay all outstanding allowances owed to casual workers of the assembly. The committee emphasized that these workers, who play a crucial role in the operations of the Assembly, deserve to be compensated fairly and promptly. Currently, casual workers […]
Part of Job 600 building gutted by fire
By Jeremiah Nutsugah A fire broke out at the Job 600 building in Accra on Tuesday morning, causing fear and panic among those present. The building serves as offices for Members of Parliament (MPs) and their research assistants, as well as housing conference rooms and offices for senior staff. The incident occurred around 10 am, […]
Ohemaa Mercy: Gossip doesn’t affect me
By: Hagar Owusu A celebrated Ghanaian gospel sensation, Ohemaa Mercy, says, she is no stranger to the rumors and gossip that often surround public figures the entertainment industry. According to Ohemaa Mercy, gossips does not move her. Ohemaa Mercy has long been admired for her powerful ministry through music, touching the hearts of countless fans […]
Focus on community pitches instead of international stadia – Journalist tells NDC
By: Joyce Adjei Tawiah Ghanaian Sports Journalist, Veronica Commey has urged the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to prioritize building community pitches that local clubs can benefit from, rather than focusing on international standard pitches. Her call follows the NDC’s launch of its 2024 Elections Manifesto on Saturday, August 24, 2024, which included a commitment to […]
New Force Movement to unveil national policies in September
The New Force Movement, under the leadership of Nana Kwame Bediako, will unveil its national policies next month. Precisely on 1st September 2024, at 7:30pm, Nana Kwame will unveil the policies in a virtual address to Ghanaians. According to the New Force, the move marks not only the birth of a new political direction for […]
Singer Mariah Carey’s mother and sister die on the same day
Mariah Carey’s mother Patricia and sister Alison died on the same day over the weekend, the US singer has said in a statement. “My heart is broken that I’ve lost my mother this past weekend,” Carey said on Monday. “Sadly, in a tragic turn of events, my sister lost her life on the same day.” […]
Late president Mills deserves more credit for anti-corruption efforts – Okudzeto Ablakwa
By: Jeremiah Nutsugah Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has stated that the late President John Fiifi Atta Mills deserves more credit for his efforts in combating corruption and retrieving state lands from individuals. In an interview on “The Talking Points” at Channel 1 TV on August 26, 2024, he noted that […]
We dress for entertainment; we are not gay – Deaconess Abokoma and friends
Tik Tok stars ‘Deaconess Abokoma’, ‘Eno Fodjour’, and friends are popular Ghanaian skit makers known for their humorous portrayals of the stereotypical lives of old Ghanaian women and gossips. Their content, which often features them embodying exaggerated feminine characters, has sparked both laughter and controversy, with some tagging them as homosexuals due to their performances. […]
