CAF unveils official logo for AFCON 2025
By Kwame Bediako The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially unveiled the logo for the upcoming TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, set to take place in Rabat, Morocco. This modern and iconic symbol not only represents the tournament but also celebrates the rich heritage and unity of the African continent. As anticipation […]
Communication 101: The Fashionably-Conscious Politician – A Wardrobe for the Woman on the Frontline
By Joyce Bawa Mogtari The rise of Proudly Female Leadership is here, and Ghana has reached a historic milestone with the inauguration of its first-ever female Vice President. This remarkable achievement calls for a reflection on the evolving role of women leaders in politics—and yes, their impeccable sense of style, too. Who could forget the […]
49th SWAG Awards: Edwin Gadayi and Rose Yeboah crowned Athletes of the Year, Bright Kankam Boadu wins Sports Journalist of the Year
By Kwame Bediako Ghana’s sports stars, Rose Yeboah Amoanimaa and Edwin Gadayi on Friday, January 24, 2025 at the 49th SWAG Awards were honored as the Female and Male Athletes of the Year, respectively. Their remarkable performances throughout 2024 have not only brought glory to the nation but have also set the stage for future […]
GPHA Commissions New Multi-Purpose Vessel
By Mike Dewornu The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority has commissioned a new multi purpose vessel to enhance the operational capabilities of Ghana’s Ports and ensure safety and sustainability of its maritime domain. The 470tonnes high performance vessel is named after a former Director of Port Mr. Gordon Anim who served in Tema and Takoradi for 35years […]
President Mahama Promises a New Dawn for the Volta Region During Thank You Tour.
BY Seraphine Nyuiemedi President John Dramani Mahama has pledged a transformative era for the Volta Region, vowing to correct years of neglect and prioritize development across key sectors. During his Thank You Tour in Ho, the President expressed deep gratitude to the region for its unwavering loyalty to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and […]
Seven Member Technical Committee Inaugurated To Work Out Modalities For Private Sector Participation In Operation Of ECG And NEDCo
By Dominic Hlordzi A Seven Member Technical Committee has been inaugurated to work out modalities for private sector participation in the operation of the Electricity Company of Ghana, ECG and the Northern Electricity Distribution Company, NEDCo. Inaugurating the Committee in Accra, the Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Mr. John Jinapor underscored the need for […]
Sylvester Mensah to head Ghana Export-Import Bank
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH President John Dramani Mahama has named a former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Health Insurance Authority, Mr. Sylvester Adinam Mensah as the new Acting CEO of the Ghana Export-Import Bank (GEXIM). According to a release announcing his appointment, Mr. Mensah’s new role is to spearhead the Bank’s mission to support […]
President Trump Terminates Fauci’s $15M Security Detail: Safety or Savings?
President Donald Trump announced the termination of Dr. Anthony Fauci‘s taxpayer-funded security detail during a press conference on January 24, 2025. This decision affects the $15 million security arrangement that had been in place through the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for Fauci, who previously served as the Chief Medical Advisor to the President. Trump […]
Togbe Afede XIV Laments Reckless Spending In Previous Government
By Deborah Pofara Luu Togbe Afede XIV has criticized the previous government’s economic management during President John Mahama’s Thank You tour in the Volta Region. He condemned the Bank of Ghana for spending nearly $300 millioa on a new head office building , which he believes is a reckless use of funds. This amount, he […]
Gabon Heads for Presidential Polls in Bid to End Military Rule
By Sarah Baafi Gabon is set to hold presidential election in April according to an announcement made by the military government during a cabinet meeting this week. “ Under this decree, the election will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2025” a government statement issued late Wednesday after a Ministerial cabinet meeting. This election represents […]
Swift GNFS response saves 23 shops in Kejetia market fire
By Seth Eyiah On January 24, 2025, a fire broke out at Kejetia Market, affecting two stores (S-1785 and S-1786) on the second floor. The GNFS swiftly responded, arriving at the scene within 6 minutes after receiving the distress fire call at 0527 hours. The fire was brought under control at 0547 hours and fully […]
Energy Minister inspects uncleared containers at Tema harbour
The Minister of Energy, Hon. John Abdulai Jinapor, has visited the Tema Harbour to assess the situation of about 2,500 containers belonging to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) that have been left uncleared for years. The containers, which were purchased by the previous administration, hold important materials for energy projects. However, they have been […]
Ato Forson urges Finance Ministry staff to unite for Ghana’s economic recovery
Ghana’s Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has called on the staff of the Ministry of Finance to join hands in rebuilding the country’s economy. He made this appeal during his first meeting with the Ministry’s top management on Thursday, January 23, 2025, after being approved by Parliament and sworn in by President John Dramani […]
Government has directed all heads of government institutions to submit details of employees added to their payroll since 7th December 2024.
President Mahama’s administration has mandated all government institutions to submit payroll data for staff added since December 7, 2024. This directive aims to enhance transparency and accountability in payroll management. Institutions are required to provide details including full names, job titles, employee identification numbers, appointment dates, and payroll addition dates. The deadline for submission is […]
