Author: Mavis Arthur

Primary schools get new curriculum, KG subjects reduced from 7 to 4

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has introduced a new curriculum to replace the current one from Kindergarten to Primary Six. The curriculum forms part of sweeping reforms in basic education, beginning from the 2019/2020 academic year. Under the new curriculum, the subjects to be taught at the KG level have been reduced from seven to […]

Adentan to benefit from Sinohydro road package

The Adentan Municipality is to benefit from the Sinohydro infrastructure package with a 22km dual carriageway from the Aburi road junction to Dodowa. The road project forms part of government’s plan to provide critical infrastructure to the people and to ease traffic in the area. Member of Parliament (MP) for Adentan, Yaw Buabeng Asamoah, announced […]

FDA empowers 25 cottage industries in Central Region

The Central Regional Office of the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), has stepped-up engagements with local industries in the Region to empower them to boost their businesses. The initiative is aimed at reaching-out to all cottage industries with support, training and education on the modus of operandi of the Authority to enable them to operate […]

PURC warns public against illegal connections

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has warned the public against illegal connections of utilities as that can truncate regular flow of potable water and electricity supply. Mr Issahaku Mashoud Yakubu, the Northern Regional Manager of PURC said the activities of the illegal connections resulted in a lot of crisis in the utility companies and […]

Lotto fraudsters using NLA name to defraud clients in Wa

Patrons of lotto products in the Upper West Region have expressed concern on alleged growing fraudulent deals perpetuated by faceless individuals using the name of National Lottery Authority (NLA) to swindle unsuspecting people. The persons are reportedly parading themselves as officials from NLA who often advertise on traditional and social media platforms, particularly on Facebook […]

Ban on noise making in Accra to begin May 13

The Ga traditional council has set up a taskforce to monitor this year’s ban on drumming and noise making. The one month ban forms part of the customs which precedes the annual Homowo festival of the chiefs and people of Ga Traditional Area. This year’s ban will commence from May 13 and end on June […]

Ghana coach Kwesi Appiah in Egypt ahead of AFCON 2019 draw

Ghana coach Kwesi Appiah has touched down in Cairo ahead of the draw for the group stages of the Nations Cup April 12. Ghana have been seeded in pot one and will avoid some of the heavyweights on the continent. Appiah will find out the teams his side face in June on Friday as he […]

Value-for-Money audit report okays $2bn Sinohydro project – Minister

The Minister of Information, Mr Kojo Oppong Nkrumah says the National Democratic Congress (NDC) put out a falsehood when it said there was no value-for-money audit report for the $2bn infrastructure for bauxite project between Ghana and Sinohydro. On the contrary, Mr Oppong Nkrumah says the value-for-money audit report has okayed the project. Mr Oppong […]

Togo fans demonstrate demanding for Claude Le Roy's sack

Soccer fans in the Togolese capital, Lomé, on Tuesday took to the streets calling for the immediate departure of the oldest coach in Africa, Claude Le Roy. The frustrated protestors want the French man, 71 years, out particularly for failing to qualify the national team to the upcoming African Cup of Nations tournament in Egypt […]

Stop stealing government lands, MCE warns

Municipal Chief Executive, Kpone Katamanso Municipal Assembly, Mr. Solomon Tettey Appiah, has sounded a strong warning to residents who encroach on government lands and properties in the Municipality to desist from such acts. He gave the warning during a Public hearing organised by the Municipal Assembly at Sebrepor. The Chief Executive noted that some residents […]

President Akufo-Addo tours new regions today

President Akufo-Addo will start a five-day tour of some of the new regions on Wednesday, April 10, to gain first-hand knowledge of their development challenges, inspect ongoing projects and commission completed ones. The regions to be toured include Western North, Ahafo and Bono East. The President would first visit the Western North to inspect construction […]

Ghana, Czech Republic sign credit facility for 50 steel bridges

Ghana and the Czech Republic have signed a €47 million credit facility to provide 50 steel bridges in selected communities across the country as part of infrastructure works. The Minister of Roads and Highways, Mr Akwasi Amoako-Atta, signed the agreement on behalf of government in Accra for the design, supply and installation of the small […]

NPP activist enters Adenta parliamentary primary race

The Chief Executive Officer of Vision Lob and an activist of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mr Alfred Kumi, has declared his intention to contest the party’s 2020 parliamentary primaries at the Adenta Constituency in Accra. He said, Adenta, being one of the biggest constituencies in the country had developed at a fast pace, yet […]

Mobile money transactions hit GH¢52.35 billion – BoG

Mobile money transactions have increased by about 177 per cent between 2013 and March 2018, reaching GH¢312. 93 million and valued at GH¢52.35 billion transactions in March this year, Dr Ernest Addison, the Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), has said. He said companies with GH¢48.24 million transactions were valued at GH¢5.91 billion in […]

NDC, NPP agree to disband vigilante groups

After years of back-and-forth movements, the journey towards the disbandment of vigilante groups in the country’s political space took shape Tuesday with a historic meeting between the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the National Democratic Congress (NDC), the two parties at the centre of vigilantism. The crunch meeting, which lasted more than five hours, with […]

VEEP Bawumia urges private sector to spearhead socio-economic transformation

Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has urged the private sector to spearhead socio-economic transformation in the ECOWAS sub-region. “Sometimes in fact, many times, governments are too slow. Let the private sector lead the way to catalyse our social economic transformation to improve the business environment, the opportunities for job creation,” Vice President Bawumia remarked on […]

Stakeholders kick against Public Universities Bill – Ministry says reactions are premature

A draft Public Universities Bill submitted to the public universities for their input has elicited mixed reactions from a section of the public and stakeholders, including some university lecturers. While some of the stakeholders contend that the Bill seeks to take away academic freedom and the autonomy of public universities, the Ministry of Education says […]

Akufo-Addo to cut sod for construction of Tamale interchange Today

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is expected to cut the sod for the construction of the first ever interchange in Tamale in the Northern Region Today. The interchange is the first to be constructed in the Northern part of the country. The project, which is one of the promises of the Akufo-Addo led government is […]

Ghana Gas connects pipeline to Aboadze power enclave

The Ghana National Gas Company (Ghana Gas) has successfully completed the tie-in of its 11-km gas pipeline from Atuabo to the West African Gas Pipeline at the Aboadze power enclave in the Shama District in the Western Region. The project, which was completed ahead of schedule and within cost, is expected to pave the way […]

Woman jailed for inflicting knife wounds on daughter, 12

A 35-year-old woman who subjected her 12-year-old daughter to severe beatings and inflicted knife wounds on her after accusing her of stealing GH¢119 has been sentenced to six years imprisonment by the Accra Circuit Court. Rebecca Ojo Udonsi, a Nigerian, pleaded guilty to causing harm and was slapped with the jail term by the court, […]

NCCE launches report on political party vigilantism

 The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has launched a report on a roadmap to the fight against political party vigilantism in the country. The report, dubbed: “Engagement with Political Parties and Other Stakeholders on the Menace of Political Party Vigilantism,” was launched during a media encounter with Mrs Josephine Nkrumah, NCCE Chairperson. Mrs Nkrumah […]

TAP Air Portugal takes delivery of first A321 Long Range

 Management of TAP Air Portugal has taken delivery of its first A321 Long Range, becoming the first airline in the world to operate the A330neo and the A321 Long Range simultaneously. A statement issued in Accra by the Airline said the A321 Long Range, was the first TAP narrow body aircraft operating transatlantic routes, offering […]

Ghana takes steps to promote Universal Health Care Package

The Minister of Health, Mr. Kwaku Agyeman Manu, says steps are being taken to make Universal Health Care (UHC) Package accessible throughout the country by 2030, to improve the quality of care. The UHC Package is expected to be a set of health services that meets the health needs and aspirations of every Ghanaian irrespective […]

Ghana, Senegal, Egypt favourites for 2019 AFCON – Michael Essien

Former Black Stars midfielder Michael Essien has picked Ghana, Senegal, Nigeria, Senegal and Egypt as favourites to win the Nations Cup. According to Essien, there are several good teams in Africa now but the heavyweights will reign supreme in the end. “That is a difficult one because there are so many good teams these days […]

Police man, three others jailed 70 years for robbery

An Accra Circuit Court has sentenced a police officer and three others to a total of 70 years imprisonment for robbery. Corporal Raymond Amegashie is to serve 20 years in prison, Ibrahim Ayirebo 18 years while Bright Dorkanu and Stanley Akorli will each serve 16 years in prison. The court presided over by Aboagye Tanoh […]

One more body found in Odaw River after Sunday's downpour in Accra

One body has been found in the Odaw River in Accra, after last Sunday’s downpour. The body, identified as a male adult was found Monday evening but could not be immediately retrieved. The National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) on Monday confirmed the death of five persons following Sunday’s downpour and the subsequent floods in some […]

Make Odamtten running mate to Mahama – Volta NDC Group

A group of National Democratic Congress (NDC) activists have made a call on the party’s Flagbearer for the 2020 election, former President John Mahama, to choose a former Mayor of Tema, as his Running mate. According to the “Activists for Victory 2020” (AfV-2020), Mr Isaac Ashai Odamtten, had the qualities and lineage that perfectly fitted […]

Engen Ghana commends National Petroleum Authority

Engen Ghana Limited on Tuesday commended the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) for adopting prudent security measures to deal with threats of petroleum black market dealers in the downstream industry. “NPA in collaboration with the National Security and players in the downstream petroleum sector, worked together to deal with the emerging threat of Petroleum Black Dealers. […]

'I’m not in Kwesi Appiah's plans'- Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu

Fit-again Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has ruled himself out of playing at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations Cup after claiming he is not in the plans of head coach Kwesi Appiah. The experienced midfielder returned to action at the end of last month after an 11-month injury layoff. He was an 85th minute substitute in Udinese’s […]

GRA to prosecute tax defaulters- Commissioner General

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has directed its legal Department to compile reports on all tax defaulter for prosecution, Mr Kofi Nti, the Commissioner General of the Authority hinted on Monday. He said tax payers who had also failed to file their annual tax returns would also be prosecuted. Mr Ntii said this in a […]

AFCON 2019: Ghana to know group opponents on Friday

The Black Stars of Ghana will discover their group opponents for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations later this week. The official draw for the AFCON tournament will be held on Friday April 12, in front of the Sphinx and Pyramids just outside of Egypt’s capital Cairo. The tournament which will run from June 21 […]

Fire Service trainees asked to go home until further notice

About 1,000 Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) trainees have been asked to go home until further notice. The trainees, made up of recruits and cadet, were due to go through the final phase of their training after successfully completing a three-month internship at the various fire stations across the country. The directive, contained in a […]

'Well done': TUC tells govt on economic management

The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has commended the government for attaining “remarkable achievements in economic management” but called for policies to transform the gains to better the lives of the Ghanaian. It said the steady decline in inflation and the reduction in interest rates and the fiscal deficit were as remarkable as were improvements in […]

All workers to contribute towards pension – cabinet gives approval

The Cabinet has given approval for a road map to be developed to unify all pension schemes in the country by 2021. A Deputy Minister of Employment and Labour Relations, Mr Bright Wereko-Brobby, said the unification would ensure that officers of some security services whose pension contributions were currently borne by the government would start […]

Kevin-Prince Boateng named in Barca Champions League squad against Man United

Ghana striker Kevin Prince-Boateng has been included in Barcelona’s 22-man squad for the Champions League clash against Manchester United on Wednesday night. The 31-year-old has made just three appearances for the Camp Nou side since making a loan switch from Italian club Sassuolo during the January transfer window. Kevin-Prince Boateng is yet to play for […]

Black Stars players lack of experience in Africa hindering AFCON glory-David Duncan

Ex Hearts and Kotoko coach David Duncan has said that the current crop of players in the Black Stars, lack the experience of playing on the African continent which has hindered the country from annexing the AFCON title since 1982. According to the veteran coach, the players who won the African Cup of Nations in […]

Nigeria: Buhari orders foreigners to leave mining areas

Nigeria’s government has ordered foreign nationals to leave mining sites in north-western Zamfara state within 48 hours, blaming them for an upsurge in banditry and kidnappings. It also announced a suspension of mining activities in Zamfara and other affected states with immediate effect, warning that mining operators who defied the order would have their licences […]

30 musicians from Hungary to perform at the Hungarian Cultural Week in Ghana

The Hungarian Ambassador to Ghana, His Excellency Andras Szabo has hinted that 30 musicians from Hungary will be performing at this year’s Hungarian Cultural week Celebration in Ghana. The Hungarian Cultural Week Celebration is slated from Wednesday, April 10 to Saturday April 13. Speaking on Uniiq FM Breakfast Drive, His Excellency Andras Szabo said the […]

Historic: Ghana performs first brain surgery without cutting skull

A seven-member team of Ghanaian doctors has performed the first-ever brain surgery in the country, without cutting the skull. The minimally invasive brain surgery is the technique by which health workers safely remove brain and skull-base tumours through smaller and more precise openings that minimise collateral damage; that is, injury or other damage inflicted on […]

Don’t implement popular but hurtful policies — Seth Terkper

A former Minister of Finance, Mr Seth Terkper, has advised the government against implementing policies that are popular with the electorate but have the tendency to hurt the economy in the long run. He cited the reduction in the benchmark values for imports as one such policy that could deepen the perennial fall in domestic […]

Black Stars to give up 10% bonuses – Report

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) Normalisation Committee is considering a proposal that will ensure that bonuses paid to players of the national teams will trickle down to support the very foundations of their development, as well as a welfare fund for footballers. In a 53-page proposal by the National Team’s Ad-Hoc Committee formed to produce […]

Government to support clubs in Africa next season- Kudjoe Fianoo

Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA) chairman, Kudjoe Fianoo has confirmed that government will provide financial support to Ghanaian clubs in Africa club competition next season. According to him, government will bear the cost of the away matches of clubs in Africa. “Government has decided to bear the cost for all the away matches of our […]

Woman dies from snake bite hours after wedding

Founder of Miracle Working God Ministry in Sapele, Delta State, Prophet Patrick Eyaefe, whose wife died from snake bite hours after their wedding, yesterday, narrated how the negligence of a private hospital led to her death. The 44-year-old pastor said they had been together for eight years, you know as a man of God I […]

German FA president resigns over €6,000 watch gift

German Football Association president Reinhard Grindel has resigned with immediate effect after coming under pressure for accepting an expensive watch from a colleague. Grindel was given the item by Ukrainian businessman and Uefa vice-president Grigoriy Surkis. He said: “The price of the watch was 6,000 euros (£5,152). I did not know the brand or its […]

Nigeria forward Peter Odemwingie retires from football

Nigeria international Peter Odemwingie has announced his retirement from football at UEFA’s Equal Game conference at Wembley on Wednesday. The 37-year-old was capped for Nigeria more than 60 times, scoring at the 2014 World Cup, and scored 36 goals in 129 Premier League appearances between 2010 and 2016. Believing he was moving to QPR from […]

Asante Kotoko striker Dany Zabo ruled out for six weeks with shoulder injury

Asante Kotoko striker Dany Zabo Teguy has been ruled out of action for six weeks after suffering an early injury against Aduana Stars last Sunday. The Ivorian was forced out after the opening five minutes after dislocating his left shoulder. Teguy is said to have suffered a posterior dislocation. His shoulder will be a strap […]

‘Ghana has no disaster risk plan’

Should a disaster occur in Ghana, there is no plan in place that will inform how the various stakeholders in disaster management will coordinate their efforts at reducing the risks that will be associated with such a mishap. This is because a 15-member committee put together four years ago to see to the development of […]

MEGHISS to represent Ghana at ROBOFEST 2019 in US

The Methodist Girls Senior High School (MEGHISS), Mamfe in the Eastern Region, who are the current National Robotics club champions in Ghana will in May represent Ghana in this year’s Robofest world Championship in Michigan in the United States of America. The competition seeks to bring out the creativity in the youth. Robofest is a […]

Kadri Mohammed: Arsenal Tula midfielder named in Russian Premier League Team of the Month

Versatile Kadri Mohammed has been named in the Russian Premier League Team of the Month for March following a stellar performance. The centre-back-cum-midfielder played all four games in the month of March for FC Arsenal Tula ensuring they go unbeaten. They beat giants CSKA Moscow, Krylya Sovetov, Yenisey and drew with FK Rostov with the […]

Evans Mensah grabs headlines in Finland with BRACE for HJK Helsinki

Evans Mensah came off the bench to score a double for HJK’s 2-1 win over Inter Turku in their first league match of the season in the Finnish Veikkausliiga. The Ghana youth star replaced injured Riku Riski after 33 minutes and managed to grab the headlines. Mensah, 21, opened the scoring after 66 minutes when […]

Ga North Assembly executes development projects

In less than a year, the Ga North Municipal Assembly (GNMA) has executed a number of development projects that have given the municipality a facelift since the establishment of the assembly. Although the assembly was inaugurated in the middle of 2018, it has been able to embark on 13 physical and 65 non-physical projects, respectively, […]

Ghana up by three places to 49th on World Fifa Ranking; 5th in Africa

The Black Stars have moved up three places in the latest Coca-Cola FIFA rankings. Ghana move from the 52nd position to the 49th position after an impressive showing in the month of March. The senior national team defeated Kenya to finish top of Group F in the AFCON 2019 qualifiers before dispatching Mauritania 3-1 in […]

Online nursing licensing exam results out

Two hundred and thirty-five (235) out of the Two hundred and fifty (250) candidates who sat for the January 2019 Post Basic Nursing online licensing examination have passed. The figure represents 94 per cent of the total number of candidates. The number comprises 68 Critical Care nurses; 59 Ophthalmic Nurses; 75 Peri-Operative nurses and 48 […]

EU hands over Fort Amsterdam to contractors

The European Union (EU) has handed over the site of Fort Amsterdam in the Mfantseman Municipality in the Central Region for restoration work to commence. This follows the release of GH¢30 million by the EU for the full restoration and adaptive re-use of the fort in accordance with the guideline of the UNESCO convention. Fort […]

Parliament orders IEC to investigate mass failure Law students

Ghana’s Parliament has ordered Independent Examination Committee (IEC) to set questions from the subject manual as approved by The General Legal Council (GLC) to avert mass failure as recorded in 2017/2018 Professional Law Course Examination. This, and other recommendations are contained in a report of The Committee on Constitutional, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs on The […]

Man, 24, in police custody for breaking into bank in Sunyani

A 24-year-old unemployed, Enoch Aboagye, is in the grip of the police for allegedly breaking into the building housing the main branch of the GCB Bank in Sunyani to steal GH¢40,000. The suspect broke into the building through the ceiling at about 1:40 p.m. last Tuesday and made away with the money. He was, however, […]

AfDB to support Ghanaian women in agribusiness

The African Development Bank (AfDB) is to offer Ghana a $20-million loan facility to support women entrepreneurs in agriculture and agribusiness in the country. The fund will be channelled through the Ghana Incentive-based Risk-sharing System for Agricultural Lending (GIRSAL), which leverages lending to people in agriculture and agribusiness through a risk-sharing scheme. The facility, which […]

Man, 38, busted at KIA with $1.4m dollars

Operatives of the Narcotics Control Board (NACOB) at the Kotoka International Airport (KIA) have busted a member of a money laundering syndicate in the country. The suspect, Darwich Hussein, 38, a Lebanese, who was travelling to Beirut, Lebanon, was arrested with $1.4 million and 256,000 euros in his carry-on bag at the KIA in Accra […]

Drunk dad rapes daughter after mistaking her for his wife

The 59-year-old dad came home “stinking of alcohol” and crawled into his daughter’s bed thinking she was his wife. He heraped his own 15-year-old daughter after mistaking her for his wife – and the victim has forgiven him and hit out at a social worker, a court heard. The 59-year-old dad came home “stinking of […]

Government bans importation of excavators in Ghana

Cabinet has placed a temporary ban on the importation of excavators in efforts to combat illegal mining. The ban takes effect from May 1, 2019, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Transport and signed by the sector minister, Mr Kwaku Ofori Asiamah in Accra. According to statement, the ban will remain in […]

Ecobank Ghana and GN Savings signs partnership deal

Ecobank Ghana and GN Savings have signed an agreement for the establishment of a partnership between the two financial institutions. The agreement was signed on Friday, 29th March 2019 at the offices of GN Savings. The agreement will see the two institutions work together in areas that will be mutually beneficial to both entities. The […]

Quarry activities disrupt water supply in Sekondi-Takoradi, Shama

Water supply to residents of and industries in Sekondi/Takoradi and the Shama District in the Western Region is likely to be disrupted because of the activities of a quarry company in the area. Activities of commercial sand winners and the quarry company have affected the water quantity and quality of the River Anankori, which is […]

Growing Okada business: to legalize or not to legalize?

The use of motorbikes for commercial purpose, popularly called ‘okada’, has become the new-found trade for many young people across the country. What used to be just a means of transport for rural folks in particular, is now a viable source of livelihood for many Ghanaian youth. Motorbikes have been the preferred means of transport […]

Prank calls challenge police emergency operations

More than 750,500 prank calls were recorded at the three Police Emergency Command Centres (PECCs) between midnight of January 1, 2019, and midday of March 27, 2019. Out of the 761,101 calls made to the three PEECs in Accra, Kumasi and Tamale, 751,217 were prank calls, while only 9,884 were genuine calls. A prank call […]

Cape Coast Hospital threatens to suspend NHIS card holders health care

The Cape Coast Teaching Hospital (CCTH) in the Central Region is likely to suspend its services to National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) cardholders following the non-payment of health insurance claims running into millions of Ghana cedis to the hospital. The Daily Graphic gathered that the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) owes the CCTH GH¢6.175 million […]

157 foreign trained Ghanaian doctors fail Medical, Dental Council exams

A total of 157 out of 225 foreign trained Ghanaian doctors have failed the Medical and Dental Council (MDC)’s examination which grants them the licences to practice in Ghana. Only 68, representing a 30.2 per cent pass rate, were able to prove their mettle in the examination conducted from February 22, 2019 to March 2, […]

Mahama to address global conferences in South Africa

Former President John Dramani Mahama will address the Power & Electricity World Africa 2019 which opens today in Johannesburg, South Africa. A statement on his official website said Mr Mahama is the keynote speaker for the Power & Electricity World Africa 2019, which opens on Tuesday, and will be interacting with a gathering of players […]

Thirty-five accident victims buried in mass grave

Thirty-five accident victims, who were burnt beyond recognition in last Friday’s gory accident on the Amoma Nkwanta road in the Kintampo South District of Bono East Region have been buried in a mass grave at Jema, near Kintampo. The Kintampo South District Chief Executive (DCE), Alexander Gyan, and his counterpart for Garu-Tempane, Emmanuel Asore Avoka, […]

Ghana Police to deploy body cameras in May

AS part of efforts to enhance police transparency and accountability, the Police Administration will deploy its first body cameras in May this year. Police body cameras are small-lensed devices, often worn on officers chest to capture images. It has a microphone to record sounds and internal storage for data or footage for later review and […]

Speaker of Parliament denies selling vehicles to friends

Ghana’s Speaker of Parliament, Professor Aaron Michael Oquaye, has denied media reports which suggest that he has sold buses to his friends and cronies in Parliament. A statement signed by the acting Director of Public Affairs of Parliament, Kate Addo, and issued in Accra, Wednesday, March 20, 2019, said Parliament would like to put on […]

SSNIT calculation of benefits flawed — TUC report

An eight-member committee set up by the Trades Union Congress, (TUC), to look into the current Pension Scheme has identified gaps in the computation of pension benefits by the Social Security and National Insurance Trust, (SSNIT), for its contributors. The wrong computations affect how SSNIT recognises annual salaries, determination of annuities (regular allowance payments) and early […]

Sri Lanka wins record $3.85bn investment in oil sector

Sri Lanka announced Tuesday that an overseas joint venture had committed $3.85 billion to a new oil refinery — the single largest foreign investment in the country’s history. The Board of Investment of Sri Lanka said construction would begin this weekend on the refinery and storage facility jointly financed by Oman’s Ministry of Oil and […]

Junior Graphic launches essay competition

The Graphic Communications Group Limited (GCGL), publishers of the Junior Graphic, has launched the 2019 Junior Graphic National Essay Writing Competition in Accra. This year’s competition, which was open from March 18 to May 29, 2019, is on the theme: “Reading widely, writing right: Key to excellence”. At a ceremony in Accra that saw some […]

Govt receives $40m to improve secondary education

The facility expansion project, which forms part of the $40-million additional financing from the World Bank under the Secondary Education Improvement Programme (SEIP), has taken off. The project will impact 75 schools through the improvement of facilities and learning outcomes, the Deputy Minister of Education in charge of General Education, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, announced […]

NADMO to use satellite for emergency response

The United Nations Platform for Space-based Information for Disaster Management and Emergency Response (UN-SPIDER), with headquarters in Bonn, Germany, has given the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) the permit to leverage the UN-SPIDER’s satellite platform for emergency response in Ghana. The UN-SPIDER is a platform which facilitates the use of space-based technologies for disaster emergency […]

Over 150,000 to Benefit from Integrated Aquaculture and Crop Production Project

The Country Managing Director (Ghana Office) of Skyfox Ltd Ghana, Mumuni Samyuri has hinted that 153,000 people will this year benefit from the Integrated Aquaculture and Crop production project which was launched last year, with a target of 500 permanent jobs being created out of it. “ Last year over 40,000 people benefited from  the  […]

Harness ‘Sakawa’ to combat cyber security threats- Expert

A Cyber security expert and the Team Leader of Ghana Chapter of Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Mr Ash Dastmalchi, has said internet-based fraudsters in the country, popularly referred to as “Sakawa” boys, could be used to combat cyber security threats in the country if their talents were duly harnessed. He described those engaged […]

$280m Takoradi-3 thermal plant idle

The $280-million Takoradi-3 (T3) thermal plant in the Aboadze Power Enclave in the Shama District in the Western Region has been left idle for about six years due to operational failures. After its inauguration in April 2013, the plant worked for about  six months, generating between 60 and 70 megawatts (MW) of power, before it […]

Big narcotics haul – NACOB intercepts 5,851 weed slabs

The Narcotics Control Board (NACOB) has made what it says is the biggest narcotics bust in the country’s history with the interception of 5,851 compressed slabs of what is suspected to be cannabis at the Tema Port. The illicit drug, which has an estimated street value of £29.2 million, was concealed in boxes of yams […]

Ghana observes World Glaucoma Week

Ghana is observing World Glaucoma Week from March 10-16 to make people aware about the disease. This Year’s World Glaucoma week is on the theme; “Beat Invisible Glaucoma (B-I-G)”. It also has a sub theme “Screen First Degree Relatives (F.D. Rs)”World Glaucoma Week is a joint initiative between the World Glaucoma Association and the World […]

Banks’ digital cash services lack publicity – BoG

The financial services sector is awash with digital cash services and products, yet little is done by the innovators to help create public awareness and usage of same, the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has observed. The lack of publicity for the products and services was a major drawback to the digital revolution, the Director of […]

18 year-old auto electrician jailed 15 years for stealing mobile phone

An 18-year-old auto electrician, who robbed a woman of her mobile phone at Nima in Accra, has been jailed for 15 years by the Accra Circuit Court. Fuad Mohammed pleaded not guilty but after a two-year trial, the court presided over by Mr Aboagye Tandoh, found him guilty of hitting the woman and snatching her […]

New trend in drug abuse -Youth mix opium with weed

A psychiatrist at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) in Kumasi, Dr John-Paul Omuojine, has raised alarm about an emerging trend in drug abuse whereby the youth lace marijuana with opium, known locally as ‘tie’, for use. Opium is a reddish-brown, heavily scented addictive drug prepared from the juice of the opium poppy plant and […]

China halts flights with Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircrafts after Ethiopian plane crash

Airlines in multiple countries have suspended the use of Boeing’s new 737 MAX 8 aircraft over concerns about its safety, after an Ethiopian Airlines flight of the same model crashed Sunday killing all 157 people on board. Flight ET302 to Nairobi had just taken off from the Ethiopian capital of Addis Ababa Sunday when it […]

DRA Ghana presents bursaries to 3 KNUST students

DRA Ghana Limited, a mining engineering company in Ghana, has presented bursaries to three second-year brilliant but needy students at the College of Engineering of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). The bursary is to cover part of their academic facility user fees, accommodation and books. The bursary will cover the remaining […]

Ghana seeking $750 million loan from StanChart, Standard Bank

Ghana is in talks with Standard Chartered Plc and Standard Bank Group Limited for a bridge loan of $750 million and will repay the facility with the proceeds of a Eurobond sale, reports Bloomberg. The Ministry of Finance listed the proposal for a syndicated loan in the Friday March 8, 2019 Parliamentary order papers and […]

ASWIM calls for commitment to women’s empowerment

The Association of Women in the Media,ASWIM, has asked stakeholders to show commitment to the laws and policies that empower women. The Association noted that there are countless laws passed, and policies in place with multiple campaigns to raise awareness on gender issues, but progress to achieve gender equality, seems quite slow. ASWIM on the […]

DWM urges innovation to remove barriers against gender equality

The Developing Women for Mobilisation (DWM) has urged the government to find innovative ways that can remove barriers and accelerate progress for gender equality. Formerly, the 31st December Women’s Movement, the organisation now re-christened DWM is of the view that the current trajectories showed that existing interventions would be impossible to achieve the sustainable developmental […]

Remove posters, banners from unauthorised places – MMDAs warn public

Metropolitan, municipal and district assemblies (MMDAs) in the Greater Accra Region have issued a 14-day ultimatum to people who post posters and banners around the city illegally to take the posters down or face prosecution. Churches, advertisers, filmmakers, educational institutions and members of the public who hoist banners and posters have also been advised against […]

BoG to inject $800m into reserves efforts to stabilise cedi

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) says it will add a minimum of $800 million to the country’s reserves this month to stabilise the cedi against major international currencies, especially the dollar. The Head of Financial Markets at the central bank, Mr Steven Opata, told the Daily Graphic that the accumulation of more dollars would help […]

NPC welcomes request to facilitate dialogue – Process to disband vigilante groups. . .

The National Peace Council (NPC), has welcomed the request by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to mediate in the process to disband vigilante groups in the country. The Chairman of the NPC, Most Reverend Emmanuel Asante, in a telephone interview said the call by the NDC was within the mandate of the NPC, therefore, it […]

EU grants Ghana €40 million under Economic Partnership Agreement

The government has signed a €40-million budget support agreement with the European Union (EU). The grant is to support the country’s national development framework, which focuses on jobs as a means to create prosperity and opportunity for all, thereby contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Minister of Finance, Mr Ken […]

Americans install solar system for Asene school

Two American citizens, Jessy Fijak and Lauran Bowe-Slagle, have installed a solar energy system valued at GH¢13,000 at the Akyem Asene Roman Catholic Primary School near Oda in the Eastern Region to provide cheap but reliable power for the staff and pupils. The system, comprising four solar panels, six batteries, one-kilowatt inverter and a charging […]

Medical drones testing to begin this month

The initial testing and diagnostic flights of drones at the first emergency medical distribution centre at Omenako in the Eastern Region is set to begin this month. The tests, to be carried out by Zipline, the world’s first national-scale drone delivery service, come ahead of the official launch of the full drone delivery of emergency […]

Court slaps Menzgold with GH¢8,000 costs for late filing of defence

The Accra High Court has slapped Menzgold Ghana Limited with GH¢8,000 cost for the late filing of its defence in a case in which 53 soldiers have sued it for failing to pay back their investment, totaling GH¢2.5 million. Following Menzgold’s failure to file its defence within the stipulated time, the soldiers applied to the […]

UK ready to increase investments in Ghana – Minister for Africa

The United Kingdom’s (UK) Minister of State for Africa, Harriet Baldwin has affirmed the UK government’s commitment to increase her investment in Ghana and ensure greater economic harmonization between the two countries. Recounting the economic gains and significant strides aimed at formalizing and improving the Ghanaian economy in the last few years, Harriet Baldwin, together […]

NPP targets more women in Volta and Oti regions

Women’s participation in politics is to be made vibrant in the Volta and Oti regions as the New Patriotic Party (NPP) sets up women’s wing in all the 25 constituencies. The party, through its women’s wing, is working towards attracting more women to create a formidable women’s group to strengthen women’s participation in active politics […]

53-year-old becomes mother through IVF

A 53-year-old woman has become the oldest female in the country to successfully give birth through in-vitro fertilisation (IVF). Mrs Vivian Tanson was delivered of a set of twins, both females, through caesarian section last Monday by a medical team led by Dr Gordon Attoh, a fertility specialist at the All Faith Medical Centre, a fertility […]

Two former regents of Dagbon to occupy Mion, Savelugu skins

Two former regents of Dagbon have been elected to occupy the vacant skin gates of Mion and Savelugu as paramount chiefs in the Dagbon State. This follows the offering of cola nuts as a symbol of acceptance of the nomination of the two elderly sons of Yaa Naa Muhamadu Abdulai and Yaa Naa Yakubu Andani […]

CAF Confederations Cup: Asante Kotoko arrive in Ghana after Nkana FC defeat

Asante Kotoko have arrived in Ghana after the defeat to Nkana FC in the CAF Confederations Cup last Sunday in Zambia. The Porcupine Warriors touched down at the Kotoko International Airport on Tuesday afternoon and will immediately leave for Kumasi. Coach C.K Akunor and his team will begin preparations for the return leg against Nkana […]

London Stock Exchange to help deepen Ghana’s financial market

The London Stock Exchange (LSE) has agreed to cooperate with Ghana to develop some of the capital markets infrastructure that can sustain and deepen the financial markets in Ghana. A cooperation agreement was reached when a Ghanaian delegation led by the Vice-President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, held a joint meeting with the leadership of the LSE, […]

Committee to set up roadmap for NC’s special competition

A committee, chaired by the Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports, Mr Perry Okudzeto, has been set up to come up with a roadmap to enable the proposed special football competition by the Normalisation Committee (NC) to come off. This is the outcome of a meeting between the Ministry of Youth and Sports (MOYS) and […]

Africa can be major trading hub — GIPC Boss

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), Yofi Grant, says Africa has the potential to be a major trading hub in the world. “This is a continent that has about 30 percent of the world resources such as oil, gas, gold, diamond, bauxite, among others, which takes to develop and thus […]

Black Maidens captain Mukarama Abduali heading to Spain for trial with Deportivo El Ejido

2018 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup star Mukarama Abdulai has been handed a trial session by Spanish Segunda B side Deportivo El Ejido. Abdulai, captain of the Black Maidens, was expected to have joined the club from 5 February to 31 March, 2019 but his visa has delayed. A letter signed by Director General of […]

Students Loan Trust ready to take on additional applicants

The Students Loans Trust Fund (SLTF) says it is taking steps to ensure that it is not overwhelmed by the number of senior high students who will apply for loans from the 2020/2021 academic year. With 145,000 students expected to enter tertiary institutions in the 2020/2021 academic year when the first batch of free senior […]

Baby sodomised at prayer camp

A 13-month old baby was sodomised at a prayer camp near Japekrom in the Jaman South District. The incident occurred while the baby’s mother attended the watch night service on December 31, 2017 to usher in the New Year. The Deputy Director, incharge of Public Health in the Bono Region, Dr Paulina Appiah, who narrated […]

New company takes over ECG February 27

The Board of the Millennium Development Authority (MiDA) has stated that Manila Electric Company (Meralco) will officially take over the running of the Electricity Company of Ghana Limited (ECG) on February 27, 2019 under a 20-year concession agreement. That follows an extension of the date from February 1, 2019 to allow the stakeholders and parties […]

Minority NDC MPs' welcome President’s call to disband militia groups

The Minority, National Democratic Congress, (NDC) members in Ghana’s Parliament, has welcomed the call by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for all political parties to disband militia groups to ensure peace in the country’s political discourse. But, asked the President to demonstrate his sincerity by fishing out all members of the militia groups who had […]

NPP wants perpetrators of violence at K’si NDC office punished

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has condemned last Monday’s shooting incident at the National Democratic Congress (NDC) office at Amakom, Kumasi in the Ashanti Region, which left one person dead and another seriously injured. At a press conference at its headquarters in Accra on Tuesday, the Communications Director of the party, Mr Yaw Buabeng Asamoah, […]

Zoomlion unveils street sweeping vehicles in collaboration with Sanitation ministry

Zoomlion Ghana Limited, a waste management company, has taken its sanitation duties a notch higher with the launch of 10 mechanical street sweepers. The vehicles are fitted with cylindrical (rolling) bristles that are used to collect sand, light refuse and other waste materials from streets, pavements and other hard surfaces. They also have water storage […]

All set for "Araminta! Harriet Tubman Lives" drama

The National Theatre of Ghana in collaboration with Andrea Vonny Lee, Department Chair of Dance of the Laney Community College in Oakland, California will host a theatrical piece dubbed, “Araminta! Harriet Tubman Lives” in Accra. The collaboration from Thursday, February 21 to Saturday 23 is part of 2019 upcoming performances to commemorate the Year of […]

Chinese ‘Queen of Ivory’ jailed 15 years

A Chinese woman, nicknamed the ‘Queen of Ivory’ and thought to be one of Africa’s most notorious traffickers, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison, Tanzanian authorities told CNN. On Tuesday, a Tanzanian court found Yang Feng Glan, 70, guilty of smuggling 860 elephant tusks that authorities say are worth $6.45 million. Yang Feng […]

Govt to revamp Aayalolo bus service

The Minister of Transport, Mr Kwaku Ofori Asiamah, has expressed the government’s commitment to revamp the “Aayalolo Bus Service” to improve urban mobility in Accra and three other capital cities, namely Sekondi-Takoradi, Kumasi and Tamale. He said the government and stakeholders would allow lessons from the suspended bus service operations in Accra guide them in […]

Encroachment on rail lines GRCL considering fencing

The Ghana Railway Company Limited (GRCL) is considering the option of fencing rail lines in parts of the country as a permanent solution to encroachment along the rail corridor. Currently, the company is holding consultations with stakeholders in the country and seeking expert advice from foreign best practices to find a permanent solution to encroachment […]

Demonstration against luxury vehicle tax postponed to March 7

The proposed demonstration by six groups against the luxury vehicle tax has been postponed to March 7, this year. About 2,000 luxury vehicle owners were expected to take part in the demonstration which was scheduled for today by driving their vehicles to the premises of the Ministry of Finance, Parliament House and the Jubilee House. […]

NC quashes 'Masters Degree requirement' reports for GFA presidential aspirants

The Normalisation Committee (NC) has described as false media reports that having a Masters Degere will be used as a criteria in vetting candidates for the Ghana Football Association presidential race. The fake news has sparked debates on sports programmes of some radio stations in the country. Economist and former Hearts of Oak management member […]

Govt will support 18-year-old inventor – Prof. Frimpong-Boateng

The Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation (MESTI) has pledged the government’s support for an 18-year-old inventor who has used empty paper boxes and other materials to design a remote-controlled dummy vehicle, an electronic wardrobe and other items. The prodigy, Samuel Naamgwinaa, who is a first-year student of the Don Bosco Technical Institute at […]

Demand legal stay of foreigners before renting out properties – GIS

The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has asked landlords and property owners to demand proof of residence or legal stay of foreign nationals before renting out their properties to them. The GIS warned that it would begin prosecuting landlords and property owners who rented out their facilities to foreigners without proper immigration documents. According to the […]

DVLA goes digital to safeguard security of vehicles

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has started the conversion of manual vehicle registration documents into electronic formats, in line with reforms at the authority. The institution has so far captured data from 1995 to 2016 onto the electronic platform as part of efforts towards enhancing vehicle information security and making searches stress free. […]

Florence Dadson and Linda Eshun inducted into Robert Morris University Athletic Hall of Fame

Black Queens duo Florence Dadson and Linda Eshun have been inducted into the Robert Morris University Athletic Hall of Fame. The ceremony took place on Saturday at the school’s Athletic Convocation Centre. Dadson, based in the States and married to David Accam of MLS side Philadelphia Union, was present to pick up her award. Eshun, […]

Gov't Procures 275 Ambulances

Two hundred and seventy-five ambulances procured by the government are set to arrive in the country by the end of April this year. The vehicles are to be distributed to all constituencies in the country. Currently, there are less than 100 functional ambulances operating in some parts of the country. The Director-General of the Ghana […]

Third German-African Business Summit opens in Accra Tuesday

Over 500 German and sub-Saharan African high-ranking business executives and government representatives have arrived in Ghana for the third German-African Business Summit (GABS). The three-day Summit will focus on new opportunities and also learn from already existing experiences of German-African business relations. The German Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development, Dr. Gerd Muller and […]

EC appeals for more time to implement ROPAA

The Electoral Commission( EC) has filed a motion appealing to the Accra High Court to extend the deadline that the court gave it to operationalise the Representation of the People Amendment Act (ROPAA), 2006 (Act 699), which gives Ghanaians in the Diaspora the right to vote from abroad. On December 18, 2017, the Human Rights […]

Kevin Prince Boateng reveals he struggled at Tottenham because he was overweight

Barcelona forward Kevin Prince Boateng has disclosed that he struggled when he joined Tottenham Hotspurs because he could not control his weight. Boateng who is on loan at Barcelona from Sassuolo says when he first arrived in London, he did not pay attention to his diet and that affected his weight. After leaving Tottenham, he […]

Medical drones take off 2nd quarter

The use of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) for the distribution of essential emergency medical supplies to various health facilities across the country is set to begin full operations before the end of the second quarter of the year. Presently, construction work on the base for the flights, a facility which is expected to be the […]

CID officer aided my escape from cells – Takoradi kidnapping suspect

Sam Udoetuk Wills, the suspect in the kidnapping of three girls in the Western Region, has told a Takoradi District Court that an officer of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) assisted him to escape from police custody. According to him, the CID officer together with his two friends whose names he gave as Kwesi and […]

Hypertension, leading cause of death in Eastern Region

Hypertension emerged top of the 10 causes of death at the Eastern Regional Hospital in 2018, according to statistics provided by the facility. Out of the 943 deaths recorded at the hospital last year, hypertension accounted for 210, as against 139 in 2017. Deaths due to HIV and AIDS and retroviral infections were 207, making […]

First Lady in Ethiopia for 22nd OAFLA General Assembly

The First Lady, Mrs Rebecca Akufo-Addo, has welcomed the expansion of the scope of the Organisation of African First Ladies Against HIV/AIDS (OAFLA). She said the expansion tied in well with all the areas that her organisation, the Rebecca Foundation, was working on. Mrs Akufo-Addo said this when she was briefed on the outcome of […]

CAF U-20 Nations Cup: Black Satellites to arrive from Niger on Tuesday

Ghana’s U20 team, the Black Satellites will be arriving on Tuesday, 12 February, 2019 from Niger. The team exited their hotel base on Sunday as stipulated by the CAF rules and have lodged at a new hotel where they have been waiting for their departure. Ghanasoccernet.com understands that the team was expected to arrive today […]

JHS and SHS graduates to get Diploma Certificate – Minister

The Minister for Education has announced plans to upgrade the Senior High School certificate into a National Diploma certificate which can allow graduates gain employment after completion of their programmes. The Minister said it is unfair for young people in the country to be forced to complete University before being eligible for employment in the […]

Don’t shun politics despite attacks – Lydia Alhassan appeals to women

The newly elected Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon (AWW) Constituency, Ms Lydia Seyram Alhassan, has advised Ghanaian women not to shun politics despite the challenges of insults, name calling and denigration that they have to go through when they enter into mainstream politics. “Women (by the role they play in society) have a […]

Policewoman loses GH₵60,000 to fraudsters

An Accra Circuit Court on Monday remanded two persons for allegedly defrauding a policewoman of GH₵60,000 under the pretext of clearing her two vehicles from the port for her. Foster Afomale, a mechanic, was charged with obtaining electronic payment falsely and defrauding by false pretence whilst Kwaku Agbetor, a mason and Togolese was charged with […]

Ghanaian forward Prince Owusu earns praises from 1860 Munich coach

German born Ghanaian striker Prince Osei Owusu has earned the praises of 1860 Munich manager Daniel Bierofka after impressing on his debut for the club. The 22-year old joined the Lions from Arminia Bielefield on loan in January, and played his first game for the club in their 2-1 defeat to Bundesliga II leaders VFL […]

GJA plans to imortalise murdered journalist Ahmed Hussein-Suale

The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) hopes to immortalise slain journalist Ahmed Hussein-Suale by naming the Investigative Journalist of the Year category of its annual awards after him. The Association says that although it is yet to conclude the modalities for the category, it is hopeful that the award will be a fitting tribute to Ahmed […]

Nana Konadu dismisses media reports about 'NDC apology

Former First Lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, has dismissed media reports that she has called on the leadership of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to apologise to Ghanaians and specifically, to Ms Seyram Lydia Alhassan, the newly elected Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituency, and the people of the constituency. I wish to state […]

Ghana FC Formed in Thailand

A football club known Ghana FC has been set up in Thailand to play in a 7-aside league. The third season of the 7’s Football League kicked off at the McKinley Hill Stadium in Taguig City over the weekend. Ghana FC, last season’s 7’s runner-up, demolished Super Bad 9-1. After a runner-up finish last season, […]

CPP condemns political vigilantism

The Convention People’s Party (CPP) has condemned the activities of vigilante groups in the country and called on the Police to take every step possible to flush out all such groups and halt their nefarious. “It will be incumbent on the Ghana Police Service to fish out all vigilante groups in the country and halt […]

Two arrested for attempting to stow away to China

Two Ghanaian teenagers aged 17 and 19 have been arrested by the police in Tema for attempting to stow away to China. The two boarded the MV Maritime Voyager from the Takoradi Harbour in the Western Region through the vessel’s anchor space. According to the Tema Regional Commander of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS), Mr […]

‘I killed J.B Danquah-Adu, but I want his family to forgive me’ — Daniel Asiedu

Daniel Asiedu, the man alleged to have murdered the former New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament (MP) for Abuakwa-North, Mr J.B Danquah-Adu, has admitted that he indeed killed the MP, but he wants the legislator’s family to forgive him. According to him, he was contracted by some people to kill the MP, and that […]

Black Stars slip down one place in FIFA ranking for February

Ghana dropped one place in FIFA’s monthly rankings for February released on Thursday. The Black Stars are now ranked 52nd in the world but remains 8th in the world. Newly crowned Asian champions Qatar have climbed to 55th, gaining 38 places – and reaching their best position since 1993 – on the back of their […]

Ghana Link, UNIPASS dragged to court for allegedly cloning single window software

The controversy surrounding the UNIPASS National Single Window is far from over, with West Blue Ghana Limited, an IT solution firm, suing the operators of the system for allegedly pirating its software for the project. The suit, filed at the Commercial Division of the Accra High Court, is against Ghana Link Network Services Limited, Customs […]

Work resumes on Accra-Nsawam rail line

Work on Accra-Nsawam rail line has resumed weeks after it was temporarily halted because of activities of encroachers. The activities of the encroachers, who included sand winners, had compromised the structural integrity of the existing facility, leaving the Ghana Railways Company Limited (GRCL) with no option but to reconstruct new ones. Arrangements have been made […]

One dead, seven injured in rainstorm in Amansie West

A Rainstorm that swept through the Amansie West District in the Ashanti Region last Friday night claimed a life, caused injuries to seven others and destroyed many properties. Among the 11 towns that were hit by the storm in the district were Manso Nkwanta, where many houses had their roofs ripped off, and Manso Dominase, […]

CAF U20: Oti Akenteng predicts 'tactical' match between Ghana and Senegal

Technical Director of the Ghana Football Association, Oti Akenteng, has envisaged a ‘tactical’ match between the Black Satellites and Senegal in the ongoing African Youth Championship on Wednesday. Following a 2-0 win over Burkina Faso on Monday, the Black Satellites are set to take on the Young Teranga Lions, who beat Mali 2-0 in the […]

Cartons of unwholesome Litty Mackerel destroyed by FDA

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), has destroyed 317 cartons of unregistered and unwholesome Litty Mackerel at the Nsumia landfill site, near Nsawam. Briefing the Daily Graphic, the Public Relations Officer of the FDA, Mr James Lartey, explained that a physical inspection of the product revealed that the tins were dented, bloated or leaking. He […]

Prisons Officer arrested for allegedly possessing Indian hemp

A Prisons Officer at the Tamale Central Prisons has been arrested for allegedly possessing dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp. Suspect Corporal Sackey Emmanuel Kwabena was spotted with a hand bag in the prison’s premises on February 03, and was arrested and handed over to the Police. Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Mohammed Yusif […]

Free agent Anthony Annan on verge of joining Israeli side Beitar Jerusalem

Former Ghana midfielder Anthony Annan is reported to be closing on a move to Israeli top-flight side Beitar Jerusalem. Annan, 32, became a free agent after ending his three-year stay with Finnish champions HJK Helsinki at the end of last term. The former Hearts of Oak ace was linked with several clubs in Sweden and […]

U-20 AFCON: Ghana coach elated by win over Burkina Faso

Black Satellites coach Jimmy Cobblah has expressed joy in winning his first game at the Africa Youth Championship after Ghana beat Burkina Faso in their rescheduled Group B opener on Monday. Ghana beat the Young Stallions 2-0 courtesy a double from WAFA striker Daniel Lomotey. The Black Satellites had difficulties in preparation losing almost all […]

Safer Internet Day Celebration slated for February 5

Safer Internet Day (SID) Celebration, an annual worldwide event will be held on Tuesday February 5 at the Labone Senior High School. The Safer Internet Day is observed globally every year in February to help promote the safe and positive use of the digital Technology for children and young people. This is also to inspire […]

We performed 'below expectation' in defeat to Al Hilal- Kotoko Coach

Asante Kotoko coach Charles Kwablan Akunor has blasted his players for their underwhelming performance in the defeat against Al Hilal in their group C opener on Sunday. The Porcupine Warriors lost narrowly to the Sudanese champions, after Waleed Bakhiek Hamid’s only goal made the difference on the day. Akunor was livid with the performance of […]

Kotoko lacked match fitness against Al Hilal – Former coach Zdravko

Former Asante Kotoko coach Zdravko Lugarosic has said the Ghanaian side were lacking match fitness and that resulted in their defeat to Al Hilal in the opening group C game of the CAF Confederations Cup. The Porcupine Warriors lost narrowly to the Sudanese, after Waleed Bakheek’s 40th minute goal separated the two sides. Lugarosic, who […]

19-year-old arrested over disappearance of girlfriend

The Police in the Eastern Region have arrested a 19-year-old young man in connection with a missing person case at Akim Anamase. The suspect, Joseph Prah, is said to be the boyfriend of the missing young lady, Georgina Ama Amenyo. Georgina, a 20-year-old junior high school student, is said to have sneaked out of her […]

Defender Jerry Akaminko terminates contract with Turkish second-tier Istanbulspor

Defender Jerry Akaminko has terminated his contract with Turkish second-tier side Istanbulspor. The 30-year-old centre back reached a mutual consent deal to severe ties with the Yellow-Blacks on Thursday. Akaminko is unhappy at the club after making just seven appearances in all competitions for the first half of the season. Istanbulspor confirmed his departure in […]

Ghana submit final 21-man squad for CAF U20 Cup of Nations

Ghana coach Jimmy Cobblah has submitted his final 21-man squad to CAF for the 2019 U20 Cup of Nations in Niger which starts this weekend. The former Wa All Stars and Inter Allies coach left out 2017 FIFA U17 World Cup star Emmanuel Toku from the squad after the player failed to join in Niamey […]

Bulgaria-based defender Samuel Inkoom open to Black Stars return

Defender Samuel Inkoom says he is available to make a return to the Ghana national team after joining Bulgarian side  Dunav Ruse. The 29-year-old has returned to the pitch, a year after being slapped with a global ban by world governing body, FIFA. The 2009 U20 World Cup winner was suspended by FIFA following a […]

UNESCO launches 'Our Rights, Our Lives, Our Future (O3) Programme in Ghana

Over 20 Ministers of Education and Health in Africa will be converging in Accra on Wednesday, January 30 to officially launch a programme themed, “Our Right, Our Lives, Our Future, (O3)” at Alisa hotel. The Programme will support delivery of good comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) in Ghana and five other countries on the continent. The […]

All set for Ayawaso by-elections tomorrow

Campaigns by the four political parties and their candidates contesting the Ayawaso West Wuogon constituency seat were wrapped up in line with the constitutional requirement for such activities to end 48 clear hours ahead of scheduled polls. The four political parties; the National Democratic Congress (NDC), the Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG), the Progressive People’s […]

Kotoko coach C.K Akunor credits management for their good run in CAF CC

Asante Kotoko coach Charles Kwablan Akunor has praised management and supporters of the club for playing significant roles in their run to the group stages of the CAF Confederations Cup. The Porcupine Warriors reached the group stages of the continent’s second tier competition for the first time since to 2008, after dispatching Karibangi Sharks and […]

Midfielder, Asamoah lauds Gapson who uncovered his talent

Ghana midfielder Kwadwo Asamoah has paid tribute to one Charles Mensah Gapson, disclosing that it was the man who discovered him. The Inter Milan star started his football career with Kaaseman FC before joining Accra-based Liberty Professionals in 2006. Several football pundits have always credited the late Liberty Professional Chief Executive Officer, Alhaji Sly Tetteh, […]

This is my moment- Richard Commey

Ghana’s International Boxing Federation (IBF) lightweight title contender, Richard Oblitey Commey, has described Saturday’s world title bout with Isa Chaniev as a time to finally realise his ambition of becoming a world champion. Commey (27-2, 24 KOs) says he is determined to become Ghana’s ninth world champion by taking control of the fight and beating […]

Kidnapper hints girls are alive – Gender Minister

Samuel Udoetuk Wills, the 28-year-old Nigerian suspected to be the kingpin behind the kidnapping of three girls in Sekondi/Takoradi metropolis, has started volunteering information to the police and has confirmed that the girls are still alive. “The suspect, in police custody for allegedly kidnapping three girls in the Western Region, has begun talking to the […]

6 NDC flagbearer aspirants petition party again

Ahead of the February 23, 2019 flagbearer election of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), six out of the seven flag bearer aspirants of the party have raised concerns with the choice of the company to print the ballot papers for the election as well as the voters register, which they claim has come with no […]

Rocky Dawuni Announces 7th Studio Album 'Beats of Zion'

International Afro Roots and Reggae Music Star, Rocky Dawuni has announced the release of his highly anticipated 7th studio album, “Beats of Zion” which follows his Grammy nominated album “Branches of the same Tree”, (Best Reggae Album” in 2016).  The Album will be out on March 8. On Uniiq Breakfast Drive, Dawuni disclosed that the […]

Mate jailed for stealing GH₵500 sales to cater for pregnant wife

A bus conductor (driver’s mate) who absconded with the daily sales of his master to cater for his pregnant wife has been sentenced to a month’s imprisonment by a District court in Accra. Emmanuel Kwame Asare pleaded guilty to the charge of stealing. Asare told the court that he needed the money badly for his […]

'Kwesi Nyantakyi's club not sold to John Paintsil'

Ghana Premier League club, Wa All Stars have denied media reports that the club has been sold. Some media reports on Wednesday claimed that former West Ham United and Fulham defender John Painstil had acquired the club which belongs to former Ghana Football Association President Kwesi Nyantakyi. However, the club in a statement released today […]

12 die from toxic blast inhalation

Twelve people have died after suffocating in a mining tunnel in the Gbane community in the Talensi District of the Upper East Region. The miners are said to have died from inhaling toxic gases from a blast while underground in a mining tunnel close to another mining concession serviced by a Chinese company called Shaanxi. […]

Uganda bans sports betting

Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni has ordered that no new licences should be issued to sports betting companies nor renewing of permits for the existing ones. According to Minister of State for Finance, Mr David Bahati, the President gave the directive saying that gambling has diverted attention of the youth from hard work. “We have received […]

Year of Return 2019: Ghana To Host 500,000 Diasporans

Ghana has extended open arms for about 500,000 (Diasporas) African Americans and descendants in other countries whose ancestors were victimized by the brutalities of slavery to return home during this year of memorial observance. At Washington, D.C., in September 2018, President Nana Akufo-Addo declared and formally launched the “Year of Return, Ghana 2019” for Africans […]

Man stabs and kills brother over goat, dog meat

A disagreement between two brothers over the carcasses of a dog and goat sacrificed for their late father has cost the life of one while the survivor is in police custody. Nwenle Takia, 52, and elder of the two brothers is said to have stabbed his brother Bignani Takia, 50, on his left armpit, top […]

Asamoah Gyan's manager Sammy Anim Addo hails Kotoko over CAF Confederation Cup heroic

Asamoah Gyan’s manager Samuel Anim Addo has heaped praise on Kotoko for securing passage to the group stage of the 2019 CAF Confederation Cup. The Porcupine Warriors qualified to the group stage for the first time in 11-years after a 5-3 aggregate win over Coton Sport. The Ghanaian giants recorded a 2-1 win over the […]

Number12: Anas dedicates award to murdered Hussein-Suale

Investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas has dedicated an award for his explosive #Number 12 documentary to his murdered colleague Ahmed Hussein Suale who was gunned down last week in Accra. Shortly after receiving the ‘Investigative Reporting’ award at the first edition of the AIPS Sport Media Awards held on January 21 in Lausanne, Switzerland, Anas […]

Help trace our missing girls – families appeal to public

The families of three girls reported missing and suspected to have been kidnapped in the Sekondi/Takoradi metropolis and Effia Kwesimintsim Municipality of the Western Region are appealing to members of the public to help trace their whereabouts. The girls are; Priscilla Blessing Bentum, 21, who went missing on August 17, 2018 at Kansaworodo in the […]

Police arrests baby thief at Kwame Danso

A 20-year-old head porter, Patience Anane, has been arrested by the police at Kwame Danso in the Brong Ahafo Region for allegedly absconding from Kumasi with a six-month old baby left in her care. At about 10 a.m on January 13, 2019, the mother of the baby, Abena Kubilla, left her six-month-old baby boy in […]

Black Satellites to leave for Niger ahead of Africa Youth Championship

Ghana’s U-20 national team, the Black Satellites will leave the country for Niger ahead of the Africa Youth Championship on January 21. The Black Satellites have been in camp for the past three months, where they were engaged in a couple of friendlies. The team lost their last two preparatory games to Ghana Premier League […]

Due diligence required before registering Ghanaians abroad to vote – Dr Afari-Gyan

A past Chairman of the Electoral Commission (EC), Dr Kwadwo Afari-Gyan, has called for due diligence and deep thinking before the country goes ahead to register Ghanaians living abroad to vote in internal elections. Parliament passed the Representation of People’s Amendment Law (ROPAL), 2006 (Act 699) to pave the way for Ghanaians in the Diaspora […]

Mourners beseige Yendi-Yaa Naa's funeral today

The final funeral rites of Yaa Naa Yakubu Andani were performed in a peaceful and festive atmosphere in Yendi yesterday. The spectacular traditional event was characterised by a display of the rich culture and customs of the Dagbamba people. Immaculately dressed in their colourful smocks of varied designs and sizes, the ecstatic mourners danced to […]

Section of Spintex road partially closed for GWCL project

The Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) has announced that sections of the Spintex Road will be closed to commuters on Friday and Saturday to enable their engineers to execute an interconnection of pipelines in the area to improve on water supply to the surrounding communities. Sections of the road that will be partially blocked from […]

Normalization Commission clears air on list of referees submitted to FIFA

The Normalisation Committee of the Ghana Football Association has cleared the air on claims that they submitted a list of unqualified referee to FIFA. In a press release from the FA on Thursday, the Normalisation Committee addressed the issue providing the authentic list sent to World’s football governing body. The Statement reads: The Ghana Football […]

Suspect in Assemblies of God pastor's killing remanded into prison custody

Francis Nabegmado, the suspect who allegedly murdered the Pastor of the Community Four Central Assemblies of God Church, Rev David Nabegmado has been remanded into prison custody by a District Court in Tema. The court presided over by Mrs Akosua A. Adjepong on Thursday, Januuary 17, 2019 renewed the remand of the suspect and adjourned […]

'More than a Mother' campaign launched- First Lady named ambassador

The First Lady, Mrs Rebecca Akufo-Addo, and the Mercks Foundation have launched Ghana’s version of a sub-Saharan African campaign aimed at sensitising communities to the need to re-look at issues of prevention of male and female infertility among couples. Dubbed “Merck More than a Mother campaign”, it sets out to create awareness and also educate […]

GJA condemns murder of Ahmed Hussein-Suale

The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has expressed shock about the assassination of Anas Aremeyaw Anas’ Tiger Eye’s team member Ahmed Hussein-Suale. The undercover investigator and a key member of Tiger Eye Private Investigations team was shot dead Wednesday night at Madina in Accra, while driving home by unidentified men riding a motorbike. In an interview, […]

Comply strictly with stipulated fees – GES directs SHS heads

The Management of the Ghana Education Service (GES) has directed heads of Senior High Schools (SHSs) to strictly comply with the stipulated fees for the 2018/19 academic year. “For the avoidance of doubt, the total fees for the SHS and TVET Year Three boarding students for the 2018/19 academic year are GH¢1,606.60 and GH¢1,636.60 respectively“Any […]

Ebusua Dwarfs resume training ahead of Normalisation Committee special tournament

Ghana Premier League side Ebusua Dwarfs have returned to training ahead of the Normalisation Committee special cup. The Cape Coast based club have been on break since the Christmas period but will begin preparations for the Normalisation Committee tournament on Thursday, Committee special cup. The Cape Coast based club have been on break since the […]

53 Soldiers sue Menzgold over GH¢2.5m investment

Fifty-three soldiers have dragged Menzgold Ghana Limited, a gold dealership company, to the High Court for failing to pay back their total investment of GH¢2.5 million. The plaintiffs — from the Ghana Navy, the Ghana Air Force and the Ghana Army — are praying the High Court to order a refund of their money. According […]

Three arrested for murdering girl, 14, for ritual purposes

The Central Regional Police Command, has arrested four persons in connection with the murder of a 14-year-old girl, Ivy Tsibu, for alleged ritual purposes at Twifo Agona in the Central Region. The prime suspect, Kwabena Asamoah aged 35, was arrested at his hideout on Tuesday, January 15, 2019 and upon further interrogation, he mentioned Abraham […]

More Commitment needed for Election of MMDCEs

The 70th New Year School and Conference opened in Accra last Monday, with a call for more commitment to be made to see through processes for the election of metropolitan, municipal and district chief executives (MMDCEs). A senior lecturer at the Political Science Department of the University of Ghana, Professor Joseph Atsu Ayee, who made […]

Ghanaian midfielder, Amidu Salifu makes injury return for serie c side Arezzo

Ghanaian midfielder Amidu Salifu return to training at serie C side Arezzo for the first time on Monday since suffering an injury setback. The 26 year old has been struggling with injury after joining Arezzo from serie A side from Fiorentina. But his return to training is seen as boost for the club who are […]

Aduana Stars to resume training today with 17 players ahead of Betway Cup

Aduana Stars will start training after the Christmas holidays with 17 players ahead of this weekend’s Betway Cup in Obuasi. According to reports, the Dormaa Ahenkro-based side are yet to finalize the contracts of some players whose deals have run out. The Fire Boys are yet to make new signings during this transfer window. The […]

More to register for TIN

More taxpayers and potential taxpayers are registering for the tax identification number (TIN) which has become mandatory for accessing some essential state services and carrying out business transactions. Checks at the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) have shown that more than 1.9 million Ghanaians had registered for TIN as of the end of December 2018, following […]

Premier League clubs agree to play in Normalisation Committee Special Competition

Ghana Premier League clubs have rescinded their decision to boycott this month’s Special Committee after reaching an agreement with the Normalisation Committee. This was after another a crunch meeting on Tuesday in Accra to sort out their differences. Last week, the top officials sixteen clubs in the country withdrew their participation over the financial package […]

Fidelity Bank Opens Osu branch to Public

Fidelity Bank Ghana has opened a new branch in Osu to offer its cherished customers a seamless banking experience The digital branch, located on the Osu Oxford Street opposite Shoprite, is the latest addition to the more than 70 branches of the bank across the country. The plush banking hall also comes with an e-lounge […]

Godsway Donyoh pops up on Burnley radar

Ghanaian midfielder, Godsway Donyoh has emerged as a transfer target for English side Burnley in the ongoing winter campaign. Reports in the UK suggests that the Clarets have inquired about the availability of the inform FC Nordsjaelland attacker midfielder. The 24-year -old recently extended his contract with the Wild Tigers but could still make the […]

Voltic Ghana empowers 900 women along value chain in 2018

Over 900 women were directly empowered by the Voltic Ghana Limited along its value chain in 2018, the company has said. Most of these women who are at the lower end of the chain received livelihood empowerment skills in financial literacy and savings. The Public Affairs and Communication Manager of the company, Ms Joyce Ahiadorme, […]

CAF CC: Coton Sport coach shocked by defeat to Kotoko

Coton Sport de Garoua coach Bertin Ebwelle has no idea how they lost to Asante Kotoko in the first leg of the CAF Confederations Cup in Cameroon. The Cameroonian champions were stunned by the Porcupine Warriors in Yaounde after suffering a 3-2 loss to the Ghanaian giants. Bertin Ebwelle surprised by the defeat pointed out […]

Zylofon Media: We have not been paid for 4 Months- Blakk Rasta reveals.

 Zylofon Media, the once richest entertainment company in Ghana seems to be going broke after its sister company Menzgold Ghana, which is believed to be the major source of income for the Zylofon Media CEO Nana Appiah Mensah, started jumping one hurdle after the other when the Securities and Exchanges Commissions (SEC) and Bank of […]

Police Justifies the “Killing” of 25-year old suspected robber

The Ghana Police Service has justified the shooting of the 25- year old suspected robber. The suspect, Divine Akuinor is believed to have been shot and killed by the Police last Saturday in what his family suspects to be a case of mistaken identity. His family first heard of his death on Sunday at the […]

One feared dead, 5 others wounded following shooting incident at Yendi

One person is reported dead with five others wounded following a shooting incident at Yendi. The shooting was said to have started when the Chief of Sangnarigu was entering Yendi with his entourage ahead of the funeral of the late Yaa-Naa Yakubu Andani II. The gunfire was reportedly preceded by the pelting of stones between […]

Meet Ghana’s Phyllis Osei – 2018 UN Female Police Officer

2018’s UN Female Police Office, Supt. Phyllis Ama Tebuah Osei, says she felt happy when she was told she was the recipient of the award and made her feel that the work she did in Somalia had gained recognition. Adding that, “the award means hard work, thus puts a lot of pressure on her to work […]

CAFCC: Kotoko can't travel to Cameroon by Unit Air

Asante Kotoko’s initial plan of flying to Cameroon by Kwame Kyei’s Unit Air has been canceled following the airline’s inability to secure international Clearance Certificate. The Porcupine warriors are the only team representing Ghana in Africa, thus the CAF Confederation Cup and will soon leave the shores of the country ahead of the much-anticipating game […]

GHS Policy of Wearing Hijab still stands – Dr Nsiah -Asare

The Director General of the Ghana Health Service (GHS) Dr. Anthony Nsiah-Asare, has maintained that the government’s policy on the wearing of the Hijab by Muslim nurses has not been reviewed, hence they must be allowed to wear them. Dr. Nsiah -Asare’s comment comes on the back of the media report that a student nurse […]

“Peace is a Processes”- Most Rev. Professor Emmanuel Asante

The Chairman of the National Peace Council, Most. Rev. Professor Emmanuel Asante has said that Peace is a process and not something that drops suddenly. There is the need for Ghanaians to work towards achieving peace in the country. Speaking on Uniiq FM Breakfast drive he said, “There is no absolute peace anywhere, but the […]

In Yemen, world's worst cholera outbreak traced to eastern Africa

Scientist have found out that most likely source of Yemen’s cholera epidemic which is the worst recorded history. Using genomic sequencing, researchers at the Wellcome Sanger Institute and Institut Pasteur concluded the strain of cholera originated in Eastern Africa and was carried to Yemen by migrants. They hope the data will help estimate the risk […]

David Accam marries Black Queens Striker Florence Dadson

Black Stars forward, David Accam have tied the knot with Black Queens Striker, Florence Dadson in a traditional wedding on Thursday morning, January 3 at Cape Coast in the Central region of Ghana. The ceremony which was held strictly by invitation saw families and friends of the two footballers gracing the occasion. They are expected […]

New US House challenges Trump on shutdown

The Democrat-controlled US House of Representatives has voted to end a partial government shutdown – but the move looks certain to be vetoed by President Trump. Mr. Trump has said he will reject any measure that does not provide funding for his proposed US-Mexico border wall. New House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said no funding for […]

North Korea Ambassador to Italy “disappears”, says South

South Korea’s spy agency has told officials that North Korea’s ambassador to Italy has disappeared. The announcement follows unconfirmed reports that Pyongyang’s top diplomat in Italy had sought asylum from an unidentified Western country. Jo Song-gil, the acting North Korean ambassador to Rome, is the son and son-in-law of high-ranking North Korean officials. The last […]

Ghanaian footballer collapse and dies in Zambia

Sad scenes have played out once again as a Ghanaian footballer lost the battle for his life after collapsing on training grounds in Zambia. Justice Salasi Oko, a 25-year-old Ghanaian footballer who went for trials at the Zambian Division 1 side Kabwe Youth Soccer Academy collapsed and later died during training, Central Province Commissioner of […]

BONABOTO confab slated for December 27

 The 11th National BONABOTO Delegate Congress is set to come off on Thursday December 27 at the Bolgatanga Polytechnic in the Upper East region of Ghana under the theme; “Enhancing Integrated Community Development in the whole of BONABOTO.” The Delegate Congress is an event that the BONATO group organize every two years to deliberate on […]

Daniel Amartey signs new Leicester City contract

Leicester defender Daniel Amartey has signed a new contract to keep him at the East Midlands club until 2022. The 23-year-old Ghana international, who can also play in midfield, joined the Foxes on a four-year deal from FC Copenhagen for £6m in January 2016. He has made 64 appearances for the club, featuring in nine […]

Nana Aba Anamoah to host Sarkodie’s Rapperholic 2018

Award- winning rapper Sarkodie has officially named TV Personality and Sarkcess ‘PRO’ as the host of the of this year’s Rapperholic concert slated for December 25 at the Accra International Conference Center. According to Sarkodie, Nana Aba was chosen by majority of his fans that they want to see her host the show. Rapper Sarkodie […]

Kariobangi Sharks Arrive in Ghana ahead of Kotoko tie

The Kariobangi Sharks have arrived in Ghana ahead of their CAF Confederation Cup with Asante Kototo on December 22. The Kenyan outfit landed at the Kotoka International Airport on Thursday afternoon and will fly to Kumasi with Dr. Kwame Kyei’s unit airline. Sharks will face Kotoko in the preliminary qualifying round second leg tie after […]

ECOWAS to school stakeholders on Court of Justice

 The Economic Community of West Africa States (ECOWAS) is set to embark on a sensitisation mission for Stakeholders in Ghana on the establishment of the ECOWAS Court of Justice. The ECOWAS Court is a legal organ of ECOWAS, a regional integration community of 5-member states in West Africa. It was created pursuant to the provisions […]

Kotoko arrive in Ghana after Drawing against Kariobangi Sharks

 Asante Kotoko have arrived in Ghana after drawing 0-0 with Kariobangi Sharks in the first leg of their CAF Confederation Cup round of -32 clash on Saturday. The Kumasi-based Club touched down at the Kotoka International Airport on Monday, December 17, afternoon and will later head to the Garden City by road.  The team spent […]

The 4th Annual Creative Art Exhibition

The NVA Marketing and Promotions is set to present the 4th Annual Creative Art Exhibition on Saturday, December 15 – Sunday December 16 at the Ndoleb Event Center at Tesano in Accra. NVA Marketing and Promotions is a marketing, promotions, event management and staffing firm. The Art event showcases outstanding works from some of the […]

Ghana’s Thomas Partey misses out on 2018 CAF awards final list

Ghana’s Thomas Partey has missed out on the 2018 CAF Awards final list. The 25-year-old was part of the initial 30-man list presented by CAF in November but a new list pruned down to 10 has seen the Atletico Madrid Player conspicuously missing in the award list. Partey who had an impressive year with club […]

Coach Akonnor demands players to stay focus ahead of Kariobangi Clash

Asante Kotoko coach, C.K. Akonnor has called for total concentration from his players as the team prepares to play Kariobangi Sharks in Kenya on Saturday at 12:00pm.  The Porcupine Warriors play as guests to Kenyans in Nairobi in the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup with expectation of engineering a positive approach to improve […]

All set for dialogue to address issues women face at work

 The Gender Center for Empowering Development (GenCED) is set to organise a National Dialogue on December 12 at the Holiday Clinic, Accra. The them for the dialogue is: “Labor laws. Women’s Right at the Work Place”. Speaking on GBC’s Uniiq FM Breakfast Show, the executive Director of GenCED, Esther Tawia said most women get fired […]

Kotoko jet off to Kenya ahead of CAF Confederation cup

Ghana’s only representative in the 2018/2019 CAF confederation cup, Kumasi Asante Kotoko have departed for Ethiopia en route to Kenya Tuesday morning ahead of the CAF Confederation Cup match against Kariobangi Sharks on Saturday The Porcupine warriors left the country for Addis Ababa, where they will spend a night in the Ethiopian Capital before they […]

CAF name officials for Kariobangi/Kotoko match

  The Confederation of African Football, (CAF) has appointed Pierre Ghislain Atcho from Gabon as the Center Referee for the Kariobangi Sharks CAF Confederation Cup first round match against Ghanaian side Asante Kotoko.  Atcho will be assisted by his compatriots Theophile Vinga (First Assistant), Angelo Malekou Mambana (Second Assistant) and Isidore Carlos Nze (Fourth Assistant). Maxwell […]

Ghana Industrial Cassava Stakeholders to celebrate actors in the Cassava industry

The Ghana Industrial Cassava Stakeholders Platform, (G.I.C.S.P) will on December 11 and 12, celebrate all the cassava value chain actors at the Coconut Groove Hotel in Accra. The Ghana Industrial Cassava Stakeholders Platform is a non-profit organization that has the membership of the various cassava value chain actors such as Farmers, processors, Aggregators etc., The […]

Govt urged to pay more attention to Commercial Farming

The Chairman of the National Farmers Award Winners, Davies Narh Korboe has appealed to Governments to pay more attention to commercial farming in all policies and also support small holder farmers to deal with the country’s food security problems. This he said will enable the country to achieve the Ghana Beyond Aid Agenda and also […]

Ghana wins Big at World Skills Africa Kigali 2018

 The World Skills International in Partnership with the Ministry of Education, Rwanda and the Integrated Polytechnic Regional College (I.P.R.C.) has organised the World Skills Africa Kigali 2018 Regional Skills Competition as part of efforts to institutionalise an African World Skills Competition in the African Continent. It is to also challenge the youth to aspire for […]

All African People’s Conference Slated for December 5

The Institute of African Studies of the University of Ghana is set to hold the All African People’s Conference (A.A.P.C) as apart of its 60th Anniversary, on Wednesday December 5 to Saturday December 8. The venue of the celebration is the Bank of Ghana Conference Facility at the University of Ghana-Legon. This year is marks […]

Stratcomm Africa's praise jam slated for December 1

Strategic Communication Africa ltd (Stratcomm Africa) will on December 1, hold its 13th edition of Praise Jam. Stratcomm Africa is an international communication and reputation management agency dedicated to using communication strategies as a means of enhancing performance. Every year for the past 13 years, Stratcomm Africa has created a platform of praise for corporate […]

Addiction is a Disease of the Mind and Body- Walter Damen Asoh

    An addiction Management Professional and Educationists Facilitator, of the House of St Francis Rehabilitating Center in Accra, Walter Damen Asoh has hinted that Addiction is a disease just like  diabetes and any other chronic diseases and need to be treated. On Uniiq Breakfast Show, he explained that addicts are not bad people and […]

Gender Ministry launches campaign to end child marriage

The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection in collaboration with the Office of the First Lady Mrs. Rebecca Akufo-Addo and the African Union Commission is set to hold a conference on ending child marriage and other negative cultural practices. The conference on the theme, “Enough of the Silence” will be organised from Thursday November […]

Ghana Joins the Rest of the World to Mark World Toilet Day

Ghana on Monday, November 19, joins the rest of the world to mark “World Toilet Day”. The celebration is aimed at raising awareness about people in the world who do not have access to a toilet, though it considered as part of people’s right to have clean water and sanitation. The Ministry of Sanitation, Water […]

Ghana, French Antilles colloquium slated for November 8

The Institute Français Ghana and Alliance Français Accra is set to hold a colloquium; “Ghana In the Diasporas: Historic Linkages Between French Antilles and Ghana”, on Thursday, November 8 at the Alliance Français. Speaking on GBC’s Uniiq FM Breakfast Show, the Event Coordinator for the “Ghana in The Diaspora Colloquium”, Mrs. Jamilla Hamidu said the […]

New HIV infection rate shoot up

The Acting Director General of the Ghana AIDS Commission, Mr. Kyeremeh Atuahene has corrected some of the data put out that, “the New Human Immune Virus (HIV) infection has shot up to 19,101 as at the end 2017, Slightly higher than that of 2016, which was about 16,000.” Mr. Kyeremeh Atuahene on GBC’s ‘Uniiq FM […]

National Skills Development Competition slated for November 6

The Council of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (COTVET) is set to organize the first ever National Skills Development Competition at the Trade Fair Center from November 6th to 9th. The competition is expected to inspire world class excellence in skills development and introduce the youth to a variety of skilled careers. The theme […]

Ghana to host Earl of Wessex, Prince Edward for Head of State Award Scheme

Ghana will host the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Foundation’s 13th Forum (Known in Ghana as Head of State Award Scheme) for the time in Sub-Saharan Africa, from October 31 to November 3. The triennial will bring International leaders to plan the future growth of the award worldwide. The theme for this year’s forum is […]

Stroke awareness campaign launched in Accra

The Stroke Unit of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital has launched a campaign to raise awareness on stroke. Speaking on the Uniiq FM Breakfast Show, Dr. Donald Nartey and Dr. Freda Amoateng of the Stroke Unit of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital revealed that stroke-related deaths in Ghana is increasing. The campaign therefore, is a move aimed […]

Free Breast Cancer Screening for “Kayayos" in Accra

“Babykaafo” is set to hold a free Breast Cancer screening for “Kayayos” at the Art Center in Accra, Sunday October, 28. This was made known by the Project Coordinator of Mother and Baby Project (Babykaafo), Dr. Angela Quashie and Concept Developer, Joseph Ebusua on Uniiq FM Breakfast show. According to Joseph Ebusua, the Babykaafo Project […]

60 Years of Rotary in Ghana

Rotary Club Ghana, has turned 60 since October 1958 when the first Rotary Club in Ghana was launched with one Club, “Rotary Club of Accra”. Sixty years hence, there are now 49 Rotary clubs in Ghana. Ghana is part of district 9102, headed by District Governor, Jeffery Afful. Rotary is the world’s largest Service Organization […]

Breast Cancer Survival rate increases by 40% worldwide

Doctor Nicholas Apekor who is with the Department of Surgery at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has disclosed there has been 40% increase in Survival rate of Breast Cancer across the world over the past 20 or 40 years. Mr. Apekor made this known on Uniiq FM’s Woman- to- Woman show.  According to him, there […]

Ghanaians urged to be cybersecurity conscious

The National Security Advisor, Albert Antwi Boasiako has stressed the need for individuals and corporate entities to be cyber security conscious as Government strives to put in place measures to deal with cyber-attacks. Speaking to business news at the climax of the cybersecurity awareness month in Accra, Mr. Albert Antwi Boasiako is of the view […]

Japanese Embassy set to hold 2018 Japan Week Festival in Ghana

The Japanese Embassy is set to hold 2018 Japan week Festival, which is scheduled for Saturday November 3 to Sunday, November 18 to showcase various Japanese Cultural and Traditional activities.  Japan Week Festival is an annual cultural event organized by the Embassy of Japan to promote cultural exchanges between the Ghanaian and Japanese communities. Speaking […]

Debate for NDC national executive aspirants begins Today

The Pre-election candidate debate for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) aspirants in the upcoming NDC National Executive Elections organised by the Center for Social Democracy (CSD-Ghana), in collaboration with Friedrich-Ebert Stiftung begins Wednesday, October 17 at the University of Ghana in Accra. Research fellow for the Center for social Democracy (CSD- Ghana), Kafui Tsekpo in […]

Audit Service, CAGD begins nationwide payroll and personal validation exercise

The Ghana Audit Service and the Controller and Accountant Generals Department (CAGD) have started the nationwide payroll and personal validation exercise in the Upper East Region. This is aimed at cleaning the bloated payroll. The exercise, which is expected to end on Tuesday, October 16, will take place in fifteen Districts in the Region. About twenty-six […]

WHO urges governments to invest in Mental Health as Mental Health day is marked globally

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has called for more investment by government into Mental Health. This according to the organisation should be channeled into campaigns to raise awareness on how to manage mental health. The Strategy is the focus for this year’s World Mental Health day which falls Today, October 10. Speaking at a first […]

African Governments tasked to draft ICT policies to boost economic activities

The Senior Policy Manager of Web Foundation, Nanjira Sambuli has said African Governments must draft policies aimed at maximising the economic potentials of ICT. She told Business news in Accra that, this will not only boost economic activities within the Africa Region, but create employment for the youths as well. Madam Sambuli added that African […]

Ghana Health Service Launches 2018 Family Planning Week

 The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has launched the 2018 Family planning week in Accra. The focus of the year’s launch is to sensitise Citizens on the availability of Family Planning services to cater for the needs of women and girls. Speaking at the launch of the Family Planning week on Wednesday, the Director General of […]

Bank of Ghana to Launch Digital Agency Registry next Month

The Bank of Ghana has announced that it will launch a Digital Agency Registry to enable the bank to monitor activities of financial agents. At the opening of the Euro Money Conference in Accra, the Governor and Chairman of the Central Bank, Dr. Ernest Adison said, the Bank of Ghana is developing a Digital Agent […]

Bank of Ghana writes off GH¢1.2bn of non performing loans

 The Bank of Ghana has approved a loan of GH¢1.2 billion for the banking industry. The move is to reduce the Non Performing Loan (NPL) significantly to 18.4%. At a meeting with journalists in Accra, the Governor and chairman of the Monitory Policy Committee, Dr. Ernest Addison disclosed that, the waited interbank rate, that is, […]

High Population contributing factor to poverty rise in N/R- Dr. Leticia Adelaide Appiah

The Executive Director, National Population Council of Ghana, Dr. Leticia Adelaide Appiah has hinted that High Population in the Northern part of Ghana is a contributing factor to the poverty rise in the Northern region. According to Dr. Leticia  Adelaide Appiah, Population factor has to be considered in everything that is done in the country, […]

Blockchain Network to hold second Blockchain Ghana Conference

Following the success of the maiden edition of the Blockchain Ghana conference in 2017, Ghana.com, a leading Bitcoin mining company in Ghana is again joining the Block Chain Network to organize the second edition of the Blockchain Ghana Conference on Thursday  (October 25), at the Golden Tulip Hotel, Accra. This was revealed by a member […]

GPRTU raises concern over Cedi performance against dollar

Ghana Private Road Transport Union, (GPRTU) has raised concerns about the poor performance of the Cedi against the Dollar being the reason for the increase in fuel prices, therefore calls on government to do well to address the issue.  The Union believes that, the Cedi –Dollar relationship has not been the best for some time […]

GIBA kick against Star Times TV Deal

Ghana Independent Broadcasters Association, (GIBA) has rebuffed government’s attempt to place the country’s Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT) Infrastructure in the hands of Star Times, a Chinese owned paid TV. Ghana’s quest to migrate from Analog to Digital Broadcasting has suffered three postponements. Although the Global deadline is 2020, the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) urged governments […]

Chereponi Chief Stops Voter Registration Towards Referendum

The Chief of Chereponi in the Northern region has stopped the voter registration exercise on the upcoming referendum for the creation of new regions. Radio Ghana’s regional correspondent, Mutala Issa reports that, the Chereponi chief does not want his people to take part in the limited registration because he does not want to be part […]

World Leaders Converge for Kofi Annan’s Funeral

World leaders and dignitaries on Wednesday converged at the Accra International Conference Center for the burial service of the late UN General Secretary of the United Nations, Kofi Annan.           About 20 heads of states including the Nigerian Prime Minister, Brigi Rafini, Namibian President, Hage Geingob, Ethiopian president Dr. Mulato Teshome […]

Double Track System begins today

The much awaited double track system introduced by the government of Ghana kick-starts today (September 11). The aim among other things is to address the growing number of students benefiting from the Free Senior High School (SHS) Policy. Grouped into two batches, the first batch – tagged the ‘green track’ starts today and the second […]