Health Ministry, GRNMA hold crunch meeting to resolve ongoing strike – MoH PRO
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Public Relations Officer (PRO) for the Ministry of Health, Mr. Tony Goodman, has announced that the Minister, together with other state officials, is currently locked in a crucial meeting with the leadership of the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) and other key stakeholders to resolve the ongoing strike. Speaking […]
Medical doctor reveals societal expectations as major cause of mental health issues in men
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Societal expectations play a significant role in the underdiagnosis of mental health issues in men because they never feel the need to get frequent check-ups. Medical Doctor at Everyday Medical Center, Richardson Edwin Annan, has emphasized that men are often expected to conform to traditional masculine norms, which can prevent them […]
Mahama, Asantehene, Former Presidents bid Mamponhene farewell
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu President John Mahama was among the large crowd of mourners and sympathizers who converged on the Amaniampong Silver Stool Palace at Asante Mampong to pay their last respects to the late Mamponhene, Dasebre Osei Bonsu II, on the final day of the three-day customary burial rite. The vicinity of the Palace proved […]
Ofori-Atta’s lawyers left Special Prosecutor no choice- Edem Senanu
By Ashiadey Dotse Anti-corruption advocate Edem Senanu has said the legal team of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta is to blame for the recent Interpol Red Notice issued against their client. Speaking on Channel One TV on Sunday, June 8, 2025, Mr. Senanu, who is the Co-Chair of the Citizens Movement Against Corruption, said the […]
Sunderland accept club-record offer for Jobe Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund
By Kwame Bediako Sunderland has secured a club-record transfer deal worth approximately €33 million (£27.8 million), along with an additional €5 million (£4.2 million) in add-ons, to facilitate Jobe Bellingham’s move to Borussia Dortmund. The agreement includes a 15 per cent sell-on clause, making it the highest transfer fee Sunderland has ever received for a […]
One World FC crowned champions of U-11 and U-14 Gana Cup, McBilly wins U-9 trophy
By Nana Yaw Preko Bimpeh The 2025 Gana Cup produced some compelling moments as the young budding football talents took to the Dzorwulu Primary School Park to exhibit their appreciable skills. One World FC were crowned champions at the U-11 and U-14 levels after displaying some great performances on the day. The U-9 trophy will […]
Lordina Foundation holds 3rd quarterly health screening for Assemblies of God retirees
More than 145 retired ministers and their spouses from the Assemblies of God Church in the Greater Accra region have benefited from the third free health screening programme organised by the Lordina Foundation on Friday. The quarterly initiative, held at the church’s Ringway branch, provides vital health consultation and free medication to ensure the continued […]
International Afrobeat artist Bex drops new single ‘Marry Me’ from second album ‘Mr. International II’
By Kwame Bediako Liberian American artist Bexter Richardson, popularly known as Bex, is gearing up for the release of his highly anticipated second album, titled ‘Mr. International II’, scheduled for later this year. Known for blending genres like Hip Hop, R&B and Reggae, Bex recently dropped a new single, ‘Marry Me’ which is featured on […]
GRA postpones implementation of GH₵1 fuel levy to June 16
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has postponed the implementation of a new fuel levy meant to help repay debts in the energy sector. Originally set to start on June 9, the levy will now take effect on June 16, 2025. The delay follows strong pushback from the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC), which warned […]
Sakafia SHS shares stories of community impact after 2025 Zayed Sustainability Prize
By Rebecca Ekpe Sakafia SHS in Kumasi, located in the Ashanti Region of Ghana, the winners of the 2025 Zayed Sustainability Prize, have shared how their project is making a difference in their community. It goes beyond just winning an award. It goes beyond simply helping the students, the people, and their community. This is […]
Dumsor Levy is a betrayal of trust – Miracles Aboagye
Dennis Miracles Aboagye, an aide to former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has strongly criticised the newly approved Dumsor Levy, calling it a betrayal of the people’s trust. Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, 7 June, Aboagye lashed out at the Mahama government over the Energy Sector Levy (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which adds a GH¢1 […]
Botswana’s diamond giant slashes output as demand falls
Botswana’s main diamond company has paused production at some of its mines, citing a prolonged downturn in global demand. Debswana, a joint venture between the government and global mining giant De Beers, saw its sales revenue drop by almost 50% last year. Botswana is the world’s largest producer of diamonds by value. The industry accounts […]
President Mahama justifies GH¢1 petroleum Levy
President John Dramani Mahama has justified Parliament’s passage of an amendment to the Energy Sector Levies Act (ESLA) introducing a GH¢1 increase in the energy sector recovery levy. “This decision, though difficult, is necessary and justifiable,” President Mahama stated when he formally received the final report of the National Economic Dialogue from Dr Ishmael Yamson […]
French Open: Jannik Sinner stun Novak Djokovic to set up mouthwatering final against Carlos Alcaraz
By Kwame Bediako Jannik Sinner stunned Novak Djokovic in a thrilling semifinal match at Roland Garros on Friday June 6, 2025, winning in straight sets 6-4, 7-5, 7-6 (3). The victory marked Sinner’s first appearance in the final of the prestigious clay-court tournament, showcasing his rising dominance on the surface and cementing his status as […]
