Ministry of Sports and Recreation, GBC explore strategic partnership on sports broadcasting
By Kwame Bediako Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) management met with the Ministry of Sports and Recreation to ramp up preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, securing plans to beam every Mundial match to audiences nationwide. Kofi Adams praised GBC’s team while pushing for expanded collaboration beyond the tournament, zeroing in on school sports coverage […]
DVLA warns ‘Goro boys’ operating illegally around licensing offices
By Angela Adu-Asomaning The Chief Executive of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), Julius Neequaye Kotey, has announced a crackdown on middlemen, popularly known as “Goro Boys,” who operate within and around DVLA premises. His announcement follows the authority’s uncovering of a criminal network involved in the production and distribution of fake DV number […]
FABAG back Finance Minister’s directive on transit goods
By: Esther Aidoo The Food and Beverages Association of Ghana has welcomed the directive by Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson banning the land transit of selected imported goods into the country and requiring them to enter through Ghana’s seaports. The association says the move will help curb smuggling, protect government revenue and create a fair […]
Madagascar military leader sacks cabinet in surprise move
Madagascar’s military ruler Col Michael Randrianirina has dissolved the government unexpectedly, dismissing the prime minister and the entire cabinet, according to a statement from his spokesperson. “The government has ceased its functions” it said, adding that Randrianirina will appoint a new prime minister “in line with the provisions stipulated by the constitution”. No reason was […]
Finance Minister directs ban on 9 land transit of selected goods to protect revenue
The Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has directed the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) to immediately implement a series of measures aimed at strengthening border controls and protecting government revenue. The directive follows a meeting between the Finance Minister, the Acting Commissioner of Customs, Mr. Aaron Akanor, and the management of the Customs Division […]
DVLA uncovers criminal network behind 30,000 fake vehicle number plates
By Angela Adu-Asomaning The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) says it has uncovered a criminal network involved in the production and distribution of fake DV number plates. This follows investigations conducted with support from the National Security Secretariat. Addressing the media in Accra, the Chief Executive of the DVLA, Julius Neequaye Kotey, said investigations […]
Yes to Life!, No to Drugs..
By Deo-Donne Dafeamekpor The Narcotics Control Commission is currently piloting a Drug-Free Club initiative in five (5) schools, namely Legon-Presec, Accra Girls, Aquinas Senior High Schools, and Kotoka and Burma-Camp Junior High Schools.This special program is coordinated by the Education and Prevention Department, with NCO Sandra Abaka-Quansah and NCO Patrick Agyepong as the lead focal […]
10,000 metric tonnes of rice unaccounted for by MoFA in 2024 – Deputy Finance Minister
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave The Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) has been accused of mismanaging funds allocated for food relief programmes, with allegations of missing rice and maize, as well as overpayments for transportation services. According to Deputy Finance Minister Dr. Thomas Nyarko Ampem, the government paid for 34,000 metric tonnes of rice in […]
Sunyani residents face severe water shortage
By Daniel Donkor Residents of the Sunyani Municipality are grappling with an acute water crisis after taps ran dry for nearly a week, forcing households, businesses, and institutions to scramble for alternative sources of water. For six consecutive days, several communities across the municipality have endured severe shortages following a disruption in supply from the […]
West Africa eyes “Coalition of the Willing” to bridge security gaps- Ablakwa
By Hannah Dadzie The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, says Ghana and its West African neighbours are working to establish a new regional security framework, known as the “Coalition of the Willing,” to intensify the fight against terrorism in the Sahel and surrounding areas. According to Mr. Ablakwa, the initiative follows growing challenges […]
US issues urgent terror alert for Americans in Nigeria amid intensifying war with Iran
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The United States Mission in Nigeria has alerted its citizens to a credible terrorist threat targeting American interests across the West African nation. The warning, which was first sighted on X, formerly known as Twitter, was issued via a security advisory late Monday. It marks a significant escalation […]
Publishers urged to embrace digitisation to expand access to Ghanaian stories
By Amoako Kwame The Ghana Publishers Association (GPA) has urged publishers to adopt digital platforms in the publication of books and stories to expand access and preserve Ghanaian culture. The association said embracing digital publishing could help drive economic growth while promoting cultural heritage. The GPA’s new council, led by its president Edward Yaw Udzu, […]
Publishers must begin to think about commercialisation – GPC CEO
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Publishing Company (GPC), Nana Kwesi Boatey, has stated that publishers are often too committed to the arts and tend to think less about commercialisation. He said it is unfortunate that publishers have not benefited enough from the sacrifices they make. Speaking at the 50th […]
Publish textbooks that reflect Ghana’s history- UNESCO tells Publishers
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave The Country Director of the UNESCO in Ghana, Edmond Moukala, has urged publishers to ensure that textbooks and learning materials reflect Ghana’s history, culture and values. He said locally produced educational materials help strengthen identity and empower students by connecting learning to their lived experiences. “When a Ghanaian student opens a […]
