Ghana’s Independence declaration comes alive at Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum
By: Valentia Tetteh In a spectacular display of national pride and historical remembrance, Ghana marked its 67th Independence Day with a vibrant reenactment of the iconic declaration of independence. Some Ghanaians gathered at the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, the very site where Ghana’s first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, proclaimed the nation’s freedom from British colonial […]
Agriculture has potential to create jobs for youth – Dr Bin Salih
By Emmanuel Mensah-Abludo The Upper West Regional Minister, Dr Hafiz Bin Salih, says youth unemployment is a threat to Ghana’s national security but was quick to add that the agricultural sector holds great potential for surmounting the challenge. Dr Bin Salih, who made the observation at the 67th Independence Anniversary at the Naa Abeifa Memorial […]
“Dilapidated economy is an apology of President Akufo-Addo” – Nabdam MP asserts
By Peter Agengre As Ghana celebrates its 67th independence from colonial masters, many are calling for a restoration of the country’s economy. Many believe that the proceeds from natural minerals have not been put to good use for the benefit of the larger population. At the Independence Day celebration held at Nangodi in the Nabdam […]
Ghana soon to export more refined bauxite – President Akufo-Addo hints
By Emmanuel Oti Acheampong President Akufo-Addo has assured Ghanaians that Ghana will soon stop exporting raw bauxite, as there are plans to refine the mined bauxite before it leaves the shores of the country. In his speech during the 67th Independence Day celebration at Koforidua, in the Eastern Region, the President mentioned that Ghana will […]
Ghana@67: Melcom supports Volta, Akosombo flood victims to honour founder
By: Edzorna Francis Mensah In memory of Chairman Bhagwan Ramchand Khubchandani on Ghana’s 67th Independence Day celebrations, Melcom Care Foundation, the main Corporate Social Responsibility Initiative Platform for the Group has extended a hand of support to Akosombo flood victims in two Districts of the Volta Region on humanitarian grounds. The districts; South Tongu and Ketu South walked away with […]
Cote d’Ivoire’s Alassane Ouattara lauds President Akufo-Addo for outstanding leadership
By: Gloria Amoh The President of Côte d’Ivoire Alassane Ouattara has commended Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for his outstanding and exceptional leadership as President of Ghana. The Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara, joined Ghana to mark her 67th Independence Day Celebration on March 6, 2024, at the Koforidua Youth Resource Center in the Eastern region. Alhassane Quattara […]
13th African Games: Ghana ready to draw inspiration from Ivory Coast’s AFCON success- President Akufo-Addo
By: Nana Kwame Bediako President Akufo-Addo has mentioned that as Ghana readies to officially open the 13th African Games, the country is prepared to draw inspiration from Ivory Coast’s stellar performance in both the organization and success during the just AFCON tournament. “On Friday, March 8th, the 13th African Games will be officially opened in […]
President Cup heads to Cote d’Ivoire as ASEC Mimosas beat Kotoko 2-1 in Kumasi
By: Nana Kwame Bediako Kumasi Asante Kotoko hosted Ivorian side ASEC Mimosas on March 5, 2024, at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in the President’s Cup, which is geared towards Ghana’s 67th Independence Day celebration on March 6, 2024. The Porcupine Warriors were unfortunately beaten by 2-1 in a thrilling encounter as their opponent managed […]
March 6 declared public holiday
By: Jeremiah Nutsugah The Ministry of the Interior has declared Wednesday, March 6, 2024, as a national public holiday in observance of Ghana’s 67th Independence Day celebration. The holiday marks Ghana’s 67th Independence Day anniversary. In a statement, the Minister for the Interior, Henry Quartey, urged all citizens to observe the day, stating, “The general […]
Afrobarometer survey indicates sharp drop in Ghanaians support for press freedom
Afrobarometer survey data released by the Center for Democratic Development (CDD) on press freedom in Ghana has revealed that popular support for a free media has dropped sharply. According to the report, majority of citizens are of the view that government should have the right to prevent the media from publishing things that it considers […]
