Government establishes first-ever satellite passport office at Hajj Village to expedite pilgrim travel
By Hannah Dadzie In a groundbreaking move to streamline passport acquisition for Ghanaian Muslims embarking on the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has set up a satellite passport office at the Hajj Village in Accra. The initiative, hailed as historic, aims to eliminate bureaucratic bottlenecks, ensuring that prospective pilgrims receive their passports […]
None of Agenda 111 hospitals operational – Health Minister
The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has observed that some Agenda 111 hospital projects inaugurated by the erstwhile government are still under construction, emphasizing that none of the 111 facilities is completed at the moment. He said upon inspection, it was evident that construction was still ongoing; hence, the hospitals were not yet operational […]
Trede hospital still unfinished, needs GHS 100 million – Mintah Akandoh
By Ashiadey Dotse The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has revealed that the Trede Hospital, which was commissioned under the former government’s Agenda 111 initiative, remains incomplete and is not yet in use. The minister stated that the hospital, located in the Atwima Kwawonma Municipality of the Ashanti Region, requires GHS 100 million to […]
Oscar Provencal calls for unity in Ghana’s film industry
By Belinda Nketia For over three decades, Ghana’s film industry struggled to establish a regulatory body, according to Ghanaian veteran film figure Oscar Provencal. Now that the long-awaited National Film Authority (NFA) Act is in place, Provencal is urging stakeholders to set aside their differences and focus on moving the sector forward, following the disapproval […]
Health Minister Kwabena Akando assesses progress of Agenda 111 project in Ashanti Region
By: Henrietta Afful Ghana’s Minister for Health, Mr. Kwabena Mintah Akando, has commenced a visit to the Agenda 111 sites in the Ashanti Region to assess the progress of the project, which was initially launched by the previous administration. During his visit, Mr. Mintah Akando revealed that the project, which was originally managed by the […]
Volta Regional Minister pledges completion of abandoned Abutia-Juapong road project
By Jones Anlimah The Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, has assured the people of Abutia and its surrounding communities that the government is committed to fixing the Abutia-Juapong road network. His assurance came in response to an appeal by the Chief of Abutia Kpota, Togbe Tsali, who called for urgent action on the road […]
Government pre-finances Hajj expenses, sets March 13 deadline for payment
The government has secured a pre-financing arrangement with a local bank to cover major Hajj expenses, allowing a smoother payment process for Ghanaian pilgrims travelling to Mecca. President John Dramani Mahama announced this on Friday, February 28, 2025, during the sod-cutting ceremony for a permanent Hajj Village in Accra. Mr Mahama stated that all deposits […]
Regional Sanitation Day: AMA cleans Nkrumah Memorial Park, Rawlings Park, others
By Wesley Aggrey The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has embarked on a massive clean-up exercise at key locations in the Central Business District (CBD), including the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park and Mausoleum, Asafoatse Nettey Road, Rawlings Park, and the Agbogbloshie Lorry Park. The exercise held on Friday, February 28, 2025, was organised in line with […]
Saglemi Housing Project to undergo assessment and costing for completion – Minister-Designate
By: Roberta Gayode Modin The Minister-Designate for the Ministry of Works, Housing, and Water Resources, Hon. Gizella Akushika Tetteh-Agbotui, has assured Ghanaians that the long-abandoned Saglemi Housing Project will be assessed and renovated for completion. Speaking during her vetting in Parliament, Hon. Tetteh-Agbotui emphasized the need for a comprehensive assessment and costing of the project, […]
Making Black Stars’ budget public is not responsibility of GFA- Henry Asante Twum
By Kwame Bediako The Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum, has stirred debate by stating that the responsibility for making the Black Stars’ budget public lies with the Sports Ministry, not the FA. His remarks contrast with President John Dramani Mahama’s recent directive during the State of the Nation Address, […]
Minority presents its own State of the Nation address
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Less than three hours after President John Dramani Mahama delivered his maiden State of the Nation Address in Parliament, the minority in Parliament presented their own version, calling it “The True State of the Nation Address”. In a 12-page address, the Minority insisted that the true State of the Nation now is […]
Anti-LGBT Bill reintroduced to Parliament
By Seli Baisie The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill has been reintroduced in Parliament for consideration, according to Reverend John Ntim Fordjour, the Member of Parliament for Assin South. The proposed legislation, which seeks to criminalize LGBT activities, as well as their promotion, advocacy, and funding, was previously passed by the 8th Parliament. […]
James Gardiner appointed deputy Executive Secretary of National Film Authority
President John Dramani Mahama has named renowned actor James Gardiner as the Deputy Executive Secretary of the National Film Authority (NFA). Gardiner, widely recognized for his contributions to the entertainment industry, is expected to bring fresh insights and innovative strategies to the NFA. His appointment is anticipated to play a crucial role in advancing Ghana’s […]
TCDA engages cashew traders and exporters in Sampa to strengthen value chain efficiency and public sensitisation
By: George Antwi The Tree Crops Development Authority, TCDA, has engaged cashew traders and exporters in Sampa in the Bono region of Ghana as part of efforts to familiarize with the industry’s operations in the region. The tour which was spearheaded by the acting chief executive officer of TCDA, Dr Andy Osei Okrah was among […]
