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 […]
Rex Omar appointed Presidential Staffer for ‘The Black Star Experience’
By: Henrietta Afful Ghanaian highlife musician and entrepreneur, Rex Owusu Marfo, known as Rex Omar, has been appointed as the Presidential Staffer for ‘The Black Star Experience’. ‘The Black Star Experience’ is the NDC’s flagship Culture, Arts, and Tourism programme which aims to redefine Ghanaian identity, attract foreign investments, create jobs, and boost tourism through […]
Minister calls for renewed commitment to public-private partnership to address unemployment
By: Michael Kofi Kenetey The Eastern Regional Minister, Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, has called for a renewed commitment to public-private partnerships (PPPs) to address the high unemployment rate among the youth in the region and the nation at large. While reaffirming the government’s strong commitment to creating more job opportunities, she urged the private sector […]
PNP petitions religious leaders over gender representation
The People’s National Party (PNP), has petitioned religious leaders in Ghana, urging them to take a stand against what it describes as a “grave constitutional violation” by President John Dramani Mahama. The petition signed by Janet Asana Nabla, chairperson and leader of the PNP, and addressed to the Christian Council of Ghana, the Ghana Pentecostal […]
Gender Minister engages senior female journalists in pioneering dialogue on equality and social protection
By: Henrietta Afful In a bid to amplify women’s voices in national discourse, the Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has engaged senior female journalists in a dialogue on media collaboration, gender issues, and the media’s role in advancing women’s rights. Welcoming the journalists on Wednesday, 19th February 2025 […]
War against Galamsey: Minister issues stern warning
By Felix Cofie Minister of Lands and Natural Resources Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah has issued a stern warning to operatives of illegal mining in the country that the war being waged by the government against the menace of illegal mining will be relentless, retributive, and firm. According to him, government is determined to achieve multiple goals […]
‘Place Ghana first’ at all times – Doe Adjaho tells Council of State members
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Chairman for the Council of State, Edward Doe Adjaho has admonished members of the Council to place Ghana first in their scheme of things at all times. Speaking at an orientation workshop for the Council in Accra on Monday, February 24, 2025, the former speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon Adjaho urged members […]
Oxygen plant at 37 Military Hospital fixed.
By Seth Eyiah Minister for Defence DR Edward Omane Boamah has announced that the oxygen plant at the 37 Military Hospital is now fully operational, a significant boost to healthcare operations at the facility. The development, he noted, underscores President John Dramani Mahama’s steadfast commitment to improving human security as part of his mission to […]
10% salary increment is not enough- Prof. Gyampo
By Josephine Kekeli Amuzu Professor Ransford Gyampo urged appointees of the Mahama administration to live modestly, emphasizing that it would be inappropriate for them to enjoy lavish lifestyles while asking labour unions to tighten their belts. “As labour accepts this small 10% increment, we must also show restraint and acknowledge that times are tough,” he […]
President to deliver SONA on Thursday February 27
President John Dramani Mahama will on Thursday, February 27, present the State of the Nation Address (SONA) to Parliament. SONA is a constitutional obligation and yearly tradition, where the Commander-in-Chief of the Ghana Armed Forces reports on the status of the country, unveils the government’s agenda for the coming year, and proposes to Parliament certain […]
Tullow reaffirms commitment to Ghana’s energy sector
Phuthuma Nhleko, Chairman of Tullow Plc, has reaffirmed the company’s commitment to Ghana’s energy sector during a meeting with President John Dramani Mahama. Highlighting nearly two decades of partnership, Nhleko emphasised the importance of sustainable and efficient utilisation of Ghana’s oil and gas resources. Tullow, the lead operator of the Jubilee and TEN oil fields, […]
Gender Minister engages senior female journalists in Accra
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection (GCSP), Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, on Wednesday, 19th February 2025, engaged some senior female journalists in a dialogue on media collaboration, gender issues, and the media’s role in advancing women’s rights. Welcoming the journalists, the Minister expressed deep appreciation for their presence, emphasising […]
Government approves 10% salary increase for public sector workers
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The John Dramani Mahama-led government has approved a 10% salary increase for all public sector workers following successful negotiations with the Labour Union. The last salary increase for public sector workers in Ghana was in 2024, when the then government, led by Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo approved a 23% raise to adjust […]
Kwakye Ofosu challenges NPP to provide evidence they left buffers to service debt payments
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH A spokesperson for President John Dramani Mahama and Minister of State for Government Communications, Mr. Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has debunked claims by some New Patriotic Party (NPP) Members of Parliament that the Mahama-led government was able to pay bondholders as well as service other debt payments due to buffers left behind by […]
