The Namibian High Commission in Ghana organized a solemn memorial service on Saturday, February 17, to honour the late President Hage Geingob, who passed away while serving his second term in office. Namibian President, Geingob’s untimely demise occurred early on a Sunday in Windhoek, Namibia’s capital, leaving behind a legacy of leadership and service. The […] The post Namibian

The Minister for Communications and Digitalisation, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, announced on Sunday, February 18, 2024, that Ghana has successfully implemented the ECOWAS free roaming initiative in collaboration with Cote d’Ivoire. The initiative aims to enhance integration and foster international connectivity between the two nations. Speaking at a press briefing under the theme, ‘Digital Infrastructure to Bridge […] The post Ghana

President of the Republic of Ghana, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, used his last of the African Union’s (AU’s) annual February summits to launch a passionate appeal to the AU and his colleague heads of state to support the implementation of an Africa-wide mobile telephony interoperability system. Addressing the 37th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of […] The post APD

Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has expressed confidence in his successor, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, urging the Ministry of Finance staff to support him in ensuring the successful execution of the IMF-ECF programme for economic growth and transformation. In a heartfelt letter of gratitude to the MoF staff, Ofori-Atta thanked them for their tireless service, […] The post Support

Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has expressed gratitude to the staff of the Ministry of Finance (MoF), acknowledging their significant achievements during his tenure. Reflecting on the collaborative journey, Ofori-Atta praised the MoF team for their resilience in weathering storms, overcoming challenges, and contributing to key victories for the Republic. He highlighted the pivotal role […] The post Let’s

Former Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Dan Botwe, is expected to be named the campaign manager for the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, for the 2024 general elections. This comes days after President Akufo-Addo named MP for Techiman South Martin Adjei Mensah Korsah as his replacement. It is unclear […] The post Dan Botwe to be named

Seventy individuals are benefiting from training on waste segregation and hazardous waste management for improved sanitation and environmental sustainability. The training, organized by Professional City Managers, a waste management company, is funded by the Skills Development Fund. The seventy beneficiaries are expected to train residents in seven thousand households in the Ga West, Ga North, […] The post Waste

Senegalese citizens took to the streets to protest against the potential extension of President Macky Sall’s term beyond April 2nd, the date designated by the constitution for the transfer of power. Carrying flags and banners emblazoned with messages such as “Election by force” and “Terminus April 2nd,” demonstrators voiced their staunch opposition to any attempt […] The post Senegalese

Thousands of demonstrators have gathered in Senegal’s capital, Dakar, demanding swift presidential elections. It comes after the country’s top court blocked President Macky Sall’s attempt to postpone the election, originally scheduled for this month. Mr Sall’s last-minute decree, backed by parliament, had triggered a political crisis in Senegal, once regarded as a bastion of democracy […] The post Senegal

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, will outdoor his campaign team next week. The Party’s General Secretary, Mr Justin Koduah Frimpong, on Saturday said the Flagbearer had a clear vision for the nation, hence, he wasted no time in announcing his policy direction just a few months after being elected as the […] The post Bawumia to announce campaign team

Former Member of Parliament for Ablekuma Central, Ebenezer Nii Narh Nartey, has defended the president’s recent reshuffle, dismissing claims of any mistakes in the decision-making process. Nartey contends that the president’s appointments and reassignments are strategic and purposeful, emphasizing that the president is acting with foresight and knowledge. His response comes amid ongoing debate surrounding […] The post Ministerial

US President Joe Biden has assured his Ukrainian counterpart that $60bn in military aid is on its way. The measure still needs to pass a final congressional vote, but Mr Biden told Volodymyr Zelensky that he was confident it would be approved. Mr Zelensky had earlier made an urgent appeal for more weapons to avoid […] The post Ukraine war: Biden

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has proposed that 30 per cent of Africa’s sovereign reserves held in foreign banks be invested in the continent’s financial institutions. “We should decide that a minimum of 30 per cent of the reserves of each one of us, should, be invested in the multilateral institutions,” he said, citing the […] The post Thirty

Residents living along the coast in Keta and its adjoining communities have once again been hit with devastation caused by tidal waves. Residents woke up on Friday morning only to be greeted by sea water in their homes, destroying already dilapidated structures after years of suffering from the tidal waves and its effects. Some residents […] The post Several properties destroyed