President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has urged African nations participating in the 13th African Games to compete with the highest level of integrity. He also encouraged them to uphold the principles of fair play and mutual respect, making the Games an event to remember. At the grand opening ceremony on Friday, March 8, 2024, President […] The post 13th

Apostle Mrs Lilian Kumah, wife of the late Deputy Finance Minister, John Kumah, is seeking clarification from media personality Captain Smart regarding allegations that her husband was poisoned. In an official complaint, she has asked the Ghana Police Service to ensure that the Onua TV presenter substantiates his claims about the circumstances leading to her […] The post John

The Project Management Institute (PMI) Ghana Chapter Students Club has launched a student club at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) campus in a bid to guide students towards informed career choices in project management. The inauguration ceremony, which took place at the GB Auditorium of GIMPA on Thursday, March 7, 2024, […] The post PMI

John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has urged Ghanaians to elect him over Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). Mr Mahama, drawing on his experience as a former President, stated that he is better equipped to govern the country than Dr Bawumia, who has likened […] The post ‘Choose

The Renal Patients Association of Ghana has approved the proposal to eliminate taxes on dialysis consumables, as put forth by the health minister-designate, Dr. Bernard Okoe Boye. The association, which has been advocating for a reduction in the cost of dialysis treatment, welcomed Dr. Okoe-Boye’s suggestion during his vetting process. This proposal comes in the […] The post Renal

Tensions flared in Okanta, a farming community in the Nsawam Adoagyiri Municipality of the Eastern Region, as residents clashed with armed men providing security for an excavator grading farmlands. The residents allege that a private developer, through dubious means, acquired their farmlands, destroying acres of crops and employing armed personnel to intimidate them. Expressing their […] The post Okanta:

Parliament has approved a $300 million loan from the World Bank, aimed at supporting the First Resilient Recovery Development Policy Financing. This funding is crucial for facilitating the government’s implementation of outlined policies in the 2024 Budget. Initially met with opposition from the minority, who conditioned their support on the government withdrawing its request for […] The post Parliament

Multiple award-winning Ghanaian rapper Michael Owusu Addo better known as Sarkodie has spoken out about the problems with the country’s music royalty system. He believes a well-organized system is key to ensuring artists get paid what they deserve. Sarkodie made this proclamation during the panel discussion at the 3i Africa Summit Partners and Stakeholders Mixer […] The post It’s

The Minority in Parliament has strongly objected to two loan agreements currently under consideration by the legislative body. The government is seeking parliamentary approval for a $300 million loan from the World Bank to fund the First Resilient Recovery Development Policy and an additional $150 million for the ongoing Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development […] The post Minority

On the sixth day of the Citi FM/Citi TV 2024 Heritage Caravan, the enthusiastic ‘Caravanites’ made their way to Mole National Park in Larabanga, the largest wildlife refuge. The day, aptly named ‘Hollard Day,’ provided a unique opportunity for participants to immerse themselves in nature and witness a diverse array of animal species in their […] The post 2024

Members of Parliament on Friday, March 8, gathered in the House clad in mourning attire, with some donning red attire and others in red clothes. This sombre dressing served as a poignant tribute to their departed colleague, Dr. John Kumah, the MP for Ejisu Constituency. Dr. Kumah, a member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), […] The post MPs clad in black as Parliament mourns

Dr. Benjamin Sekyere Yeboah, the Deputy Minister-Designate for the Gender Ministry, has revealed that he was mocked by some colleague MPs when his nomination was announced. Speaking during his vetting in Parliament in Accra on Friday, Dr. Yeboah disclosed that many of his peers questioned why he, as a male, was nominated for the Gender […] The post I

Ghanaian musician Exo Xan revisits the theme of ‘Calvary,’ finding his stride with deep symbolism and beautiful outdoor visuals that feel both puzzling and artistic at every glance.  ‘Calvary’ is a follow-up to the thought-provoking message Exo Xan shares in his previous release ‘Rasta Shepherd.’ The visuals for ‘Calvary’ portray a “safe space” for anyone […] The post Ghanaian

Fatimatu Abubakar, the Minister-designate for Information, has urged the National Media Commission (NMC) to take decisive action against individuals found guilty of defaming and harassing public officeholders and others within the media. This call comes in response to concerns raised by Joseph Osei-Owusu, the Chairman of Parliament’s Appointments Committee, who expressed apprehension about the intentional […] The post NMC

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Over 230 million women and girls have undergone female genital mutilation, most of whom live in Africa, according to a report issued on Friday by the United Nations Children’s agency. In the last eight years, some 30 million people have undergone the procedure, in which external genitalia are partially or fully removed, UNICEF estimated in […] The post UNICEF: Over

The Ghana Water Limited (GWL) in the Central Region has cut its production by 30 percent at the Sekyerehemang Headworks as a result of galamsey activities along the banks of the River Pra. According to the water company, although some communities within the region will be affected by the move, it is ready to augment […] The post Central Region: GWL cuts water production

Fatimatu Abubakar, the Information Minister-designate, has called on investigative agencies to accelerate their probe into the murder of Ahmed Suale. The unresolved brutal murder of the investigative journalist from Tiger Eye PI by unidentified assailants continues to be a matter of concern. During her vetting in Parliament in Accra on Friday, the Information Minister-designate revealed […] The post Expedite

A study on non-communicable diseases (NCDs) conducted at Ga Mashie in Accra has revealed that six out of 10 residents in that area had either hypertension, diabetes or were obese. Particularly, for diabetes, the study found that the prevalence was 8.2 per cent while hypertension prevalence increased by 19 per cent between 2013 and 2023. […] The post 60% Ga Mashie residents

Fatimatu Abubakar, the Information Minister-designate, has called for the creation of an environment that empowers women to excel nationwide. During her vetting by Parliament’s Appointment Committee on Friday, she expressed concern that many women still feel intimidated in public spaces due to victimisation. However, the Information Minister-designate emphasised the crucial role of women in every […] The post Let’s