Four institutions yesterday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to train learners in a new competen­cy-based training programme in recycling technology. It would allow students access to the composting and recycling plant sites of the Jospong Group to gain workplace experience in the field. The four institutions are Com­mission for Technical and Vo­cational Education and … The post 4

 The Minister of Finance, Dr Cassi­el Ato Forson, has said that the gov­ernment remains fully committed to implementing the Internation­al Monetary Fund (IMF) pro­gramme, including its structural benchmarks and key performance criteria. Speaking in Parliament during the ongoing debate on the 2025 budget, he assured that the measures outlined would provide a stable business environment, … The post Govt

Despite the sterling perfor­mances in their last two games, Ghana Head Coach, Otto Addo, has cautioned the Black Stars against complacency, declar­ing that the task ahead of the team has not been accomplished. He said this in a post Ghana versus Madagascar match comment where the Black Stars recorded a 3-0 victory to stretch the … The post Shun complacency; we’re not there yet …Otto

“Health systems should heal people, not hinder care.” This sentiment, echoed by many frontline workers across Ghana, speaks to a growing challenge in the country’s healthcare infrastructure: fragmented systems that slow down service delivery, burden healthcare professionals, and frustrate patients. From rural clinics to urban medical centers, many facilities still operate in silos—paper records, separate … The post Seamless

Ghana re­corded 20,599 tuberculosis (TB) cases last year, with over 90 per cent of diagnosed patients successfully treated and cured. The milestone, which is the first in history for the country, also saw a decline in TB-related deaths to 5.1 per cent, a signifi­cant improvement from previous years where mortality rates ranged between eight and … The post GHS records 20,599 TB cases

Some workers at the Ghana Deposit Pro­tection Corporation (GDPC) have appealed to President John Dramani Mahama to urgently reconsider the appoint­ment of Mr Galahad Alex Andoh, a former basic school teacher, as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the GDPC. According to them, the position of CEO for such a critical institu­tion should be given to … The post GDPC workers kick against appointment

 The Federation of Mus­lim Councils (FMC) has commended President John Dramani Mahama for fulfilling his promise by declaring Monday, March 31 2025, and Tuesday, April 1, 2025, as public holidays to mark the Eid-ul-Fitr festivity. “We are grateful to President Mahama for recognising the signif­icance of Eid-ul-Fitr and declar­ing an additional public holiday to enable … The post FMC

 The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has pledged to liaise with the office of the National Chief Imam to sensitise motorcycle operators on the country’s road safety regulations. Such a move, the Chief Ex­ecutive of the DVLA, Mr Julius Neequaye Kotey, said had become necessary in view of the govern­ment’s move to legalise the … The post DVLA

The General Secretary of the Industrial and Commercial Workers’ Union (ICU), Mr Morgan Ayawine, has commended the government’s 24-hour economy policy, which aims to create new job opportunities for the country’s youth. This initiative is expected to improve income and social protection for Ghanaian workers. At the Ashanti Regional Council’s 2025 Dele­gates’ Conference in Kumasi … The post ICU

 Students of Odorgonno and Accra Girls Senior High Schools have been taken on a tour to the Weija Water Treat­ment Plant as part of activities to commemorate World Water Day 2025. The separate tours organised by the Accra West and Accra East Regions of the Ghana Water Limited (GWL) last Friday was part of activities … The post GWL educates Odorgonno, Accra Girls SHS

 The  first US black Repub­lican congresswoman, has died aged 49 in Utah, her family has announced. “She passed away peacefully” on Sunday, surrounded by family at her home in the town of Saratoga Springs, a statement said. Love, a daughter of Haitian immigrants, had represented the state of Utah in the House of Representatives. Her … The post First black Republican congresswoman

Ghana’s Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has described the inauguration of Namibia’s first female president, Netumbo Nan­di-Ndaitwah, as a powerful reflection of the resilience and determination of African women. In a message shared on her official Facebook page on Saturday, March 22, 2025, Vice President Prof. Opoku-Agyemang said she was honoured to witness what … The post Veep

Tullow Ghana and partners have announced a scheduled maintenance shutdown at its Jubilee field later this month. The maintenance activity, set to begin today for 16-days, will upgrade operations, boost pro­duction capacity, and reduce risks in the field. A statement issued by the company in Accra yesterday said “During this period, Tullow Gha­na will focus … The post Tullow announces maintenance

 Yango Ride, part of global technology com­pany Yango Group, is set to launch the 2nd edition of the Yango Digital Mobility Awards in Ghana. The event, expected to take place on Thursday, April 10, 2025 in Accra is aimed at celebrating and recognising the achievements of Yango’s partners, partner’s drivers, passengers and other stakeholders who … The post Yango to hold 2nd edition

 The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, has tasked the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the BoG to decide on a policy stance that reinforc­es the disinflation path without undermining the recovery or destabilising market expecta­tions. Speaking at his first MPC meeting as the Governor of the BoG, he stressed … The post Decide policy

 The Dormaahene and president of the Bono Regional House of Chiefs, Osagyefo Osead­eyor Agyemang Badu ll, has urged the Bono Regional Coordinating Council (RCC) to arrest chiefs, and other individuals, involved in or pro­moting illegal mining in the area. He said that the fight against illegal mining, popularly known as ‘galamsey’, must be fought at … The post Dormaahene

 The Minority in Parliament has accused the Attor­ney- General (A-G) and Minister of Justice, Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, of overstepping his legal mandate, by directing investigations, ordering arrests, and prejudicing cases before they reach the court. According to the group, the A-G’s role was to provide legal ad­vice, not to conduct investigations or publicly declare individuals … The post Minority

 In a bid to strengthen relationships and promote development, Mr John Kwadwo Gyapong, Oti Re­gional Minister, has undertaken a familiarisation tour of the region. The tour aims to foster strong ties with Assembly workers, inspect ongoing devel­opment projects, and explore opportunities for growth. This hands-on approach demonstrates the Minister’s commitment to ensuring that development projects … The post Oti

Amid the ongoing atrocities, Ukrainians develop a memory culture resting upon personal involvement and a spirit of common loss and healing.  In March of 2022, a Russian shell hits a small museum of the famed artist Mariia Prymachenko, eighty kilometers from Kyiv. A local watchman rushes without hesitation to rescue her works from fire that … The post War Changes the Ways Ukraine Commemorates

 Managers of fuel filling stations have been advised to strictly adhere to safety protocols in order to pre­vent their premises from catching fire that can result in destruction of lives and property. The Bono East Regional Fire Commander, Assistant Chief Fire Officer (ACFO II), Reverend Mrs Naomi Ofori-Adubea, who made the call, cited that cooking … The post Fuel