I have received numerous inquiries regarding whether the minimum paid-up capital requirementsfor establishing Universal Banks and Development Finance Institutions are the same. These questions have arisen following the government’s announcement of plans to establish a Women Development Bank with a budgetary allocation of GH¢50 million. I fully support the initiative to establish the Women Development […] The post Minimum

The Convener of the International Youth Empowerment Summit and Founder of Brian Amoateng Ministries, Pastor Brian Amoateng, has shared the story of how he gave up his clubbing lifestyle after an unexpected encounter with a gospel song on his way to a nightclub. In a conversation with Lois Shola Adeyemi on Joy Prime’s Changes show, Amoateng reflected […] The post How a gospel song

The Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, says government’s commitment to supporting women is “not just in words, but in action.” “A clear demonstration of this is the provision of free sanitary pads for girls in primary and senior high schools, as cap­tured in the recently read 2025 Budget. “This initiative ensures that young girls … The post Our commitment

STAR Ghana Foundation has welcomed the decision by Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson to uncap the National Health Insurance (NHIS) levy and the full allocation of funds to the health insurance sector. Mr Raymond Danso, Portfolio Manager, Right to Services at STAR-Ghana Foundation said that the decision is a significant milestone as it directly impacts […] The post Uncapping

Afro Harmony has opened up about the challenges they faced after the Covid-19 pandemic. According to the band, DJs had more gigs in the past, which led to a decline in the demand for live bands. Speaking on E Vibes Musical Band Series, the deputy leader of the band, Mac Hamlet, shared that things have now evolved, […] The post Demand for bands went down after Covid 19 –Afro Harmony

The Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has disputed reports suggesting that actress Joselyn Dumas has earned an appointment in John Mahama’s government. This comes after news shared on various media platforms on March 2, 2025 that the film maker had been appointed as the Deputy Director of Diaspora Affairs […] The post Joselyn

Some stakeholders in Ghana’s tourism industry have raised concerns over the exclusion of the Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, from cabinet. They argue that the ministry is a key driver of economic growth and revenue generation, with influence extending across various sectors. As a result, they believe her absence from […] The post Tourism

Footballer dies heroically in nightclub fire tragedy

  Personal Information: Full Name:                  Samuel Basintale Amadu Current Position:        Comptroller-General of Immigration (CGI) Appointed By:             H.E. John Dramani Mahama (March 14, 2025) Years of Service:         32 years in the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) Professional Summary: Mr. Samuel Basintale Amadu is a highly accomplished Senior Immigration Official with over 30 years of dedicated […] The post Profile

Zone Three leaders Hohoe United avoided a second consecutive winless game for the sixth time this season, edging relegation-threatened Na God FC 1-0 at the Hohoe Sports Stadium at the weekend. Sena Ati scored the decisive goal in the 58th minute, following a goalless first half as Hohoe United remain atop the Zone Three table with 45 points.Elsewhere Koforidua Semper Fi staged a remarkable comeback to secure a 1-1 draw against former Premier League side Okwawu United, extending

Reginald Asamoah Collins of Ghana has been chosen by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to officiate as a referee at the 2025 TotalEnergies U-17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.He will join other selected referees from the continent for the tournament, scheduled to take place from March 30 to April 19, 2025.Recently, Asamoah Collins participated in the prestigious Young Referees Course in Ivory Coast.His selection for the championship underscores his talent, as he is one

The government is set to begin re-construction of the stalled Anlo Afiadenyigba to Havedzi road in the Volta region in the coming weeks. This follows the allocation of over 2.4 billion cedis to the roads ministry. The deplorable road has caused the death of a minor in recent times attracting little effort from state authorities […] The post Government is set to

 Mr Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, a pop­ular sports jour­nalist, has been appoint­ed as the new Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA). Mr Ankrah, who also serves as President of the Ghana Beach Soccer Association, will oversee the authority’s transfor­mation as Ghana aims for sporting success. The seasoned broad­caster brings extensive expertise to his new … The post Yaw Ampofo

Barcelona stun Atletico Madrid with a 4-2 comeback to top the La Liga table

Why Are You Bloated? It’s that too-full feeling you get in the belly after you eat a bit too much. Or it might be the type of food you ate, or how fast you ate it, or too much salt, fat, or sugar, that causes gas, weight gain, constipation, or water retention. Certain medical conditions like celiac […] The post Effective Ways To Reduce Bloating appeared first on The

Parents and guardians have been advised to immediately send their children who com­plain of eye issues to the hospital to rule out the possibility of glaucoma. “Glaucoma is a silent thief of sight and we advise that all people 21 years and above go for regular check up on the eye for early detec­tion and … The post Check for early detection, prevention of advanced Glaucoma

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has issued a firm ultimatum to former Finance Minister Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta, demanding his appearance for questioning in relation to five high-profile corruption investigations. The OSP has set June 2, 2025, as the mandatory date for Mr. Ofori-Atta to appear in person. According to an official statement […] The post Ken

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