Microsoft (MSFT.O) is set to stave off a possible hefty antitrust fine as EU regulators are likely to accept an offer on its Office and Teams products, three people familiar with the matter said on Wednesday, amid tensions with the United States over the EU’s scrutiny of Big Tech. Microsoft found itself back in the EU antitrust … The post Exclusive:
The President, John Dramani Mahama, has officially put an end to the controversy surrounding Sammy Gyamfi, following public outrage over a video that showed the acting CEO of the Ghana Gold Board allegedly offering dollar bill notes to Evangelist Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, popularly known as Nana Agradaa. In an Interview with an Accra based Radio Station, […] The post Sammy Gyamfi
Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana (CDAG) have threatened a nationwide strike action if provisions of the Road Traffic Regulations Act, 2012, which prohibits trading on roads, pavements and at designated bus stops are not enforced. The Commercial transport operators have threatened to embark on industrial strike action on Monday, May 19, 2025 if “concrete steps” are […] The post Mahama’s
Depaul Kwabena Heavens, the second in command to Kennedy Agyapong’s Security campaign team has presented an amount of GHC40,000 to Effia-Nkwanta Regional Hospital for the purchase of an Incubator. Captain Depaul Heavens presented the physical cash to the hospital, which was received by the Medical Director of the facility, Dr. Kojo Tambil. Presenting the cash, […] The post Ken’s Bodyguard
The Ashanti Regional Police Command, which is determined to clampdown on criminals activities in the region has conducted a swoop and arrested a number of suspected criminals especially in Kumasi metropolis. Deputy Superintendent of Police, Mr. Godwin Ahianyo, the Ashanti Regional Public Relations Officer explained that the police successfully arrested three suspected armed robbers who have […] The post Ashanti
The Ghana Police Service says it has conducted a series of anti-galamsey operations in various communities affected by illegal mining activities since the fight against the canker started in March, this year. According to the Service, in a special anti-galamsey operations conducted at Samreboi, along the Tano River, Wassa Dunkwa, Tigarikrom and surrounding communities – […] The post Galamsey
When creativity, culture, and music collide, something magical happens; and this year’s Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) was living proof. Back for its second year as an official partner, Guinness Smooth helped shape the night with the right spark. From the red carpet to the main stage, the energy was unmistakably Ghanaian and unapologetically bold. […] The post TGMA
The deadly road crash on Tuesday, this week, has once again thrown the spotlight on the dangers posed to travellers using the Memfi-Koforidua road. The accident occurred at Amanprobi, a community near Mampong in the Akuapem North Municipality, when a KIA truck transporting dynamite cables from Accra reportedly experienced brake failure. The truck, which was descending […] The post Fatal accident on Mamfe-Koforidua
Prudential Bank has donated an amount of GHS 20,000.00 to support the Ghana National Fire Service’s (GNFS) newly launched Health and Safety Fund at this year’s commemoration of International Firefighters’ Day in Accra. The Health and Safety Fund is to support Firefighters who sustain severe injuries in the line of duty and to cater for […] The post Prudential Bank donates to
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Asiamah, has called for urgent and coordinated regulatory harmonisation across the African continent to unlock the full potential of digital financial integration. Speaking at the opening of the 2nd edition of the 3i Africa Policy Forum in Accra on 14th May, Dr. Asiamah emphasised that while […] The post BoG
The Chairman of the Federation of Kumasi Traders (FKT), Nana Akwasi Prempeh, has urged the citizenry to exercise patience regarding calls for the downward adjustment of prices of goods and services in the face of the appreciation of the local currency – the Cedi. He stressed that price adjustment should be systematic and determined by the […] The post Let Demand
A businessman, Sulemana Dawuda, has been granted bail in the sum of GH¢200,000 by the Dansoman Circuit Court for allegedly defrauding a foreign exchange trader of US$13,000 under the pretext of converting the amount into Ghana cedis. The bail, granted by Her Honour Halimah El-Alawa Abdul-Baasit, is to be executed by three sureties, who must […] The post Businessman granted
The Director-General (D-G) of the Ghana Health Service (GHS), Professor Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, has called for an end to the widespread practice of patients needing connections or ‘protocols’ to access medical care across public hospitals in the country. He described the situation as unacceptable, stressing that every Ghanaian deserves equal access to healthcare, regardless of … The post Access
Zamse Senior High Technical School (ZAMSTECH) in Bolgatanga of the Upper East Region is in deplorable state and in dire need of classroom furniture for both students and teachers. The lamentable situation is severely hindering the smooth learning of the over 2,609 students attending the school. The furniture shortage in particular has compelled students to … The post ZAMSTECH
Sunderland reached the Championship play-off final after Dan Ballard’s last-gasp goal in extra time decided their semi-final tie against Coventry City. Ballard headed in off the underside of the bar in the final seconds of stoppage time to level the match at 1-1 on the night and secure a 3-2 aggregate victory over the Sky … The post Sunderland ease into Championship play-off final appeared
Ruben Amorim has confirmed he is not interested in leaving Manchester United after admitting that his side’s performances have been well below the club’s standard. While United have reached the Europa League final, they are in the throes of a miserable domestic campaign, sitting 16th with 17 losses so far this year. The most recent … The post I am far from quitting Man United – Amorim
Professor Douglas Boateng, Chief Executive Officer of PanAvest International and Partners, has urged the government to leverage Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) platform to reduce revenue leakage in the extractive sector. He described SML’s platform as “a generational innovation with the power to reshape how Africa governs, minimises revenue leakages, secures, and scales its industrial … The post Leverage
Prices of petroleum products are expected to drop at the pumps from Friday, the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) has predicted. Speaking to Joy Business in Accra yesterday, the Chief Executive of COMAC, Dr Riverson Oppong said the reduction in prices was anticipated since the foreign exchange rate was major factor in the price … The post Prices of petroleum products to drop – COMAC
The Committee set up by the President, John Dramani Mahama, to enquire into the three petitions filed against the Chief Justice, Justice Gertrude Torkorno, will commence today. The five-member committee chaired by Justice Gabriel Scott Pwamang, a Justice of the Supreme Court, was set up by the President in accordance with Article 146 (6) of … The post Committee to probe Chief Justice
VFS Global, the global leader in trusted technology services, has completed the acquisition of a majority stake in CiX Citizen Experience, a leading provider of digital and physical citizen services based in Brazil. This strategic acquisition marks a pivotal step in VFS Global’s expansion journey as it continues to broaden its capabilities and deepen its […] The post VFS Global
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