Not long ago, I found myself in a small community in the Eastern Region of Ghana, sitting under a mango tree with a group of curious JHS students. One girl, Adwoa, raised her hand and asked me, “Sir, can I also become a software engineer even if we don’t have a computer lab in our […] The post Edtech Insights with Kwame Nyatuame: Tech-enabled
By Otwiwa OFFEI-AKOTO Easter is a time many look forward to—for different reasons. For Christians, it is a sacred season that celebrates sacrifice, love, hope, and new life. For others, it is a moment to rest, spend time with loved ones, or simply enjoy a long weekend. Whatever your reason, Easter presents a great opportunity to […] The post This Easter, begin again: Habits for a better
The Greater Accra Regional Health Directorate is urging stronger public messaging and the promotion of hygienic practices across communities to prevent the spread of cholera as the rains set in. The onset of the rainy season often brings with it a heightened risk of waterborne diseases, particularly cholera. Flooding contaminates water sources with sewage and […] The post Our
Baffour Agyarko Kwakye, Vice President of Debt Capital Markets & Distribution at Stanbic Bank Ghana, has said that the sustainability of Ghana’s capital markets is dependent on a stable macroeconomic environment. Speaking on a panel at West Africa Bond Market Conference on the topic “The Opportunities and Challenges of Developing Africa’s Bond Market – Demand, […] The post Strong
The Moderator of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana (PCG), Rt Rev Dr Abraham Nana Opare Kwakye, has appeal to parties in the Bawku conflict and other tension-prone areas across the country to embrace peace and reconciliation. He reminded Ghanaians that no situation wsa beyond God’s power to transform, urging the nation … The post PCG Moderator urges Bawku to embrace peace
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has commenced the construction of a new power distribution line to improve electricity supply in several communities within the Atwima Kwanwoma Constituency, located in Greater Kumasi. According to ECG, the project—which is currently 40% complete—is scheduled for completion by the end of 2025. It is estimated to cost GH¢2,287,841.31. … The post ECG
By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected]) The Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation has revealed plans to strengthen the logistics infrastructure that supports domestic and cross-border trade, particularly for small businesses aiming to expand beyond Ghana’s borders. Speaking at the ministry’s first-quarter media briefing in Accra, sector Minister Samuel Nartey George announced reforms targetting revitalisation of […] The post Three-pronged
The Accra Ubuntu Lions Club, a non-profit service organisation aimed at providing humanitarian needs, on Saturday officially handed over its High Impact Hunger project to the management of Princess Marie Louise Children’s Hospital. The project which constituted the adoption and refurbishment of the hospital’s Nutrition Rehabilitation Centre (NRC), renovation of the skills training shed to … The post Ubuntu
In the wake of the scrapping of the Electronic Transfer Levy (E-Levy), GhanaPay Mobile Money users can now enjoy completely free transfers on the platform, providing Ghanaians an attractive alternative for sending money without incurring any charges. This development positions GhanaPay Mobile Money as one of the most cost-effective and comprehensive mobile money services in […] The post GhanaPay
The immediate past Minister for Education, Dr Osei Yaw Adutwum who, according to The Chronicle intelligence, will file to contest for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential primary next year, has suggested to the national executives to expand the delegates system the party is using to elect its flagbearers. According to him, the current procedure […] The post Reforms In NPP:
Environmental Health Officers at the Ayawaso East Municipal Assembly say they are not oblivious of the sanitation concerns within their area that lead to perineal flooding. The rains have set in and many communities risk flooding and possibly disease outbreaks due to the poor sanitation conditions. Many areas within the Greater Accra Region have gained […] The post Rainy
The John Mahama government has explained in details why it has refused to renew the mining lease of Goldfields Ghana Limited for the operation of the Damang Mines in the Western Region. A press statement signed by the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, and released in Accra yesterday, said Goldfields […] The post Why Mahama Government Has Refused
A judge has cautioned the public against the payment of money whenever the courts extend bail to accused persons. Mrs Sarah Nyarkoa Nkansa, a Judge at the Adentan Circuit Court said bail extended to accused persons were for free and “you don’t need to pay a dime. It is only when an accused person jumps […] The post ‘Bail granted to accused persons are free’ appeared first on The
G/A: IT technician gets 6-month jail term for GH?53K fraud scam
The Most Reverend Professor J. Kwabena Asamoah-Gyadu, Presiding Bishop, The Methodist Church, Ghana, has called on Christians to use the Easter season to renew their mind-sets on social challenges. The social challenges include bribery and corruption, illegal mining (galamsey) and LGBTQI practices. He made the call in his Easter message to all believers, saying Easter […] The post Use
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom has ruled that the legal definition of a woman under the Equality Act 2010 is based solely on biological Read More... The post Legal Definition of ‘Woman’ is Based
Unlock offers at Aquaventure, The View at The Palm, La Perle and many more huge attractions with your Emirates boarding pass Emirates has revealed that for the first time ever My Emirates Pass will be available all year round; giving passengers access to over 600 exclusive offers across Dubai. In addition to the year-round benefits, […] The post Unlock
I am a Ghanaian from “the South”. Forgive me for venturing into the Bawku conflict, which has defied all attempts at finding a solution. I may be naive in my understanding of the intricate underpinning of the conflict, the fine details of the history and traditions of the people involved. For that, I ask for […] The post Bawku – Case Of Self Determination? appeared first on The
Despite numerous military raids and significant investments aimed at curbing illegal mining, the situation in Ghana’s forest reserves, particularly the Tano Anwia Forest Reserve, in the Ashanti Region, continues to deteriorate. Media reports indicate that illegal miners – commonly referred to as galamseyers – remain defiant, violating environmental laws with impunity. What is unfolding before […] The post Editorial:
Mr Wisdom Seade, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Keta, in the Volta Region, has engaged various government institutions in the area to introduce himself and discuss issues that would foster development. The institutions visited include; the Ghana Police Service, Ambulance Service, Municipal Hospital, National Commission for Civil Education (NCCE), Nurses and Midwifery Training College, […] The post New
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