Togolese authorities have reopened their borders after they were shut to allow for April 29 legislative elections to be held in the country. The borders were sealed from midnight of Monday to midnight of Tuesday as Togolese citizens went to the polls to elect 113 parliamentarians alongside 179 regional deputies and municipal councilors, with the […]
The Akufo-Addo Government since it took office has completed more than 40 health facilities across the country towards improving healthcare delivery, Dr Bernard Okoe-Boye, Representative of the President at the Ministry of Health, has said. The 40 facilities, he said, include polyclinics, district centres, specialised units, and CHPS compounds, adding that all the facilities were […]
By Prince Dankwa They called it the city of the future. Akon City was envisioned as a pioneering model for how humans could live sustainably using solar and renewable energy. Founded in 2018 by renowned Senegalese-American singer Akon, it was slated to be built in Senegal and run entirely on a cryptocurrency he created called […]
State TV in Mali says a senior Islamic State commander who had a $5m (£4m) US bounty on his head has been killed by a force including troops from Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger. Abu Huzeifa had been linked to several high-profile raids in the Sahel region. This included a 2017 attack which killed four […]
By Jeremiah Nutsugah The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced that it has withdrawn two of its officials amidst bribery allegations. In a press release signed by Samuel Tettey during the ongoing Ejisu by-election, the Commission stated that its attention had been drawn to a video circulating on social media depicting one of the polling stations. […]
The Manhyia Palace Museum in Kumasi will reopen tomorrow Wednesday, 1st May, 2024, as part of the Silver Jubilee celebrations of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II. The museum will unveil refurbished facilities and historic Ashanti heirlooms to the public in its new “Homecoming Exhibition”. A statement from the Palace announcing the opening indicated that […]
By Edzorna Francis Mensah The Divisional Chairman of Public Service Workers Union of Trade Union Congress (TUC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has sent a congratulatory message to Ghanaian workers and called for unity among workers. As hundreds of Ghanaian Workers joined the rest of the world to mark this year’s Workers Day, The Union Chairman, […]
The Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, is set to begin his political campaign on Monday, April 29, ahead of the December polls. A statement signed by the Director of Communications for the Bawumia for President 2024 Campaign, Mr. Dennis Miracles Aboagye, indicated that the flagbearer will begin with the Eastern […]
By: Nana Kwame Bediako Dreams FC’s inspiring campaign in the CAF Confederation Cup was eventually dashed by a 3:0 defeat in the hands of an experienced Zamalek side at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi on Sunday, April 28, 2024. ‘The Still Believe Boys’ came into the second leg with an impressive showing in […]
Millions of students have returned to their schools across Bangladesh despite a heatwave that prompted a nationwide classroom shutdown last weekend. The reopening of schools on Sunday came as the authorities issued another heatwave alert for three more days as the South Asian country faces its longest heatwave in 75 years. The heatwave reached a […] The post Bangladesh reopens schools
Russia has reportedly arrested two journalists who have been working with international news outlets. Sergei Karelin – a Russian and Israeli citizen – was detained on Friday, the Associated Press reported. He has previously worked with the news agency. He is accused of “extremism” in connection with alleged work for the late opposition leader Alexei Navalny’s […] The post Russia
As Ghana strives for sustainable development in its energy sector, the adoption of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles becomes increasingly imperative. With the world’s focus shifting towards responsible business practices, integrating the ESG framework is not just a choice but a necessity for the energy industry. Incorporating ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles into […]
Burkina Faso has rejected “baseless accusations” that soldiers massacred 223 people in attacks in February. A Human Rights Watch report alleged the army killed 179 people in Soro village and 44 others in Nondin, at least 56 of who were children, on 25 February. The NGO said this was “among the worst army abuse” incidents […] The post Burkina Faso rejects
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas says the US is the only country that can stop Israel from attacking Rafah, the southern Gaza city where more than a million people are taking refuge. Mr Abbas, who runs parts of the occupied West Bank, said any attack could see Palestinians flee Gaza. On Saturday Israel’s foreign minister said […] The post Palestinian leader appeals to US
By: Seraphine Nyuiemedi The Chiefs and people of Sokode, have cut sod for the construction of a health facility at Sokode- Etoe, in the Ho Municipality of the Volta Region. The facility is intended to address the community’s long-standing healthcare delivery challenges. Currently, residents of Sokode, are forced to rely on a single classroom CHIPS […]
By: Gloria Amoh The former Afigya Kwabre South Constituency Chairman for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Chairman Odeneho Kwaku Appiah, known as COKA has called on party members in Ejisu to remain vigilant as Lawyer Kwabena Boateng competes in the upcoming by-election. Addressing supporters after a unity walk in Ejisu, Chairman Kwaku Appiah stressed the […]
By: Nana Kwame Bediako Dreams FC’s inspiring campaign in the CAF Confederation Cup was eventually dashed by a 3-0 defeat in the hands of an experienced Zamalek side at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi on Sunday, April 28, 2024. ‘The Still Believe Boys’ came into the second leg with an impressive showing in […]
By Gloria Amoh The Local Committee of the 3rd African Media Convention is encouraging journalists, communicators, media organisations, students and corporate partners who have not registered to do so now to participate in the convention, which is barely 3 weeks away. From May 15-17 2024, Ghana will host the 3rd African Media Convention in Accra […]
By Saaka Mohammed President Akufo-Addo has reiterated his commitment to supervise an incident-free election on December 7, 2024. He said Ghana is a beacon of democracy and cannot afford to lose this credential under his watch. The President made these remarks at the 48th Gonjaland Youth Association meeting held at Damongo, the Savannah Regional Capital. […]
By Sammuella Quartey The Director General of Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, Prof Amin Alhassan, is urging Universities to collaborate with industry in curriculum design. Speaking at the 20th congregation of the Islamic University College, Ghana, Professor Alhassan emphasised the importance of integrating industry insights to ensure that graduates are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge […]
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