By Samuel SAM In a bid to tackle climate change and its global impacts, the Centre for Culture and Environmental Conservation (CECECON), a non-governmental organisation (NGO), has been officially inaugurated at the Tamale Technical University (TaTU) in the Sagnarigu Municipality of the Northern Region. The organization aims to sensitise and advocate climate change awareness, in […] The post
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The Association of Progressive Muslims has expressed joy at the public disclaimer of the practice of LGBTQ+ by Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia. In a press release dated April 11, 2024, the Association described the development as “good news.” “Good news for mother Ghana and we’re so glad Alhaji Bawumia has listened to our call finally. […] The post ‘We’re
Dr Clement Apaak, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Builsa South and Deputy Ranking Member on the Education Committee of Parliament has asked Ghanaians to ignore Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia’s ‘stale tale’ on the Free Senior High School (FSHS) policy. In a statement issued on Wednesday, April 10, Dr Apaak said the “FSHS will […] The post Ignore
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The Electoral Commission of Ghana has announced that candidates who wish to participate in the by-election to be held in the Ejisu Constituency will be required to pay a filing fee of ten thousand Ghana Cedis (GHC10,000). This is contained in a press release dated April 9, 2024. “A Candidate shall at the time of […] The post Ejisu Parliamentary by-election: Candidates
AFTER SYMBOLIC VISIT TO THE ANCESTRAL FOREST By Alvin Nii Okine Kasabrofo. The people of Prampram are gearing up for the celebration of this year’s Lalue Kpledomi festival, with the first taking place on the 23 of April. According to an elaborate program released by the Prampram Traditional Council, a curfew will immediately follow right […] The post People
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By Rashidatu IBRAHIM Amid public outcry over the recently revised cost of passport acquisition, Dr. Andy Appiah-Kubi, Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee of Parliament, has clarified that the newly adjusted fees reflect the actual costs of the passport application process, rather than being a means for the government to generate profits. Addressing the press […] The post
a call for policy revision By Emmanuel KUNDO A recent directive issued by the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has stirred controversy within the business community regarding the implementation of the Commissioner-General’s invoice (VAT Invoice) as proof for allowable expense deduction under Section 9 of the Income Tax Act, 2015 (Act 896) as amended. Although, the […] The post
By Rashidatu IBRAHIM An economist and advisor on South-South Cooperation and Development Finance at the South Centre, a Geneva-based intergovernmental organisation, Yuefen Li, has urged African countries to enforce regulations that require multinational corporations to contribute a greater share of taxes for their operations within these nations. She noted that implementing such measures would serve […] The post
By Catherine ADODOADJI-DOGBE and Fatima FAROUTA Globally there has been an increase in municipal solid waste generation. Predictions indicate that Municipal solid waste generation will grow from 2.3 billion tonnes in 2023 to 3.8 billion tonnes by 2050. The global direct cost of waste management was estimated at USD 252 billion in 2020 and the […] The post Harnessing
By Kofi Anokye Owusu-Darko (Dr) According to the banks, there is a Bank of Ghana (BOG) directive that all third-party transactions in the banking hall must be supported by an identification (ID) of the party undertaking the transaction. This stems from the Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2020 (Act 1044), and the December 2022 BOG Guidelines for […] The post Anti-money
In a move that has been met with great enthusiasm following the government announced 58.26% increase in the producer price of cocoa, farmers have gone to town in jubilation. Read More... The post Cocoa Farmers Rejoice Over Jumbo Price Increase appeared first
The Member of Parliament for Asunafo South, Eric Opoku, has asserted that the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has incurred losses since President Akufo-Addo assumed office. He attributed these losses to the poor performance of the Akufo-Addo-Bawumia government, which has been in power since 2017. During an interview with Bernard Avle on the Point of View […] The post COCOBOD
Thirty years after a devastating genocide, Rwanda has made impressive gains. But ethnic divisions persist under an iron-fisted president who has ruled for just as long.
Women in PR Ghana (WiPR) is excited to unveil the Top 10 Women in PR for the year 2023. This prestigious recognition, which is in its 7th year, celebrates the remarkable contributions of women in the field of Public Relations, highlighting their innovative strategies, impactful campaigns and dedication to the growth of the industry. The […] The post Women in PR unveils
The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has expressed dismay over the sudden reversal of the Price Stabilization and Recovery Levy on petroleum products by the National Petroleum Authority (NPA). The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) on April 4, 2024, instructed all Oil Marketing Companies and related stakeholders to impose a levy of 16 pesewas per […] The post Suspension
Corruption comes in many forms in Ghana. Bribery, misappropriation of funds, extortion and administrative theft remain pervasive and affect key sectors of Ghana’s economy. In a 2023 Afrobarometer survey, 77% of Ghanaians surveyed responded that corruption was on the rise in the country. Scholars have long studied the links between corruption and other facets of life. […] The post Rich
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