Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo has given the Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) a two-week ultimatum to repair all damaged streetlights in their jurisdictions. The Minister gave the directive during a media briefing in Accra on Thursday, August 28, 2025. She disclosed that her office and the Ministry of Energy […]

The alumni of KPMG, together with the firm, have announced plans to support the Paediatric Oncology Department of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital with a Digital Pain-Free Venipuncture Unit. The facility is expected to ease the experience of children undergoing cancer treatment and other procedures that often involve repeated and painful injections. The commitment was made […] The post KPMG

By Ben BRAKO Throughout history, societies have risen and fallen, but one constant has been the reverence that descendants owe to their ancestors. Our ancestors, through resilience, wisdom, and communal struggle, shaped systems of survival, meaning, and belonging that carried us for centuries. Yet today, in our time, we must pause and ask ourselves a […] The post Are we cursed?: appeared first on The

Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, has said that with the right interventions, the influence of black market operations in Ghana can be significantly reduced. Asked whether black market practice is considered illegal or whether it has simply become normalised, during the 125th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) press conference on July […]

 FirstBank Ghana is set to host its flagship annual staff engagement event, the MD’s Roadshow on Saturday. This signature event, now in its sixth year, brings together staff from all branches and departments under one roof to reflect, reconnect, and re-energize as the Bank strengthens its drive to remain focused on its strategy and customer … The post FirstBank prepares for 2025 staff engagement

Former Asante Kotoko forward Charles Taylor has urged the club to step up their preparations as they gear up for next monthâ??s CAF Confederation Cup campaign.The Porcupine Warriors have been drawn against Nigerian side Kwara United in the first preliminary round, with the first leg scheduled for Kumasi between September 19 and 21, before the return fixture in Ilorin from September 26 to 28.Taylor, however, has voiced concerns about the teamâ??s readiness, citing their uninspiring

The conversation on societal progress misses an essential element when it overlooks the growing significance of young people as active drivers of change and transformation. Recognizing this, the UN General Assembly in 1965 began emphasizing the need to empower young people. This commitment was further strengthened in December 1999 when the UN established International Youth […] The post Empowering

Hearts of Oak head coach Mas-Ud Didi Dramani has applauded the organisers of the Democracy Cup, describing the timing of this yearâ??s edition as ideal for his sideâ??s preparations.The Phobians are scheduled to face city rivals Great Olympics on September 5 at the University of Ghana Stadium in the second edition of the annual fixture, which is held to celebrate Ghanaâ??s democratic credentials.The game comes just a week before the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season kicks

…Study finds efficiency improved post-reforms, but mergers alone do not guarantee stronger banks By Philip Ayagre ATIMBIRE (Dr) A recent empirical study has evaluated the efficiency performance of Ghana’s banking sector over the period 2013–2020, focusing on the regulatory reforms of 2017 which consolidated the sector from 36 to 23 banks. The study deliberately excluded […] The post Banking

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has dismissed allegations of wrongdoing in the auction of perishable goods at the ports, stressing that its actions are fully guided by the Customs Act, 2015 (Act 891). In a press release dated August 27, 2025, the Authority responded to concerns raised by the Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana […]

Flagbearer hopeful of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has chastised the National Democratic Congress (NDC) for what he describes as lies and empty promises made to Ghanaians ahead of the 2024 elections. According to him, the NDC convinced voters with promises they had no intention of keeping, including paying cocoa farmers at … The post NDC lied to Ghanaians – Dr. Bawumia states

Ghana international Mohammed Salisu could depart French outfit AS Monaco before the closure of the summer transfer window, having attracted significant interest, GHANAsoccernet.com can report.Since joining the Principality club from Southampton in 2023, Salisu has yet to pin down a regular place in the starting lineup.The enterprising Black Stars centre-back was mostly used as a back-up option, marking just 24 appearances across competitions for the French club last season.He initially

By Gwendolyn B. BOAHEN A cornerstone of modern marketing thought is the strategic application of the Marketing Mix, a framework famously categorized by E. Jerome McCarthy in the 1960s as the “4Ps.” This model provides a foundational toolkit for tactical execution, breaking down marketing strategy into four core components: Product (the good or service offered to the […] The post Navigating the

Several victims fleeing communal clashes in Gbenyiri, Savannah Region, drowned after a boat capsized on the White Volta near Dinie-Tuonbo while crossing into Côte d’Ivoire.

Speaking after filing his nomination papers at the party’s headquarters in Accra, the former Vice President told an enthusiastic crowd of supporters that his ambition was to expand the economy and create opportunities for ordinary Ghanaians. Dr. Bawumia explained that his presidency would focus on reducing the cost of living, supporting local industries, and introducing … The post Flagbearer

Flagbearer hopeful of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has stated that unlike some of his opponents, he does not depend on money to win the support of party members. According to him, his strength lies in his track record, vision and ideas that have impacted millions of Ghanaians rather than financial influence. … The post I rely on ideas, not money to win support –

Hearts of Oak head coach Mas-Ud Didi Dramani says the significance of the name behind the Democracy Cup makes the tournament a unifying event for Ghanaians.The Phobians will face city rivals Great Olympics at the Accra Sports Stadium on September 5, 2025, in the second edition of the competition.The experienced coach believes the event, instituted by the Speaker of Parliament, underscores footballâ??s role in strengthening national cohesion.He also highlighted the accessibility

Flagbearer hopeful of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has called on party members to stop attacking one another and rather focus their criticism on the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC). He said this in an address after filing his nomination papers to contest the NPP’s flagbearer, and addressed a mammoth crowd to … The post Let’s

Hearts of Oak coach Mas-Ud Didi Dramani has issued a rallying call to the clubâ??s supporters to turn out in large numbers at the Accra Sports Stadium on September 5, 2025, when the Phobians face Great Olympics in the second edition of the Democracy Cup.The fixture will serve as a key pre-season test as the Phobians aim to add another piece of silverware ahead of the new campaign.The match offers more than just bragging rights against their city rivals. With the tournament instituted

By Tony O. ELUMELU It takes years to build a trusted brand and seconds to destroy it. When I speak with young entrepreneurs, I tell them that the power of brand is critical, it is the beginning of trust, the engine of loyalty, the foundation of that personal relationship between the consumer, the product and […] The post Brand power: Why every leader must be their chief