The University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has told the Mahama administration to repeal the Legislative Instrument (LI) that allows mining in the forests, rather than the proposed amendment. UTAG urged the government to intensify its efforts to eradicate illegal mining, including increased deployment of more security forces to enforce the security red zones in […] The post Don’t

The Disciplinary Committee of the New Patriotic Party has postponed its scheduled hearing for former Dome-Kwabenya MP, Sarah Adwoa Safo. The Committee had earlier in a letter dated March 24 scheduled Adwoa Safo to appear for a hearing on Monday, April 7, 2025. Her invitation was due to alleged violation of a directive barring party […] The post NPP’s Disciplinary Committee postpones Adwoa

Standard Chartered has affirmed its commitment to enhancing employee well-being, especially for women. The Bank recently hosted a stakeholder forum to engage and launch the Ghana Women-Friendly Workplaces Report by management and research firm Konfidants Ghana. Stakeholders discussed female employees’ unique reproductive health concerns at the workplace. Creating inclusive and supportive workplaces that prioritise women’s […] The post Empowering

Ghana’s former High Commissioner to India, Ambassador Sam Pee Yalley has died. He died on Sunday, April 6, 2025, after a short illness. His death was announced by the National Communications Director of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Sammy Gyamfi. Sammy Gyamfi wrote on his Facebook page that “A great Man has fallen; a man […] The post Ambassador Sam Pee Yalley is dead first appeared on

 The Black Queens secured a 1-0 win over Senegal’s Teranga Lionesses in an international friendly match on Sat­urday at Senegal’s Stade Lat-Dior. Evelyn Badu scored the decisive goal with a header in the 24th min­ute, following a precise cross from Princess Marfo. Despite being down to 10 players after Anasthesia Achiaa’s red card in the … The post Black Queens pip Senegal in

 A former Minister of Youth and Sports, Mus­tapha Ussif, is scheduled to meet investigators from the National Investigation Bureau (NIB) for questioning today on the precincts of Parliament. Mustapha Ussif A plus Also expected to meet the investigators is Member of Parliament (MP) for the Gomoa Central Constituency, Mr Kwame Asare Obeng, aka A-Plus, for … The post  2 MPs to face NIB Investigators

 Football returned to the Accra Sports Stadium yesterday with Accra Hearts of Oak honouring their match day 26 Ghana Premier League (GPL) encounter against Medeama. However, their (Hearts) con­tinuous stay at the facility remains uncertain, following conditions of the facility at present. Gates (left) leading the Independence Square area stands (right) remained under lock and … The post NSA

An Economist, Dr Theo Acheampong, believes that the immediate past Government Statistician, Professor Samuel Annim, should have been allowed by President John Dramani Mahama to stay in office for at least a year or two under his administration before his removal. Dr Acheampong said that although the new appointee, Dr Alhassan Iddrisu, is equally qualified, […] The post Prof

 Mr Stephen Blewett, the Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, has emphasised the importance of promoting local digital innovation in the country. Speaking during a media engagement dubbed: ‘Time with Stephen,’ he reaffirmed the company’s commitment to digital transformation, local entrepreneur­ship, and network improvements, amongst others. The gathering was held to cele­brate his first anniversary … The post MTN

 Mr Stephen Blewett, the Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, has emphasised the importance of promoting local digital innovation in the country. Speaking during a media engagement dubbed: ‘Time with Stephen,’ he reaffirmed the company’s commitment to digital transformation, local entrepreneur­ship, and network improvements, amongst others. The gathering was held to cele­brate his first anniversary … The post TN

 As part of efforts to promote responsible and sustainable min­ing practices in the country, the government and some leading Chinese mining enterprises have officially inaugurated the Asso­ciation of China-Ghana Mining (ACGM). The association, made up of 10 Chinese mining companies, marked a milestone in promoting Sino-Ghanaian collaboration in the extractive sector. The ACGM brings together … The post China-Ghana

 A pregnant woman has been shot dead, and two other persons injured, following gun attack at Zoya, near Sakplengebaani in the Zabzugu District of the Northern Region. The gunmen were said to have attacked the victims, who were all on their way to the hospital in Zabzugu, for the preg­nant woman, Naaadar, to attend regular … The post Pregnant woman shot dead at Zabzugu appeared first on Ghanaian

 A consignment of seized opioids valued at GH¢20 million was destroyed by Ministry of Health in collaboration with the Foods and Drug Authority (FDA) at Ashaiman, near Tema, last Friday. The drugs, which were believed to be on transit to Niger, were con­fiscated following a joint operation by the intelligence and regulatory authorities at the … The post Health ministry, FDA destroy GH¢20m

A private legal practitioner, Austin Kwabena Brako-Powers is unhappy with the way and manner the government has handled the alleged suspicious aircraft containing cocaine substances which landed at the Kotoka International Airport by Member of Parliament for Assin South, Rev John Ntim Fordjour. He described the government’s handling of this matter as disappointing. “John Dramani […] The post Aircraft

 A joint oper­ation between the Korle Bu District Police Command and the National Security has led to the retrieval of electrical cables and other equipment, suspected to be part of the missing containers belonging to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) at the Tema Port. The operation, which was triggered by a tip-off on Sunday … The post Missing ECG containers:

 A heroic display by goalkeeper Benjamin Asare yesterday powered Accra Hearts of Oak to a first win in five league games after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over visiting Medeama SC at the Accra Sports Stadium, yesterday. But for the agility of the new Black Stars goalie, the Phobi­ans would have thrown away a 23rd-minute goal … The post Asare’s exploits saves day for Hearts appeared first on Ghanaian

 Kumasi Asante Kotoko put up a brave fight but failed to tame Kpando Heart of Lions in their top match day 25 fixture of the Ghana Premier League (GPL), sharing the spoils with a 1-1 scoreline yesterday. The game lived up to its usual billing as both sides tried so hard to undo the other … The post Heart of Lions hold Kotoko in pulsating clash appeared first on Ghanaian

 The recent 10 per cent tariff imposed by the United States of America (USA) on goods entering that country must compel Africa to accelerate efforts at developing a sustainable continental market, the Secretary-General of the Afri­can Continental Area (AfCFTA), Wamkele Mene, has stated. He said Africa could not rely on markets in other parts of … The post US 10% tariff

Ablakwa shares key update on Prof. Opoku-Agyemang’s health after abroad treatment

The Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has announced that GHS 3.8 billion is being freed up by adjusting the tax refund ceiling, allowing these funds to be redirected to critical social programs. He assured that the government is investing in priority areas that touch the lives of the people. In a statement, he […] The post We are investing in areas that