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Explainer: Why PURC raised electricity tariffs despite falling indicators
Posted on with No CommentThe Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has increased electricity tariffs for the third quarter of 2025 by 2.45%. This move comes as a surprise to many, including PURC itself, since all traditional indicators pointed to a reduction. In April 2025, … Read more →
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Mahama, Bill Gates discuss Ghana’s health reforms ahead of Gavi pledging session
Posted on | CommentPresident John Mahama has revealed details of high-level talks held with philanthropist Bill Gates in Brussels on Tuesday. He said it was focused on Ghana’s health sector interventions and ongoing reforms aimed at expanding access to quality care. The meeting … Read more →
Full statement: Suspended Chief Justice Torkornoo responds to her trial
Posted on | CommentThe suspended Chief Justice, Her Ladyship Gertrude Torkornoo, has publicly addressed for the first time the circumstances surrounding her suspension, raising serious constitutional and procedural concerns about the process initiated to remove her from office. At a press conference held … Read more →
‘The entire EC leadership must go; they are not fit for purpose’ – Asiedu Nketia
Posted on | CommentChairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has launched a scathing attack on the Electoral Commission (EC), declaring its entire leadership unfit for purpose and calling for their removal. Speaking on JoyNews’ PM Express on Wednesday, June … Read more →
Iran signals readiness for ceasefire as Trump announces agreement
Posted on | CommentIran has announced that it is prepared to end its attacks if Israel agrees to do the same, as reports of a potential ceasefire gain traction following statements from U.S. President Donald Trump. President Trump said a “complete and total … Read more →
Gideon Danso leads global prayer giants in 48-Hour SITG encounter
Posted on | CommentAccra is set to become the epicenter of unbroken prayer as Pastor Gideon Danso and the Empowerment Worship Centre convene some of the world’s most revered ministers for this year’s ‘Stand in the Gap (SITG),’ a 48-hour nonstop prayer marathon. … Read more →
Every baby in the UK to receive DNA testing
Posted on | CommentEvery baby in the UK will have their DNA tested under a new 10-year plan for the NHS. The whole-genome sequencing will screen for hundreds of diseases and allow people to “leapfrog” killer illnesses, according to the Health Secretary, Wes … Read more →
Actress Kalsoume Sinare named Ghana’s ambassador to Spain
Posted on | CommentGhanaian actress and filmmaker Kalsoume Sinare Baffoe has been appointed as Ghana’s ambassador to the Kingdom of Spain by President John Dramani Mahama. Her appointment, announced on 21st June 2025 and signed by the Secretary to the President, Callistus Mahama, … Read more →
Prez. Mahama allocates GHS1bn to retool security agencies
Posted on | CommentPresident John Dramani Mahama has announced a GH¢1 billion budget allocation to support the retooling of Ghana’s security agencies, including the Fire Service and the Ghana Police Service. The move is aimed at strengthening their operational capacity and addressing long-standing … Read more →
Fuel prices drop again: Petrol selling at GHc10.75
Posted on | CommentSome Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have started reducing prices of petroleum products at the pumps again. This is the second time this week fuel prices have gone down at the pumps for the second pricing window of June. The reduction, … Read more →
More businesses set to reduce prices from July 1, 2025 – GNCC CEO
Posted on | CommentThe Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI) Mark Badu Aboagye has revealed that more businesses and manufacturing firms are expected to reduce prices of goods from July 1, 2025. Mr. Badu Aboagye noted … Read more →
Stop blaming Chinese for galamsey; you hired them – Ambassador to Ghanaians
Posted on | CommentChinese Ambassador to Ghana, His Excellency Tong Defa, has stirred national controversy by asserting that Ghana “can never eliminate” illegal mining, known locally as galamsey, and must instead find ways to manage its environmental impact. Addressing journalists at a media … Read more →
Ghana’s embassy in Tehran shut with immediate effect over Iran-Israel war
Posted on | CommentThe Government of Ghana has announced the immediate closure of its embassy in Tehran as tensions between Iran and Israel continue to escalate. This decision was made in the interest of safeguarding Ghanaian lives, according to the Minister for Foreign … Read more →
T-Bill auction undersubscribed by GHS393m as rates continue to drop
Posted on | CommentThe latest auction results from the Bank of Ghana show that the government fell short of its Treasury bill target by GHS 393 million, reflecting a 5.19% undersubscription. Ghanaian tourism The government aimed to raise GHS 7.58 billion but received … Read more →
Fuel prices to fall from June 16 due to postponement of GH¢1.0 levy
Posted on | CommentThe prices of petroleum products are expected to go down significantly at the pumps from Monday, 16th June 2025, following the postponement of the GH¢1.0 Energy Sector Levy. This is based on the Pricing Outlook Report put together by the Chamber … Read more →
YEA deal expired, not terminated – Zoomlion
Posted on | CommentWaste management giant Zoomlion Ghana Limited has debunked claims suggesting its contract with the Youth Employment Agency (YEA) was abruptly terminated by government. The company stated categorically that the agreement ended naturally in September 2024 after a scheduled extension. In … Read more →
Duncan-Williams commends Mahama for instituting National Day of Prayer
Posted on | CommentThe Founder and General Overseer of Action Chapel International, Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams, has commended President John Dramani Mahama for instituting the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving, scheduled for July 1, 2025, describing it as a bold and timely move … Read more →
Parliament to draft law supporting lifestyle audits – Bagbin
Posted on | CommentSpeaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has announced that Parliament will soon begin drafting legislation to support lifestyle audits for individuals suspected of acquiring unexplained wealth. According to the Speaker, the proposed law is part of broader efforts to strengthen the … Read more →
World fertility rates in ‘unprecedented decline’ – UN
Posted on | CommentNamrata Nangia and her husband have been toying with the idea of having another child since their five-year-old daughter was born. But it always comes back to one question: ‘Can we afford it?’ She lives in Mumbai and works in … Read more →
Striking nurses did not create opportunity to talk – Labour Minister
Posted on | CommentLabour and Employment Minister Dr. Rashid Pelpuo says he is “shocked and disturbed” by the strike action of the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA). The Wa Central MP is accusing the leadership of failing to engage his office … Read more →
Manchester United release 10 players as Ruben Amorim begins squad rebuild
Posted on | CommentManchester United have joined the rest of the Premier League teams in announcing their retained and released players after the 2024/2025 season. The Premier League mandated all the clubs to publish a list of the players they intended to release … Read more →
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