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GRA sets July 16 for implementation of Energy Sector Levy Amendment
Posted on with No CommentThe Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has announced that the implementation of the Energy Sector Levies (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1141), will officially begin on July 16, 2025, following a temporary suspension last month. In a statement signed by Acting Commissioner-General … Read more →
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‘Stay out of Ghana’s anti-LGBTQ debate’ – Prez Mahama to IMF, World Bank
Posted on | CommentPresident John Dramani Mahama has warned multilateral institutions like the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to avoid interfering in Ghana’s domestic policies, particularly concerning cultural and social issues such as LGBTQ+ rights. Speaking in an interview with … Read more →
‘I’m disappointed’ – Mzbel over Mahama appointments snub
Posted on | CommentSinger, Mzbel has expressed disappointment for not being offered any appointment yet by the government despite her arduous efforts for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to win power. In an interview with Graphic Showbiz on Tuesday, March 4, she disclosed … Read more →
NSS scandal: Gifty Oware-Mensah granted bail
Posted on | CommentA former Deputy Director of the National Service Authority (NSA), Gifty Oware-Mensah, has been granted bail following her detention by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) over the allegations of payroll fraud during her tenure at the Authority. Sources at the … Read more →
Reverse sale of Foreign Affairs Ministry lands – Mahama
Posted on | CommentPresident John Mahama has directed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to immediately reverse all allocation and sale of lands belonging to the ministry. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, who announced this, said the decision was taken to safeguard … Read more →
EOCO raises alarm over rising romance scams in Ghana
Posted on | CommentThe Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) has expressed deep concern over the rising cases of romance scams in Ghana, revealing that it has been investigating at least 107 related cases since 2021. Speaking at the launch of a fraud … Read more →
World Bank lists five ‘alarming’ statistics on global hunger
Posted on | CommentThe World Bank has said that last year’s State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report found that up to 733 million people globally suffered from malnutrition in 2023, an increase of 152 million since 2019. This sharp rise, … Read more →
Pope Francis ‘alert’ after respiratory failure
Posted on | CommentPope Francis is alert after suffering two episodes of “acute respiratory failure” on Monday afternoon, the Vatican has said. Doctors were forced to intervene to clear mucus from the Pope’s lungs, an update from the Holy See said, though it … Read more →
Trump pauses US military aid to Ukraine
Posted on | CommentThe US is pausing military aid to Ukraine, a White House official confirms to the BBC’s US partner CBS News. “We are pausing and reviewing our aid to ensure that it is contributing to a solution,” the official says. This … Read more →
Full Text: Keynote address by Prez. Mahama at National Economic Dialogue
Posted on | CommentKEYNOTE ADDRESS BY H.E. JOHN DRAMANI MAHAMA OPENING OF THE NATIONAL ECONOMIC DIALOGUE 2025 AT THE ACCRA INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE CENTRE ON MONDAY,3RD MARCH,2025. I welcome you to this National Economic Dialogue with great honour and a deep sense of responsibility. … Read more →
I ordered arrest of Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi over $2M payment – Attorney General
Posted on | CommentAttorney General Dr. Dominic Ayine has confirmed he ordered the arrest of Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi over a $2M payment probe, as investigations into financial irregularities continue. Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has confirmed that he personally authorized … Read more →
Foreign Affairs Ministry urges better treatment for visa applicants
Posted on | CommentThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that it has dispatched a Note Verbale to all Embassies and High Commissions, urging them to ensure appropriate and humane conditions at their diplomatic missions and visa centres. This move follows numerous public … Read more →
WR GJA organise maiden Western Region dialogue
Posted on | CommentThe Ghana Journalist Association (GJA), Western region branch, has held a public forum that brought together key stakeholders to brainstorm on the development agenda for the region. Dubbed, ‘Western Region Development Dialogue,’ the initiative brought together Chiefs, Businessmen, Members of … Read more →
Better cocoa prices will curb illegal mining – John Dumelo
Posted on | CommentThe Deputy Minister-Designate for Food and Agriculture, John Dumelo, has underscored the urgent need for improved cocoa pricing to discourage farmers from leasing their lands to illegal miners. Appearing before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, the Ayawaso … Read more →
New BoG Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama outlines six-point plan for Ghana’s economy
Posted on | CommentThe newly sworn-in Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Asiama, has laid out a six-point plan to help stabilise the economy, control inflation, and strengthen the financial sector. Speaking at the presidency today February 25, 2025, after … Read more →
Singapore’s biggest bank to cut 4,000 roles as AI replaces humans
Posted on | CommentSingapore’s biggest bank says it expects to cut 4,000 roles over the next three years as artificial intelligence (AI) takes on more work currently done by humans. “The reduction in workforce will come from natural attrition as temporary and contract … Read more →
UK will impose sanctions on Rwanda ‘soon’ in response to Congo conflict
Posted on | CommentBritain will introduce sanctions soon against Rwanda over fighting in neighbouring Congo, a minister in the UK Foreign Office told Reuters on Monday. Asked if Britain would impose sanctions on Rwanda, Ray Collins, who covers Africa policy as a junior … Read more →
São Tomé and Príncipe President arrives in Ghana for bilateral talks
Posted on | CommentPresident Carlos Manuel Vila Nova of São Tomé and Príncipe arrived in Ghana last night for high-level bilateral discussions with President John Dramani Mahama. The visit, announced by Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Okudzeto Ablakwa, on his Facebook page on … Read more →
Western Regional Minister and Essikado Ketan MP team up to woo investors
Posted on | CommentWestern Regional Minister Joseph Nelson is urging investors to take advantage of the numerous opportunities in the region, which he believes is the ideal investment destination in Ghana. The region’s unique geographical disposition, abundant natural resources, and skilled human capital … Read more →
My daughters will never marry a pastor – Counsellor Charlotte Oduro
Posted on | CommentRenowned marriage counsellor, Charlotte Oduro has made a bold statement regarding the future marital choices of her daughters. Speaking during a church service, the outspoken relationship expert revealed that she has no intention of allowing either of her two daughters … Read more →
WR Minister assures Navy of support
Posted on | CommentThe Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, has assured the Western Naval Command of his government’s unwavering support to enable the personnel carry out their expected duties. He praised the Navy personnel for their outstanding efforts in safeguarding Ghana’s territorial waters, … Read more →
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