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Ghanaians vote military as most trusted institution
Posted on with No CommentIn a surprising turn of events, the Ghana Armed Forces have emerged as one of the most trusted institutions in Ghana, according to a recent Afrobarometer report. This development is a testament to the military’s efforts to win the hearts … Read more →
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Ghanaian preacher in UK sexually harassed while preaching in public
Posted on | CommentA viral video has captured an incident where a Ghanaian preacher faced open harassment from two women in London, UK. The footage depicts Eben Ablorh holding a microphone and delivering his sermon, only to be unexpectedly confronted by these white … Read more →
Government to borrow GH¢12.7bn via T-bills in January 2024
Posted on | CommentThe government is seeking to borrow GH¢12.7 billion via treasury bills in January 2024, to finance maturing bills. This is 1.2% lower than that of December 2023. Already, the government has raised GH¢3.223 billion in the first auction of 2024, … Read more →
I’m the man behind the Mask – Cheddar breaks silence
Posted on | CommentGhanaian Entrepreneur and real estate developer, Nana Kwame Bediako alias Freedom Jacob Caesar commonly known as Cheddar has revealed that he is the man behind THE NEW FORCE. Cheddar, who is also founder and CEO of the Kwarleyz Group, made … Read more →
Boeing 737 Max 9: United Airlines find loose hardware in jet inspections
Posted on | CommentBolts in need of “additional tightening” have been found during inspections of Boeing 737 Max 9s, United Airlines has said. United Airlines said “installation issues” relating to door plugs would be “remedied” before the aircraft type would return to service. … Read more →
South Korea passes law banning dog meat trade
Posted on | CommentSouth Korea has passed a new law, which aims to end the slaughter and selling of dogs for their meat by 2027. The law aims to end the centuries-old practice of eating dog meat. Dog meat has fallen out of … Read more →
Ghana’s economy has “turned the corner” – World Bank Country Director
Posted on | CommentThe World Bank Country Director, Pierre Laporte, has affirmed a statement by the Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, regarding the positive state of the Ghanaian economy. According to him, the economy has reached a point where it can genuinely be … Read more →
Pensions are projected to go up by at least 25% in 2024 – ACRR
Posted on | CommentJanuary is the most important time of the year for pensioners and their dependents, primarily because it is the time when the Social Security Administration announces the new rate by which pensions in payment would be increased for the current … Read more →
All set for Christmas in Takoradi
Posted on | CommentThe Central Business District of Takoradi is geared up for this year’s Yuletide as traders begin to occupy every space, including sidewalks, with their goods. Along the streets, one could easily tell that the metropolis was ready for the yuletide. … Read more →
WASSCE Results: Top grades reach record high
Posted on | CommentTop grades for West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results this year have reached a record high, with more than 60% of candidates obtaining Al-C6 in all Core Subjects – English Language, Integrated Science, Mathematics and Social Studies. The … Read more →
Prophetic Convocation 2023: A divine week of worship and celebration in Sekondi-Takoradi
Posted on | CommentChristians in the Western Region are set for an extraordinary week of spiritual rejuvenation as Prophetic Convocation 2023 descends upon Sekondi Takoradi from December 25th to 31st. The Pure Word Chapel near the Naval Flats is set to transform into … Read more →
City of Sekondi-Takoradi officially opens for Christmas
Posted on | CommentIn 2019, Sekondi-Takoradi, the capital of the Western Region was declared a Christmas City by the city authorities. The purpose is to link all activities from economic tourism and youth talent commercialization to the world for mutual benefit. From there, … Read more →
Iceland volcano erupts on Reykjanes peninsula
Posted on | CommentA volcano has erupted on the Reykjanes peninsula of south-west Iceland after weeks of intense earthquake activity. About 4,000 people were evacuated last month from Grindavik, a fishing town about 4km (2.5 miles) away. The eruption started north of the … Read more →
WAEC punishes AI-assisted candidates – Withholds WASSCE results
Posted on | CommentThe West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has expressed worry over the rising incidence of examination malpractice in the country, with students faulted for generating artificial intelligence (AI) answers in the 2023 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). The Head … Read more →
Pope Francis says Catholic Priests can bless same-sex couples
Posted on | CommentPope Francis has allowed priests to bless same-sex couples, a significant advance for LGBT people in the Roman Catholic Church. The leader of the Roman Catholic Church said priests should be permitted to bless same-sex and “irregular” couples, under certain … Read more →
New Force spokesperson re-arrested by Immigration
Posted on | CommentThe mother of Belgian national and spokesperson for “The New Force,”broke down in tears when her daughter was re-arrested at the premises of the Kaneshie District Court on Tuesday (Dec 19, 2023). Shalimar Abbiusi, was on Monday, Dec 11, 2023, … Read more →
OSP arrests $40m counterfeit manufacturing network
Posted on | CommentIn a major operation against corruption, the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has successfully disrupted a syndicate involved in the large-scale production of counterfeit foreign currency. The operation led to the seizure of a substantial amount of counterfeit currency, … Read more →
GHS sets up 225 HIV/AIDS counselling and testing sites in Western Region
Posted on | CommentTo increase access to HIV testing, the Ghana Health Service’s Western Regional Health Directorate has established 225 Testing and Counselling Sites around the area in partnership with stakeholders and health partners. Furthermore, 364 healthcare facilities are actively offering counselling and … Read more →
No Ghana Card, no salary for public sector workers from Feb 2024
Posted on | CommentBeginning February 2024, all public sector workers without Ghana Card numbers will have their salaries frozen, the Controller and Accountant General’s Department (CAGD) has said. This is a new directive issued by the Controller and Accountant General’s Department (CAGD) as … Read more →
Parliament approves $339m for Accra-Tema motorway project
Posted on | CommentParliament has approved a concessionary contract of $338.89 million between Ghana and ATEP, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF), for the redevelopment and expansion of the Accra-Tema Motorway. The project is made up of the … Read more →
Stray bullet kills woman during Police anti-robbery operation at Pigfarm
Posted on | CommentA woman lost her life on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at Pigfarm, a suburb of Accra, when a stray bullet from the police hit her during an anti-robbery operation. The tragic incident occurred during a morning raid that resulted in … Read more →
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