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US visa pause does not affect short-term travel for Ghanaians – Ambassador Victor Smith
Posted on with No CommentGhana’s Ambassador to the US, Emmanuel Victor Smith, has clarified that the United States’ temporary suspension of immigrant visa processing does not apply to non-immigrant visas for Ghanaians, including those for business and tourism. The clarification comes amid growing concern … Read more →
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Ghana receives $3.6m donation from UK, US to aid 70,000 drought-affected people
Posted on | CommentThe United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has announced a $3.6 million (over GH?58.3 million) contribution from the United States and the United Kingdom to provide emergency food and nutrition assistance to 70,000 people impacted by drought in northern Ghana. … Read more →
Nigeria intercepts 50,000 tramadol pills smuggled from Ghana
Posted on | CommentNigeria’s National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted 50,000 pills of Tramadol 225mg smuggled from Ghana into their country in a major anti-drug trafficking operation. The Daily Post reports that the pills were concealed in the body compartments of a … Read more →
Ghana floors GCNet at London arbitration, saves GHc4bn
Posted on | CommentIn a major victory for Ghana, an international arbitration tribunal seated in London has dismissed Ghana Community Network Services Limited (GCNet) claims of wrongful termination of its contract with the government. The tribunal instead ordered GCNet to pay Ghana US$2.185 … Read more →
Prez. Akufo-Addo commissions Flowerpot Interchange to boost traffic flow in Accra
Posted on | CommentPresident Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has officially commissioned the Flowerpot Interchange today, 19th November 2024. The commissioning of the interchange is a significant step towards alleviating the perennial traffic congestion in the nation’s capital and a major milestone in Ghana’s … Read more →
Royal Senchi boss passes on
Posted on | CommentThe Ghanaian hospitality industry has been thrown into mourning following the sudden death of Nana Kwame Asamoah Yeboah-Afari, renowned entrepreneur and founder of the prestigious Royal Senchi Hotel and Resort in Senchi-Akwamu. Nana Yeboah-Afari, who also served as the Adantamhene … Read more →
Empowerment Worship Centre set for Heaven on Earth Conference from Nov 20 to 24
Posted on | CommentThe Empowerment Worship Centre (EWC) is set to host its annual Heaven on Earth Conference dubbed ‘Glory’ set to take place from November 20th to 24th at the Church’s Prayer Factory Campus in Dzorwulu, Accra. This highly anticipated event, which … Read more →
BoG suspends Foreign Exchange Trading Licence of CBG for one month, effective Nov. 26
Posted on | CommentThe Bank of Ghana (BoG) has suspended the Foreign Exchange Trading Licence of Consolidated Bank Ghana (CBG), with effect from November 26, 2024, for a period of one month. This, the central bank explained is in accordance with section 11 … Read more →
Elon Musk to co-lead the new department of government efficiency – Donald Trump
Posted on | CommentThe appointment fulfils a promise Mr Trump made to the tech billionaire after he endorsed him in the race for the White House. Donald Trump has confirmed Elon Musk will co-lead the new department of government efficiency. The president-elect said … Read more →
Bank of Ghana to commission new $250 million headquarters on November 20
Posted on | CommentThe Bank of Ghana (BoG) is set to commission its newly constructed headquarters, named “The Bank Square,” on November 20 in Accra. President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo will be the special guest of honour at the ceremony, scheduled to start … Read more →
People fear Ghana’s 2024 elections will be less peaceful – British High Commissioner
Posted on | CommentThe British High Commissioner to Ghana, Harriet Thompson, has revealed some Ghanaians fear that the December 7 elections may not be peaceful as compared to previous ones. According to her, interactions with key stakeholders and “a range of people” indicate … Read more →
Cost of dialysis to be covered by NHIS for all patients from December 1 – Bawumia
Posted on | CommentThe flagbearer of the NPP Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has announced that with effect from December 1, dialysis will be free for all patients in the country. Dr Bawumia said treatment for kidney disease will be covered under the National Health … Read more →
Cocoa bag now GHc3,100
Posted on | CommentCocoa farmers have received a welcome boost as President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo announced an increase in the producer price of cocoa for the 2024/2025 crop season. The new price of GHC3,100 per 64kg bag represents a 0.03% rise from … Read more →
Read Kamala Harris’ full concession speech after losing White House race to Trump
Posted on | CommentDemocrat Kamala Harris conceded the 2024 US Presidential election to Republican Donald Trump. However, in her concession speech before a crowd of supporters in Washington DC, Harris said though she has conceded the election, she has not conceded “the fight … Read more →
Australia plans social media ban for under-16s
Posted on | CommentAustralia’s government says it will introduce “world-leading” legislation to ban children under 16 from social media. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the proposed laws, to be tabled in parliament next week, were aimed at mitigating the “harm” social media was … Read more →
Western Region honours Akufo-Addo with a towering statue
Posted on | CommentA towering statue has been unveiled at Sekondi in the Western Region to honor President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, recognizing his administration’s contributions to region’s development. The monument, prominently placed in front of the Effia-Nkwanta Regional Hospital, was revealed during … Read more →
Inflation for October up slightly to 22.1%
Posted on | CommentThe inflation rate for October 2024 has gone up marginally to 22.1%, compared to 21.5% in September. The government’s statistician, Prof. Samuel Kobina Annim told the media in Accra on Wednesday that this is driven by increases in both food and … Read more →
Akufo-Addo congratulates Trump
Posted on | CommentPresident Nana AddoDankwa Akufo-Addo has congratulated Donald Trump on his election as President of the United States. President Akufo-Addo in a statement said Ghana stands ready to work alongside Mr Trump and his administration. “Warm congratulations to you on your … Read more →
Trump prepares to appoint top jobs after Harris vows to help transition
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Donald Trump declares ‘magnificent victory’ in speech to jubilant supporters
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Police refute claims Salifu Amoako’s son is not kept at Osu Correctional Centre
Posted on | CommentThe Ghana Police Service has disputed claims that Salifu Amoako’s son, the 16-year-old suspect in East Legon’s accident is not being held at the Osu Correctional Centre. The police in a statement on November 5 explained that the suspect following … Read more →
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