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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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Kasoa Taxi Driver dies after hot sex with side chick
Posted on | CommentA 30-year-old Taxi driver, Akwesi Yeboah, in Kasoa, has lost his life while cooling off with his side chick in a guest house after allegedly taking in some sexual enhancing drugs. According to reports, on Sunday the cabbie lied to … Read more →
Biden to give legal status to 500,000 undocumented spouses
Posted on | CommentPresident Joe Biden is set to announce a new policy that would protect hundreds of thousands of undocumented spouses of US citizens from deportation, according to administration officials. The issue of immigration has proven an election-year headache for Mr Biden, … Read more →
World Bank approves $250m for Energy Sector Recovery Programme
Posted on | CommentThe World Bank has approved a $250 million credit from the International Development Association (IDA) and a $10 million grant from the Energy Sector Management Assistance Programme for a 4-year Ghana Energy Sector Recovery Programme for Results (PforR). The PforR … Read more →
2 Ghanaian pilgrims die in Mecca
Posted on | CommentInformation gathered by this medium indicates that two Ghanaian pilgrims performing this year’s Hajj from Damongo in the Savannah Region have died from health complications in Saudi Arabia. According to reports, the incident occurred on Sunday, June 9, 2024 and Wednesday, … Read more →
Gov’t releases GHC7.4m to clear locked-up medical supplies at Tema Port
Posted on | CommentIn a significant development aimed at resolving a protracted logistical issue, the Ministry of Health has received GHC7.4 million from the government to facilitate the clearance of essential medical supplies that have been stalled at the Tema port for over … Read more →
Unidentified woman beheaded at Tema Community 25
Posted on | CommentShock and disbelief shrouded the arena of Community 25 in Tema as news emerged of a gruesome incident where an unidentified woman was brutally beheaded, sending ripples of fear and anguish through the neighborhood. The victim, described as a young … Read more →
Plans to use Russian funds to raise money for Ukraine
Posted on | CommentTop of the agenda is a plan by the G7 to approve the use of frozen Russian assets to raise billions of dollars for Ukraine. The US proposal – which is expected to be approved – could raise $50bn (£39bn) a … Read more →
Pope Francis heading to G7 to talk about AI
Posted on | CommentThe pope is expected to speak about ethics and being responsible with AI at the world summit This year’s G7 summit is set to kick off tomorrow with leaders from the world’s largest economically strong countries in attendance. This year … Read more →
Deputy Finance Minister plans to tax Facebook, Youtube, online trading companies
Posted on | CommentThe Deputy Finance Minister Dr Alex Ampaabeng, has proposed that online trading companies should be taxed to bolster the economy. He noted that these companies, both local and international, generate significant revenue from their Ghanaian clients, which underscores the necessity … Read more →
Locked up medical supplies are mosquito nets, not TB and HIV drugs – MoH
Posted on | CommentThe Ministry of Health has refuted claims that the locked-up containers from the Global Fund at the Tema port contain essential drugs for tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS. This comes in response to concerns raised by health-focused civil society organisations regarding threats by … Read more →
Council of State Member, Labianca CEO is dead
Posted on | CommentReport coming in indicates that Council of State member cum Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Labianca Company Limited, Eunice Jacqueline Asomah-Hinneh has reportedly passed on. The sad incident allegedly occurred at the International Maritime Hospital (IMAH) in Tema, Greater Accra … Read more →
Ghana to receive 3rd IMF tranche by end of June
Posted on | CommentDirector of Communication at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Julie Kozack, has indicated that Ghana could receive the third tranche of $360 million by the end of this month. Ms Kozack, who gave the assurance at a meeting with the … Read more →
Kofi Kinaata Addresses UN on Migration and His Role as IOM Ghana Goodwill Ambassador
Posted on | CommentNew York, May 21, 2024 – At the ongoing ‘International Dialogue on Migration’ held at the United Nations Headquarters, renowned Ghanaian musician Kofi Kinaata delivered a compelling speech to high-level delegates from around the world. In his address, Kinaata reflected … Read more →
Don’t be TikTok ‘tokes’ – Archbishop Palmer-Buckle to the youth
Posted on | CommentThe Archbishop of Cape Coast, Most Rev. Charles Gabriel Palmer-Buckle, has urged the youth to be mindful of the things they watch on social media in order to put their time to productive use. He expressed concern that many youths … Read more →
OSP probes Nana Oye over South Africa mansion
Posted on | CommentAmidst a contentious legal battle between former Minister Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, formerly known as Nana Oye Lithur, and her ex-husband Tony Lithur, the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has launched an investigation into corruption-related allegations surrounding a property … Read more →
Nana Oye sues ex-husband Tony Lithur, demands US$1.5 million in damages
Posted on | CommentNana Oye Bampoe Addo, a former Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, has sued her ex-husband Mr Tony Lithur, for libel over their divorce petition filed on May 2, 2018. The two were customarily married on April 14, 1991, … Read more →
Mallam-Kasoa flood: We’re working to find solutions – Weija-Gbawe Assembly
Posted on | CommentThe Weija-Gbawe Municipal Assembly has disclosed that it is constructing storm drains to help resolve the rampant traffic gridlocks that often characterise the Mallam-Weija Highway anytime it rains. The Municipal Engineer, Dr Daniel Sowah, told the host of the Citi Breakfast … Read more →
Africa’s economy to hit $16.3tn by 2050 – Wamkele Mene
Posted on | CommentThe Secretary General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Wamkele Mene, has disclosed that Africa is projected to be the 8th largest global economy with an estimated $16.3 trillion by the year 2050. Speaking during day one … Read more →
Microsoft to shut Africa Development Centre in Nigeria
Posted on | CommentMicrosoft (MSFT.O) is closing down its Africa Development Centre in the continent’s most populous nation Nigeria, which will lead to job losses, a spokesperson said on Wednesday. The centre, based in the commercial capital Lagos was opened in 2022 as … Read more →
Gaza war: US bomb delay biggest warning yet for Israel
Posted on | CommentThe United States is the one country that has real leverage over Israel. And yet, throughout the war in Gaza, Israel has chosen to ignore much of the advice of its closest ally. The US government says its support for … Read more →
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