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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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Confidence in Ghana Police soaring – PRO
Posted on | CommentHead of Public Affairs of the Ghana Police Service Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Cephas Arthur has cautioned the public to desist from giving money to the police, but check them to make sure they discharge their duties properly. He … Read more →
Only 2 exits at Accra Mall? Safety of shoppers and leaseholders questioned
Posted on | CommentA member of Government’s Communication machinery has expressed security concerns over the architectural design of the Accra Mall. According to Samuel George Nettey, the Accra Mall which is one of the busiest shopping centers in the country, is sitting on … Read more →
I only fondled the mentally challenged girl’s breast but didn’t sex her – Accused pleads not guilty
Posted on | CommentA 40-year-old unemployed on Tuesday told an Accra circuit court that he did not have sex with a mentally challenged girl, but fondled her breast. Emmanuel Ashirifi Quarshie charged with carnal knowledge of a female mentally challenged, pleaded not guilty … Read more →
Effect from 1st Jan 2014: Utility tariffs to go up 9.7 % & 6.80% respectively
Posted on | CommentThe Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced new tariff figures to hit the country commencing 1st January, 2014 with Electricity increased 9.7% and water 6.80%PURC has stated that the latest adjustment is as a result of the full implementation of … Read more →
AGAIN?: Zenith Bank Akosombo branch Manager shot dead
Posted on | CommentAnother bank worker has been killed in his home under bizarre circumstances.The 35 year old branch Manager of the Zenith Bank at Akosombo, Kwesi Sekyi Prah was shot dead by unidentified gunmen Monday dawn.This comes after the murder of a … Read more →
IGP to criminals “You can run but you can’t hide”
Posted on | CommentThe Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mohammed Alhassan, says the Police Service will fiercely tackle criminal activities in the country, which usually peaks during the Christmas and New Year holidays. He said the Police remains resolute in its determination to … Read more →
PHOTOS: Samsung launches ‘Galaxy Tab 3 Kids’ in Accra
Posted on | CommentElectronics giant Samsung has launched the Galaxy Tab 3 Kids, a tablet designed specifically for children at a media briefing event at the ‘Santa’s Magical Grotto’ at Accra Mall. The device comes with educational tools and safety features. Pre-loaded with … Read more →
Secondary School Students turn to prostitution for money
Posted on | CommentInvestigations have revealed a worrying trend in which some senior high school girls are engaging in prostitution to take care of their needs. The students claim, they are not getting the financial support they need from their families to get … Read more →
200 housing project commences in Tamale
Posted on | CommentWorks on the first of 200 two-bedroom housing units worth GH¢3 million, has started at Lahagu a suburb of Tamale Metropolis.The project, which is a social housing scheme under the Community-Led Infrastructure Financing Facility, seeks to assist active productive and … Read more →
BlackBerry makes $4.4 billion loss, 56% drop in revenue in quarter
Posted on | CommentBlackBerry reported a massive $4.4-billion loss in its fiscal third quarter and a 56% drop in revenue in its first quarterly report under new Chairman and Chief Executive John Chen. Despite the results, Chen said on a conference call with analysts … Read more →
2 child kidnappers arrested in Accra
Posted on | CommentTwo persons believed to behind the recent spate of child kidnapping in Accra have been arrested by the Greater Accra Regional Police Command. The two; Ernest Kwabena Koomson and Isaac Ntie were arrested at their hide out at Darkuman in Accra … Read more →
9,800 Ivorian refugees are living in Ghana
Posted on | CommentThe United Nations High Commissioner on Refugees (UNHCR) on Thursday said about 9,800 Ivorian refugees are currently living in Ghana. The UNHCR said of the number, 8,000 are living in three emergency camps in the Western, Brong- Ahafo and Central … Read more →
GYEEDA money – 3 Companies to vomit GH¢55m
Posted on | CommentThree companies that were advanced money by the Ghana Youth Employment and Entrepreneurial Development Agency (GYEEDA) are to refund an amount of GH¢55 million, with interest, to the state. The refund has been necessitated by actions taken by the Minister … Read more →
Doctors to strike soon over market premium
Posted on | CommentThe Ghana Medical Association (GMA) has served notice that there could be a major disruption of services in public hospitals if government implements its decision to scrap the market premium of workers. According to the GMA, its members will not work … Read more →
“No credible evidence” given that British Military was involved in death of Princess Diana
Posted on | CommentThere is “no credible evidence” to support a claim that the British military was involved in the deaths of Princess Diana, her boyfriend and their driver, according to London’s Metropolitan Police. The allegation first surfaced in August, roughly 16 years … Read more →
Over 3,000 workers laid off by mining companies in Ghana – Ghana Mine Workers Union
Posted on | CommentAccording to the Ghana Mine Workers Union, over 3,000 workers have been laid off by the country’s mining companies due to a fall in the world market price for gold. The General Secretary of the Union, Prince William Ankrah, told Joy News … Read more →
38 year old Ghanaian gets life sentence in UK for murdering wife
Posted on | 1 CommentA court in the United Kindgom has sentenced a 38 year old Ghanaian to life imprison for murdering his wife over suspicion she was sleeping with a neighbour. Minta Adiddo is said to have stabbed the wife, Akua Agyeman, 32, … Read more →
Electricity and Water tariffs to go up in January 2014
Posted on | CommentConsumers of water and electricity should brace themselves for yet another increase in utility tariffs which would take effect from the first of January 2014.This was disclosed by the Public Utility Regulatory Commission (PURC) which says it has started the … Read more →
Mandela memorial interpreter convicted of theft
Posted on | CommentThe interpreter at Nelson Mandela’s memorial service has been convicted of theft and once had a string of criminal charges, including murder, laid against him, eNCA reported on Friday.The television news station reported that a murder, attempted murder and kidnapping … Read more →
GH¢15 million lost to fire disasters in 2013 – NADMO gives statistics
Posted on | CommentGhana experienced 478 incidences of fire disasters nationwide in 2013, affecting 11, 766 persons, National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO) said on Thursday.The cost of damage of the fires which included some markets in the cities was estimated at over GH¢15 … Read more →
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