Politics
I’m shocked – Mahama reacts to 22 levies, fees charged for clearing goods at port
John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has expressed his astonishment at the multitude of levies and fees imposed on goods cleared at the ports. Addressing members of the Ghana Union Traders Association (GUTA), Mahama highlighted the financial burden faced by importers, particularly citing the example of a 2023 Lexus vehicle. […]
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Economy
African economies projected to grow by 3.4% in 2024
but faster and more equitable growth needed to reduce poverty Increased private consumption and declining inflation are supporting an economic rebound in sub-Saharan Africa. However, the recovery remains fragile due to uncertain global economic conditions, growing debt service obligations, frequent natural disasters and escalating conflict and violence, according to the World Bank’s latest Africa’s Pulse […]
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Opinion
Racism in LGBTQ+
“On Transgender Day of Visibility, we honor the extraordinary courage and contributions of transgender Americans and reaffirm our Nation’s commitment to forming a more perfect Union — where all people are created equal and treated equally throughout their lives. I am proud that my Administration has stood for justice from the start, working to […]
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General News
2 females, 9 males in court over alleged narcotic offences
Two females and nine males between the ages of 18 and 52 years have been hauled before the Accra Circuit Court for unlawful possession of drugs. They are Ethel Anaab, 28 a trader, Daniel Tetteh Botchway, 52 a farmer, Ruth Botchway, 20 a trader, Kofi Nti, 29 a driver and Benette Adjei, 29 a chef. […]
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Nigeria
Nigeria electricity customers rise to 12.1 million
The total number of electricity customers in Nigeria stood at 12.12 million in the fourth quarter of 2023, data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has shown. The bureau revealed this in its Nigeria electricity report detailing energy bills, revenue generated, and customers by DisCos (Q4 2023), which was published on Monday. “Total customer numbers in […]
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Entertainment News
Burna Boy, Rema win at 2024 iHeart Radio Music Awards
Nigerian singer Burna Boy has finally ended his poor outing at award ceremonies as he clinched the Best African Music Artist at the 2024 iHeart Radio Music Awards in the United States. The 2024 iHeart Radio Music Awards held live on FOX on Monday night and was hosted by rapper Ludacris. Another Nigerian singer, Rema’s […]
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News
Ambulance purchase trial: Richard Jakpa gets new lawyer, case to continue on April 9
Richard Jakpa, the businessman and third accused in the ambulance purchase case has acquired the services of another lawyer after dismissing the previous one due to disagreements over his defence strategy on the case. On Tuesday when the case was called, the former representative of Big Sea Trading Ltd again failed to show up in […]
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Companies
Kwahu Praso Rural Bank ranked best
Kwahu Praso Rural Bank Limited has been ranked the Best Rural Bank and placed 40th at the 20th Ghana Club 100 Awards for the year, 2023. The award was received on behalf of the bank by the Human Resource Manager, Mr. Bright Mensah Amankwah, who later on presented it to the CEO of the bank, […]
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General News
Akufo-Addo launches Okoe Boye’s Fellow Ghanaians Book
The President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has launched a book chronicling Ghana’s experience with the novel Corona virus. The launch of the book was held on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at the College of Physicians and Surgeons in Accra. Authored by the Minister for Health Designate, Dr. Bernard Okoe Boye, the book is titled Fellow […]
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News
Ambulance purchase trial: Court issues arrest warrant for 3rd accused Richard Jakpa
The Financial and Economic Court 2 of the Accra High Court has issued an arrest warrant for businessman Richard Jakpa. The third accused in the ambulance purchase case failed to show up in court after sending a medical excuse to the clerk. But examining the document, Justice Afia Serwah Asare-Botwe noted that the Excuse Duty […]
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Ambulance trial: Third accused Richard Jakpa sacks his lawyer
The third accused person in the ambulance purchase saga, Richard Jakpa has dismissed his counsel, Thomas Aubynn. On Tuesday, the businessman was expected to open his defense following the Attorney-General’s discontinuation of the case against the second accused, Dr Sylvester Anemana. But when the case was called, lead counsel for the third accused, Lawyer Thomas […]
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Business
Reckless spending to blame for Ghana’s economic woes, not only COVID-19 – Kwaku Kwarteng
Kwaku Kwarteng, the Chairman of the Finance Committee of Parliament, has disagreed with government machinery that Ghana’s economic woes are largely to blame on global events such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war. The Obuasi West MP said reckless public spending and economic mismanagement of past and present governments are also major contributing […]
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Economy
Kwaku Kwarteng attributes current economic crisis to years of reckless expenditure
Kwaku Kwarteng, Chairman of the Finance Committee of Parliament and MP for Obuasi West has attributed Ghana’s current economic crisis to decades of reckless public expenditure and mismanagement by successive governments. In an interview with Accra-based JoyNews, the Obuasi West legislator noted that COVID-19 and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine are not solely responsible for the […]
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Featured
Ato Forson’s trial: AG drops charges against former Health Ministry Director
The Attorney General, Godfred Yeboah Dame, has dropped charges against the second defendant, Dr. Sylvester Anemana, in the Ato Forson ambulance trial. This decision was made on Tuesday, following the Attorney General’s exercise of the Nolle prosequi powers granted to him under Article 88 of the 1992 constitution. Although the document dropping the charges did […]
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Ato Forson’s trial: AG drops charges against former Health Ministry Director
The Attorney General, Godfred Yeboah Dame, has dropped charges against the second defendant, Dr. Sylvester Anemana, in the Ato Forson ambulance trial. This decision was made on Tuesday, following the Attorney General’s exercise of the Nolle prosequi powers granted to him under Article 88 of the 1992 constitution. Although the document dropping the charges did […]
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International
Donald Trump’s first criminal trial set to begin next month
The first-ever criminal trial of a former US president is set to start next month, with Donald Trump defending himself against allegations of conducting a hush-money cover-up. The 77-year-old appeared in court in New York on Thursday, seeking to have the trial dismissed or delayed. But Judge Juan Merchan was not swayed by arguments that […]
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Entertainment News
Drug addiction almost ruined me – Timaya
Renowned Nigerian singer, Timaya, recently opened up about his harrowing struggle with drug addiction, shedding light on a period that nearly derailed his life and career. In a heartfelt revelation, the Afro-dancehall artist shared the profound impact of his journey, serving as both a cautionary tale and an inspiring testament to resilience. In a candid […]
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Columnist
Developing rural education for national development
With over 60% of Ghana’s population living in rural areas, developing rural education to propel national development should be a reason d’ȇtre. Ghana’s rural development requires critical attention. The usual pittance thrown to rural dwellers particularly during electioneering periods are cardinal sins that political parties must desist from and rather pursue lasting solutions to the […]
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