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Power Outages Being Resolved – Neil Owusu writes
In recent times we have been grappling with erratic power outages. These unpredictable and frustrating disruptions of electricity supply has been attributed to various factors including aging infrastructure, maintenance issues, transmission challenges, illegal connections to name a few. This unwelcome guest has left Ghanaians and businesses in the dark and seeking answers. However, amidst this […]
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General
Somanya Polyclinic shuts down units during power outages due to inefficient generator
Some critical units of Somanya Polyclinic in the Eastern Region are shut down whenever there is a power outage in the area. Kafui Wuttor, Head of Administration for Somanya Polyclinic, noted that the hospital’s generator has limited capacity and cannot power the entire facility, causing disruptions to other essential services including the laboratory. Kafui Wuttor […]
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Editors Pick
‘Dumsor’ vigil to hit Accra
‘Dumsor’ Vigil to hit Accra After what organizers and patrons described as a successful Kumasi edition, plans are underway to bring the ‘Dumsor’ Vigil to the capital city, Accra. Explaining the reason behind the decision to replicate the same vigil that took place in Kumasi on April 17, 2024, Henry Osei Akoto, one of the […]
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General
President Akufo-Addo inaugurates 15KW VRA Solar Power Plant at Kaleo
By Sualah Abdul-wahab President Akufo-Addo has inaugurated a 15KW Solar Power Plant phase two project at Kaleo in the Nadowli-Kaleo District of the Upper West Region. The plant constructed by the Volta River Authority with support from the German Development Bank is expected to increase Ghana’s and VRA’s generation capacity and diversity by adding more […]
Business
NDC will create women millionaires through establishment of Women’s Bank – Jane Opoku-Agyemang
Professor Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang, running mate to National Democratic Congress (NDC) flag bearer John Mahama, announced plans to create women entrepreneurs and millionaires through the strategic establishment of a Women Development Bank. “We will actively pursue the establishment of a Women Development Bank to nurture and grow women-owned, women-led businesses,” Opoku Agyemang stated. “Women […]
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Business
Stanbic executive calls for involvement of financial institutions in wholesale electricity market
Sydney Nii Ayitey Tetteh, Executive Vice President, Energy and Infrastructure at Stanbic Bank Ghana, has emphasized the important role of financial institutions in the soon to be implemented wholesale electricity market. He made this statement at the Electricity Market Conference held at the Volta Residence, Akuse in the Eastern Region. The Electricity Market Conference had […]
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Featured
Rebranding of Ameri Power Plants an attempt to hoodwink voters – Edudzi
Godwin Edudzi Tameklo, the Director of Legal Directorate for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has expressed concerns about the government’s alleged plan to rename the Ameri Power Plant as the Kumasi 1 Thermal Power Plant. The Volta River Authority in a recent Facebook post announced the commissioning of the Kumasi 1 Thermal Power Plant (K1TPP) […]
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Editorial
Editorial: Intensify AfCFTA education to rope in more women and youth
There is a lack of detailed information on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) among women and youth in business, a situational analysis conducted by the Aya Institute for Women, Politics and Media, has found. While information about the protocol has primarily reached technical experts and businesses, women and youth in the micro, small […]
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Energy
K1TPP: There’s absolutely nothing wrong with renaming AMERI plants – Energy Analyst
Energy analyst and Executive Director of the Institute for Energy Security (IES), Nana Amoasi VII, has stated that the government did no wrong in renaming the AMERI power plants to Kumasi 1 Thermal Power Plant (K1TPP). He said the renaming of the Africa and Middle East Resource Investment (AMERI) plants to Kumasi 1 Thermal Power […]
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Business
Ghanaian women will benefit more from Mahama’s 24-hour economy – Shirley Naana
Shirley Naana Ampem, the Eastern Regional Women’s Organizer for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has stated that Ghanaian women will be one of the major beneficiaries of John Dramani Mahama’s proposed 24-hour economy policy. According to her, the policy could significantly boost economic opportunities for women, particularly in the night market economy and key industries […]
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Business
CEO of IPGG calls for strategic planning in power generation and distribution framework
The CEO of the Independent Power Generators, Ghana (IPGG), Dr. Elikplim Kwabla Apetorgbor is advocating strategic planning in our power generation and distribution framework. He says that the focus of IPGG is on enhancing efficiency through advanced technologies and better planning strategies. In a statement, Mr Apetorgbor said “We are dedicated to working collaboratively with […]
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Energy
Akufo-Addo to recommission AMERI power plants commissioned under Mahama – John Jinapor
Ranking member of the Mines and Energy Committee of Parliament and MP for the Yapei-Kusawgu constituency, John Abdulai Jinapor, has stated that the NDC will no longer countenance attempts by the Akufo-Addo-Bawumia government to rename projects commissioned under former President John Dramani Mahama. Mr. Jinapor’s comments follow reports that the government is set to commission […]
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Editors' picks
Women in PR unveils top 10 PR Women for 2023
Women in PR Ghana (WiPR) is excited to unveil the Top 10 Women in PR for the year 2023. This prestigious recognition, which is in its 7th year, celebrates the remarkable contributions of women in the field of Public Relations, highlighting their innovative strategies, impactful campaigns and dedication to the growth of the industry. The […]
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Features
Addressing challenges in power sector
… experts perspectives from “the dialogue“ The power sector in Ghana has been plagued by persistent challenges, including electricity crises that have had significant ramifications on the nation’s economy and livelihoods. In recognition of the urgency to address these issues, The Dialogue, a platform created by the Graduate Students Association (GRASAG) National Secretariat is dedicated […]
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Energy
Ghana could lose power export market should President’s directive continue – Nana Amoasi VII
The Executive Director for the Institute for Energy Security (IES), Nana Amoasi VII, has cautioned that Ghana could lose the electricity export market if President Akufo-Addo’s directive to curtail power continues. President Akudo-Addo, in a letter to the Volta River Authority (VRA), ordered the retention of power exports for domestic use in response to the […]
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Opinion
Ghana needs an anti-harassment policy to protect women online [Article]
“Men were sending me photos of their private parts with inappropriate messages. Some would call you at odd hours of the day and all these made me very uncomfortable so I was forced to close my Facebook account,” says 30-year-old banker Ama Asante. As far as she remembers, she only actively made posts about trending […]
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Celebrity News
“Women with God-given talent are a worthy investment” – Celestine Donkor- Celestine Donkor
Gospel singer Celestine Donkor believes that women, especially those with musical talent, deserve more investment. In an interview on Property FM, Celestine Donkor argued that investing in women leads to greater returns. Donkor acknowledges the challenges women face in the music industry. However, she insists that women with God-given talent are a worthy investment. […]
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Banking & Finance
Investing in women: Our journey towards a more equitable society
By Mansa NETTEY The third month of every year, March has become a canvas on which the pertinent issues of women empowerment and inclusion are laid bare and deliberated upon. There’s a flurry of initiatives aimed at investing in women and inspiring inclusion whiles the achievements of those who have accomplished impressive feats are heralded […]
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Gomoa Budumburam Demolition: Pregnant woman dead, two-year-old son in critical condition
A tragic incident unfolded at Gomoa Budumburam as a pregnant woman lost her life and her two-year-old son is in critical condition after her house was demolished during a mass demolition exercise. The mother, identified only as Serwaa, tragically lost her life after being rushed to St Gregory Hospital, while her son fights for his […]
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