No 19 Accra Bar and Restaurant was the venue for the maiden edition of the bartenders masterclass organized as part of the prestigious Ghana Beverage Awards (GBA), bringing the nomination phase to a successful close. The uniquely curated activity, instituted as part of efforts to groom young talents for the bartending profession and retool already […] The post Successful
Bold to Defend, a non-governmental organization, has reached out to school children in Mepe in the Volta Region, presenting teaching and learning materials. The gesture was part of efforts to support victims of the Akosombo Dam spillage in 2023. The spillage resulted in the loss of properties and the displacement of many. Figures from the […] The post ‘Bold to Defend’
The Ghana Association of Sports Betting Operators (GHASBO) has supported five communities affected by the recent dam spillage in the Lower Volta region. In collaboration with its member operators, GHASBO organized a donation drive to provide much-needed relief items to those impacted by the environmental disaster. The donation drive, on February 20, 2024, saw GHASBO […] The post Sports
The Minority Caucus in Parliament has warned that it will not tolerate any further attempts to delay the approval of the bill on the promotion of proper human sexual rights and Ghanaian family values, commonly known as the anti-gay bill. Last week, ahead of the third reading and potential passage of the bill, Deputy Majority […] The post We won’t tolerate
Reverend Father Ernest Obeng of Saint Paul’s Anglican Parish of Akuapem–Mampong, in the Akuapem North municipality of Estern region has attributed low esteem, lack of confidence and lack of sense of responsibility among many children in Ghana to violence. According to the Akuapem-Mampong Parish Priest, who doubles as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Addo […] The post ‘Violence is a
DSL, last year’s winner Charter House, the organisers of the annual Ghana Music Awards (GMA), has officially opened nominations for underground artistes to submit their entries for the prestigious Read More... The post 25th GMA Unsung Category Opens appeared first on
The Sophisticated, High-Networth & Excellence (SHE) Global Awards, a Dubai-based, annual business ceremony to honour successful women change-makers, has selected Accra-Ghana as the destination to host the fifth edition of the prestigious event slated for 12th -13th April, 2024. The awards, which are organised by the publishers of Ladies in Business Magazine Global, in the […] The post Accra
The Art of Leadership The leadership of Jesus had turned non-entities into great achievers! Through the influence of Jesus, they laid the foundations of the Christian Church with their Read More... The post Leaders Help Others
The Office of the President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa, has stated that the country will hold national and provincial elections on May 29, 2024. Ramaphosa’s ruling African National Congress (ANC) party is expected to face a tough challenge to retain its parliamentary majority in the country’s seventh democratic election since the end of the […] The post South Africa
The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMA) has once again absolved itself of blame for the Akosombo dam spillage disaster. Over 30,000 people were displaced after the Volta River Authority (VRA) spilled excess water from the Akosombo and Kpong dams in September 2023. Stakeholders questioned the data-sharing system between the GMA and VRA; however, the Director-General of […] The post We
Local, regional, state, and national dignitaries gathered to honour iconic American singer Usher at an event sponsored by Amazon. Celebrating the 25th anniversary of his New Look Foundation at Clark Atlanta University, Usher was recognized for his musical achievements and his impactful humanitarian work. Mayor Andre Dickens presented him with the Phoenix Award, while […] The post Usher
Ghana’s 67th Independence Day Celebration has been launched in the Eastern Regional Capital, Koforidua. This year’s celebration, which will be held at the newly commissioned Koforidua Youth Resource Center, is under the theme “Our Democracy, Our Pride.” The President of Ivory Coast, Alassane Dramane Ouattara, will be the special guest of honour for the anniversary […] The post Ghana’s
The International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) has made a strong case for collaborative efforts in addressing pressing challenges affecting Ghanaian farmers. IFDC underscored the importance of individuals in the agricultural value chain embracing the spirit of collaboration towards the shared goal of agricultural transformation in the country. The Director of IFDC, Enabling Impact Program, Dr. […] The post IFDC
The Minister of Food and Agriculture, Bryan Acheampong, has reiterated the government’s commitment to providing funding for farmers affected by the Akosombo Dam spillage in October 2023. The government pledged a $40 million relief package for the affected farmers on October 28, 2023, to help restore livelihoods in the areas affected by the floods. The […] The post Akosombo
Some football lovers in Accra went on a street demonstration yesterday, against the Ghana Football Association (GFA), over the fallen standard of the game in the country. Dubbed ‘Save Ghana Football,’ the protesters demanded change at the GFA, citing the consistent and fast nose-diving of all football activities in the country. The demonstration was led […] The post Soccer lovers spew out venom on GFA
By Philip Gebu The 2024 edition of National Chocolate Day was scheduled from 9 to 14 February. It is on the theme: “Eat Chocolate, stay healthy, grow Ghana” and sub-themed: “Explore Ghana, eat chocolate. Some activities scheduled for the celebration include a visitation to the Chief Imam, the Central and Cantonments Mosques, as well as […] The post
By Evelyn ARTHUR, Tema Managing Director of Cocoa Processing Company Ltd, PLC, Kojo Ofori-Safo, has indicated that the company has produced more than enough chocolate and cocoa based products for the Ghanaian market and beyond. According to him, the company aims to produce about 3,000 metric tonnes of chocolate this year translating into over 40 […] The post CPC
The Minister for Local Government and Rural Development, Dan Kwaku Botwe, has urged local assemblies not to solely rely on the District Assembly Common Fund for their development. Mr. Botwe admonished that district assemblies should consider improving their internally generated revenues to complement the District Assembly Common Fund Speaking at the inauguration of the Kumasi […] The post Assemblies
Police in northern India have fired tear gas to prevent thousands of protesting farmers demanding minimum crop prices from marching on Delhi. The capital is ringed by razor wire, cement blocks and fencing on three sides to keep protests at bay. The government fears a repeat of 2020 – dozens died in a year-long protest […] The post Farmers’
On Wednesday, February 14, 2024, the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre(AICC) will host the biggest Valentine’s Day concert. Dubbed Vitamilk Love Night, the concert is hosted by legendary Contemporary Highlife musician Kwabena Kwabena and iconic Afro-pop songstress Becca. Ahead of the concert, the two musicians organized a special rehearsal session. The rehearsal […] The post Vitamilk
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