A busineswoman in Accra has been arrested by a taskforce of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) for allegedly failing to issue value added tax (VAT) invoices to customers. Although, her name has been withheld, she is believed to be the owner of chain supermarkets, Ofori Mati Enterprise, dealers in various items including food and drinks … The post Businesswoman lands in
Prestige, a $600-million real estate property that seeks to transform the Accra skyline, is to be constructed at the Airport enclave. The project, which would also help to beautify the skyline of the Airport City, would have facilities such as residential apartments, malls, shops, gym, and playing facilities for children. The facility, being developed by … The post $600m
The country’s year-on-year inflation rate fell to 26.4 per cent in November 2023 from 35.2 in October 2023, the lowest in thirteen months, the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has announced. The November 2023 inflation rate represents 8.8percentage point decrease relative to the rate recorded in October 2023. Month-on-month inflation between October 2023 (0.6 per cent) … The post Inflation falls
Jose Mourinho Roma boss, Jose Mourinho, rued the financial constrains he is bound by at the Serie A club and added that his side’s “reality is different” to that Read More... The post Roma’s Reality Different From City’s – Mourinho
The Ministry of Works and Housing has announced that the government’s initiative to implement an Accra Flood Early Warning System (FEWS) is a crucial component of its efforts to mitigate flooding in the capital. The Sector Minister, Francis Asenso-Boakye, highlighted the government’s commitment to providing necessary resources to all relevant agencies responsible for raising awareness […] The post Works
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abdulai Jinapor, has once again defended the controversial mining lease agreement between Ghana and Barari DV for lithium exploration in Ewoyaa, Central Region. Addressing concerns from Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and stakeholders about perceived unfavourable terms, Jinapor assured that the agreement prioritizes value addition to Ghana’s green […] The post Jinapor
Eight people including two policemen and four Chinese nationals were arrested on Monday by the Rapid Response Unit of the Forestry Commission for allegedly engaging in illegal mining activities in the Krokosua Hills Forest Reserve in the Juaboso Forest District of the Western North Region. The two policemen (names withheld) carrying AK-47 assault rifles and … The post 2
The Christmas is here again! For Ghanaians, it’s not just a festive season but a time when the world comes to Ghana to experience the country’s cultural diversity, hospitality, music, and food. The GenZs will say – It’s a Detty December! With the elevation of the tourism value chain driven by the country’s Year of […] The post A greener ‘Detty
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Ernest Addison yesterday launched the GCB Bank Mobile App with a call on banks to invest and improve on their cyber security infrastructure to enhance resilience against cyber-attacks. He said the advent of digital technologies was the presence of cyber and information technology breaches which if … The post GCB unveils new mobile app appeared first on
Multi-award-winning photojournalist and team lead at Foto4change Foundation, Geoffrey Buta, has presented camera equipment to the Savelugu School for the Deaf in the Northern region. The items donated include a camera, speedlite, tripod, and other accessories for the students at the school. Mr. Buta said the gesture formed part of efforts to support and educate […] The post Photojournalist
The Ghana Mineworkers’ Union (GMWU) of the TUC held its 12th Quadrennial Delegates Conference at Tarkwa in the Western region on December 13, as the mining sector continues to witness massive transformation in its labour market and labour relations landscape. This was amply demonstrated by GMWU General Secretary, Comrade Abdul-Moomin Gbana, when he delivered his […] The post
Supporters of Kennedy Agyapong of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) are urging him to run as an independent candidate in the 2024 elections. This comes after Mr Agyapong lost the NPP’s presidential primary to Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia. Mr Kwabena Yankey, the group’s chairperson, addressing a press conference in Accra on Tuesday, cited Mr … The post Contest
Mr Haruna Iddrisu, the Member of Parliament (MP) for the Tamale South Constituency, says Mr John Dramani Mahama, former president and flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) will win the 2024 general election on free, fair, and credible grounds. He said if Ghanaians were to vote based on their current economic conditions and the … The post Mahama
The Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service has between January and October 2023, secured convictions for nearly 3,000 traffic offenders, contributing to a significant decline in road accidents and fatalities. Notable interventions, including Operation PAILES (Police Anti-Insecure Loading Enforcement Strategy) and Police Invisible Eyes, have contributed to these convictions. Currently, … The post MTTD
The Electoral Commission (EC) will conduct the District Level Elections in the Jasikan and Guan districts on December 19, 2023, the same day as the other districts. Although nominations were not received on the 16th and 17th of November for the election, the C.I. 119 (to be amended) which was laid in Parliament has not … The post EC to hold District Level Elections in
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has described the passage of the Office of Special Prosecutor (OSP) Act as an exercise in futility. The Speaker said the solution to the fight against corruption was not to create another bureaucratic institution, but rather strengthen existing anti-graft agencies. “As for the law you passed on … The post Strengthen existing anti-graft
The Commissioner of the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice, Advocate Joseph Whittal, is urging the government to expedite the passage of the anti-witchcraft bill. He explains that this urgency is due to the hardships faced by women labelled as witches, who cannot endure the associated assault and stigma. He spoke at the commemoration […] The post CHAJ
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) yesterday, donated 200 motorbikes to the Ghana Police Service (GPS) in Accra, to enhance its smooth and effective operation.Presenting the items on behalf of the ECG, the Board Chair, Mr Keli Gadzekpo, said it was to help the GPS to beef up security as the Christmas celebration was fast … The post ECG donates 200 motorbikes to police appeared first on Ghanaian
The Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has launched a business and employment assistance programme, here in Sunyani, to empower young entrepreneurs, to generate employment opportunities for the youth in the country. Initiated by the Youth Employment Agency’s (YEA), as one of its flagship programmes, YEA aims to nurture young entrepreneurs, empower them to generate employment … The post GH¢120m
The Executive Director of the Africa Center for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA), Dr Rasheed Draman, has applauded the Speaker of Parliament’s proposal for stricter measures to address the issue of late attendance to the House among MPs. Mr Alban Bagbin last Friday, stated that starting next year, entry points to the Chamber would be locked at … The post Speaker’s proposal to lock
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