Canan, a name that evokes images of a promised land in the Bible. But for the people of Canan, a small island community in the Afram Plains, Eastern Region of Ghana, the reality is quite the opposite. Canan’s estimated population of 1,000 predominantly immigrant residents from Ningo Prampram is struggling with a lack of essential […] The post E/R:
Afrobeat icon King Promise made Ghana proud with a magnificent performance at the Tipsy Unicorn Beach House on April 26, 2024, in Singapore. The magnificent performance marked the launch of King Promise’s Asia Tour. A video obtained by GhanaWeekend shows the “Terminator” monster hitmaker enchanting the tumultuous crowd with a world-class set. He belted out […] The post King
Beatrice Annan, the spokesperson for the John Mahama campaign team, has criticised the Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, for lacking pride in the economic credentials of his government. During an interview on Eyewitness News with Umaru Sanda Amadu on Thursday, April 25, 2024, Mrs Annan expressed her disappointment in Dr Bawumia’s handling of his government’s […] The post Bawumia
At least 33 people have been killed over three days of heavy rains and flash flooding in Afghanistan, according to the government’s disaster management department. “From Friday onwards, because of the rains there were flash floods which caused high human and financial losses,” department spokesman Janan Sayeq said on Sunday. “The primary information shows that, […] The post 33
As the producer of Mayhem, a Ghanaian true crime podcast that has captivated audiences with its gripping stories which once shook Ghana to its core, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the evolution of this podcast firsthand. Reflecting on the journey thus far, it’s been a rollercoaster ride of highs and lows, challenges and triumphs, […] The post Reflecting on Mayhem, a Ghanaian
A Nigerian, Ms. Toni Adeleke has emerged as President of International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) Africa Region. Adeleke, who is the immediate past National Secretary of Nigeria Association of Social Workers (NASoW) was elected at the election held on Tuesday in Panama. DAILY POST correspondent reports that this is the first time a Nigerian […] The post Nigerian female social
A few positives came from the recent friendlies of the Black Stars in Morocco. Despite the team failing to pick a win against Nigeria and Uganda, one of the bright sparks was seeing young players get an opportunity with the national team. Ebenezer Annan received a late call-up and replaced the injured Gideon Mensah in […] The post Throwing the light on newly inducted Black Stars first
Ghanaian comic actor, Bismark Ofori, also known as Kyekyeku, was overwhelmed with emotion when actress Vivian Jill generously donated a sum of GH¢10,000 to him. The gift, she said, was to support the premiere of his latest movie, “1957”. Tears streamed down Kyekyeku’s face, who was taken aback by the unexpected gesture of support from […] The post Vivian Jill supports colleague
The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC), in collaboration with the governments of Norway and Germany (implemented by GIZ), has launched the third edition of Kofi Annan Peace and Security (KAPS) Forum 2024. The two-day event, which is scheduled to take place at the centre in Accra-Ghana on February 27 and 28 is on […] The post 3rd edition of KAPS 2024 forum launched in
The Okyehene, Osagyefuo Ofori Panin, has given out acres of land to the Youth Employment Agency (YEA) for Youth in Agriculture project. The release of the land is in fulfilment of a promise he made to the YEA during a discussion with the former CEO. The Okyehene made the declaration of the release of the […] The post Okyehene fulfils promise; releases lands to YEA for Youth
Ms Kathleen Addy, the Chairperson of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has appealed to the citizenry to help sustain the prevailing peace in the country. “We want peace in Ghana, because we don’t have anywhere to go,” she said. Ms Addy made the appeal at a community engagement on Preventing and Containing Violent […] The post Ghanaians must sustain prevailing
The Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has completed a study dubbed – “Time Release” – to assess the average time goods under customs are cleared at the various ports and frontiers of Ghana. The study, conducted between September 2022 and 2024 was done at the Tema Port, Kotoka International Airport, Aflao and Paga borders, to […] The post GRA
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Abuakwa North, Gifty Twum-Ampofo, has lauded Ms. Abena Gyamera, the Municipal Director of Education for Abuakwa North, for her dedication towards efficient and effective education in the area. According to the lawmaker, who doubles as a Deputy Minister for Education in charge of Technical and Vocational Education Training, Ms. […] The post Abuakwa North
Switzerland, through its State Secretariat for Migration, is partnering the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) to host a two-week Migration Management Course. In her opening remarks, Swiss Ambassador to Ghana Simone Giger began by quoting Amy Pope, Director General-International Organisation for Migration, who said: “Migration is a transformational force that can facilitate innovation, […] The post
Parliament has directed the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MOFA) to provide compensation to farmers who suffered losses due to the avian influenza or Bird Flu outbreak between 2015 and 2018. The 2022 Auditor General’s Report has revealed that a significant portion of the allocated compensation funds, exceeding GH¢1.8 million, remains unutilized in the Ministry’s […] The post Disburse
Good morning members of the media. I warmly welcome you again to the Office of the Special Prosecutor. One of the contemporary legal problems that confront us is the movement and the stashing of large sums of cash – with its attendant likelihood of distorting economies. Ordinarily, it is not unlawful for a person to […] The post Why OSP has discontinued with
Three farmers aged between 69 and 28 years have been granted GH₵300,000 bail by an Accra Circuit Court after pleading not guilty to the charges of conspiracy to commit a crime and fraudulent translation of land. Nii Tettey Ayikai, alias Numo Ali, 69, Daniel Tettey 28, and Edward Laryea also known as Okomfo, 49, secured […] The post 3 farmers dragged to court over alleged fraudulent
Frank Farian, the German singer, songwriter and producer behind eurodisco hit-machine Boney M, pop duo Milli Vanilli and numerous other chart-topping acts has died aged 82, his agency has announced. Born Franz Reuther in Kirn, western Germany, he started his career as a solo musician and enjoyed a hit with a Schlager version of the country […] The post Founder of Pop group Boney
Vivian Jill Kumawood actress, Vivian Jill Lawrence, has disclosed how a pastor nearly caused an irreparable damage to her relationship with her eldest child’s father. Speaking on Emelia Brobbey’s Okukuseku Read More... The post Pastor Almost Destroyed My Family
Actress Vivian Jill Lawrence for the first time had a sit down to reveal a lot about her life that she’s previously kept under wraps. In a tell-all interview, Jill said she got pregnant at age 15 and delivered her first child. She said she welcomed a 2nd child later in life but through it […] The post I Gave Birth to My First Son at 15 – Vivian Jill Reveals her Life Story
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