Despite the Ministry of Finance’s directive to suspend the contentious 15 percent Value Added Tax (VAT) on electricity, the Greater Accra Regional branch of Organised Labour of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) remains unwavering in its decision to proceed with its planned protest. On February 7, 2024, the Ministry of Finance issued instructions to the […] The post Organised
As Ghana embarks on implementing its ambitious 24-hour economy policy, the potential for economic growth and development is immense. This policy aims to stimulate economic activities round the clock, creating jobs, and fostering a vibrant, inclusive economy. However, to sustain this growth, enhancing tax revenue is crucial. This opinion statements outlines the strategic approaches to […] The post Enhancing
In the latest issue of The New World magazine, we feature Nana Abor Atta II, the Chief of Gomoa Fetteh and Twafohen of Gomoa Asin Traditional Council, as a Read More... The post “Nana Abor Atta II: A Visionary Leader Transforming
The Ghana Police Service has interdicted a Police officer, № 49187 General Corporal Wise Bessey, stationed at the Takoradi District Police Command, for an alleged assault on a member of the public in Takoradi in the Western Region. The interdiction is to allow for a thorough investigation into the incident and the professional conduct of […] The post Police officer
Ofosu Asamoah The Executive Secretary of the National Labour Commission (NLC), Ofosu Asamoah, has described the ongoing strike by labour unions in the educational sector as ‘unjustified’ and ‘unnecessary’. Read More... The post ‘Your Strike Is Needless’ appeared first on
The Executive Secretary of the National Labour Commission (NLC), Ofosu Asamoah, has lashed out at the labour unions within the educational sector currently on strike, describing their action as ‘unmeritorious’ and ‘needless’. Senior Staff Association of Universities of Ghana, Federation of Universities Senior Staff (FUSSAG), Teachers and Educational Workers Union of Ghana (TEWU) and the […] The post Strike
What is this institution known as National Teaching Council (NTC), embodying strength, diplomacy, and authenticity? Day and night, I tirelessly endeavoured to put my content together to fulfil the requirements of the ten essays for the Ghana Teacher Prize. After school, without hesitation, I would rush to my computer to pour my heart into narrating […] The post My
Organised Labour says it will meet to determine its next line of action after the deadline for the government to withdraw the electricity tax elapses. Organised Labour last week asked the government to withdraw the electricity tax expected to be implemented this year. The government said the tax was aimed at helping its COVID-19 recovery […] The post We’ll
…as CIBA endorses proposed policy Former president, John Dramani Mahama, has said he will initiate an Accelerated Export Development Programme as part of the 24-hour Economy Policy implementation when voted into power. He explained that the programme will be coordinated from the presidency in order to give it the requisite support due to the critical […] The post 24-hour
Extensive dialogue will be held with Organised Labour and other key stakeholders in the coming weeks on the VAT on electricity, the Ministry of Finance has said. The stakeholder dialogue, as stated by the Finance Ministry in its statement dated January 30, 2024, is aimed at ensuring stakeholder buy-in. Organised Labour has kicked against the […] The post VAT
Extensive dialogue will be held with Organised Labour and other key stakeholders in the coming weeks on the VAT on electricity, the Ministry of Finance has said. The stakeholder dialogue, as stated by the Finance Ministry in its statement dated January 30, 2024, is aimed at ensuring stakeholder buy-in. Organised Labour has kicked against the […] The post VAT
Former Greater Accra Youth Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Moses Abor, has expressed confidence in beating the Greater Accra Regional Minister, Henry Quartey with 70 percent of the votes in Ayawaso Central. Speaking to Citi News after casting his ballot, the optimistic Moses Abor indicated that the wind of victory is blowing all […] The post #NPPDecides: I’ll
Lekzy DeComic Stand-up comedy fans are invited to a historic comedy event dubbed “Lekzy Club Tour-Lov-Ter Edition” on Saturday, February 17 at the Calendars, Takoradi, in the Western Region. Read More... The post Lekzy Club Tour Hits Takoradi appeared first on
The Ghana Federation of Labour (GFL) has called for a discussion on the possibility of increasing the retirement age from 60 to 65 years. The federation argues that it is timely for stakeholders to engage in a conversation about extending the retirement age, providing an opportunity for healthy retirees to continue contributing to the workforce. […] The post Ghana
The Ghana Association of University Administrators (GAUA) has activated its advertised intention to embark on an indefinite nationwide strike action, effective Monday, January 29, 2024. The indefinite strike by GAUA aims to emphasize its dissatisfaction with the government’s disregard in resolving their welfare issues. In a statement issued on January 23, 2024, GAUA said the […] The post University
The National Labour Commission (NLC) is expected to meet with the leadership of the Senior Staff Association of Public Universities in Ghana (SSA-UoG) and the Federation of Universities Senior Staff (FUSSAG) today regarding their ongoing strike. The unions initiated the strike last Wednesday, citing the government’s failure to address concerns related to pensions and the […] The post NLC
Bice Osei-Kuffour aka Obour Scores of Delegates and Coordinators of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for the Asante Akyem South Constituency in the Ashanti Region have rejected the claims Read More... The post Asante Akyem South NPP Delegates Root For Obour
The President of the University Teachers Association of Ghana, University of Ghana chapter, and lecturer at the University of Ghana, Prof. Ransford Gyampo, has stated that in the 2024 general elections, labour unions will vote with hunger and anger. This follows an appeal made by former President John Mahama, who is running for office again, […] The post 2024
233times.net has launched its project dubbed ‘Vision Project’ to support initiatives and businesses of members of the Ghana Blind Union (GBU) in Sekondi-Takoradi and Effia Kwesimintsim Municipal Assembly. Speaking Read More... The post Sek-Tadi Blind Union Get Grants appeared first
…as GPHA partners 1st Battalion of Infantry to train security staff Worldwide, maritime trade and cargoes are increasingly being targetted by organised criminal conspiracies and individuals involved in smuggling, cargo-theft and terrorism. This has made the safety and security of port property and workers even more crucial. Which is why the Ghana Ports and Harbours […] The post
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