63 h. ago Ghana’s youth losing hope due to economic mismanagement and corruption – Dr Yamson

The Chairman of the National Economic Dialogue Planning Committee, Dr Ishmael Yamson, has warned that Ghana’s youth are losing confidence in the country due to economic mismanagement and corruption.

Politics

5 d. ago Frontline for Climate Action enhances advocacy and resource mobilisation capabilities through WACSI training

In a significant move to strengthen climate resilience efforts, Frontline for Climate Action actively participated in a four-day Advocacy and Resource Mobilisation Training for Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Ghana.

Politics

5 d. ago Ghana’s Auditor General Faces Backlash as Financial Losses Top GH¢10.2 Billion Amid Anti

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-auditor-general-faces-backlash-as-financial-losses-top-gh%c2%a210-2-billion-amid-anti-corruption-reversal/A staggering GH¢10.2 billion in public funds has been lost through financial irregularities since 2019, according to Auditor General reports, reigniting scrutiny over the office’s retreat from aggressive anti-corruption measures once championed by former Auditor General Daniel Yao Domelevo. The revelations have sparked outrage among civil society groups and raised questions about political interference in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-auditor-general-faces-backlash-as-financial-losses-top-gh%c2%a210-2-billion-amid-anti-corruption-reversal/

Economics

6 d. ago Ghana’s Oil Revenue Projects Face Delays Amid Calls for Structural Reform

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-oil-revenue-projects-face-delays-amid-calls-for-structural-reform/A recent panel convened by Ghana’s Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) has exposed systemic challenges in managing petroleum revenue-funded projects, with officials urging urgent legislative reforms to curb inefficiencies and politicized spending. The discussion, titled “A Comprehensive Look at PIAC’s Inspection of Petroleum Revenue-Funded Projects in 2024,” brought together technical experts and civil society representatives who […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-oil-revenue-projects-face-delays-amid-calls-for-structural-reform/

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6 d. ago Madina NDC Congratulates Kenzo, Praises Mahama for Choosing Competence and Experience to Man Affairs of VRA

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://newsghana.com.gh/madina-ndc-congratulates-kenzo-praises-mahama-for-choosing-competence-and-experience-to-man-affairs-of-vra/The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Madina Constituency has extended heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Kenzo on his appointment as the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Volta River Authority (VRA). The party also commended president John Dramani Mahama for his commitment to selecting competent and experienced individuals to lead critical national institutions. In a […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://newsghana.com.gh/madina-ndc-congratulates-kenzo-praises-mahama-for-choosing-competence-and-experience-to-man-affairs-of-vra/

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8 d. ago Civil Society Group dismisses claims of mismanagement and corruption against VRA

The Forum for Development and Accountable Governance (FDAG) has refuted allegations against the Volta River Authority (VRA) and its Acting CEO, Ing. Edward Obeng-Kenzo, stating that their independent investigation has found no evidence to support claims of corruption, financial mismanagement, or discrimination at the organization.

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1 week ago Civil society group dismisses allegations of mismanagement and corruption against VRA and its acting CEO

The Forum for Development and Accountable Governance (FDAG) has refuted allegations against the Volta River Authority (VRA) and its Acting CEO, Ing. Edward Obeng-Kenzo, stating that their independent investigation has found no evidence to support claims of corruption, financial mismanagement, or discrimination at the organization. FDAG asserts that the allegations are baseless, providing a thorough […]

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1 week ago 40 CSOs trained to strengthen proposal development for climate change funding

Forty Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) from 10 networks in Ghana have participated in training designed to enhance their capacity to create high-quality proposals for climate change projects, boosting their opportunities to secure funding from the Green Climate Fund and other climate finance sources.

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2 w. ago VRA Ladies Association refutes allegations against Acting CE Obeng Kenzo

The Ladies Association of VRA has denied and distanced itself from recent media publications suggesting the its disapproval of Edward Obeng Kenzo as Acting Chief Executive.

Events

2 w. ago Some VRA workers reject potential appointment of Kenzo as acting CEO

Some workers of the Vola River Authority (VRA) have rejected the appointment of Ekow Obeng Kenzo as the Acting Chief Executive Officer. At a press conference in Accra on Tuesday February 18, 2025,  the group of workers, led by Jacob Amartey said that Mr. Kenzo allegedly stands accused of ordering the opening of the Akosombo […]

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2 w. ago Assibey Antwi, Mustapha Ussif reject allegations of ‘misapprehension’, ‘selective omission’ of enrolment at NSA

Former executives of the National Service Authority (NSA) have dismissed allegations made in a recent investigative report by The Fourth Estate, describing it as misleading and sensationalized. The investigation accused the NSA of inflating personnel figures, facilitating ghost names on the payroll, and failing to conduct proper verification of service personnel. However, in a press […]

Events

2 w. ago Calls grow for dedicated Public Health Funding amid disease outbreaks

In the wake of several public health crises, including the recent outbreak of cholera, cerebrospinal meningitis, monkey-pox, and others in some parts of Ghana, health and civil society experts have intensified the call on the government to establish the much-touted dedicated fund for emergency health financing.

Events

2 w. ago Let’s power VRA to accelerate national development – Acting CE Obeng

The Acting Chief Executive of the Volta River Authority (VRA) has called upon the staff to boost their efforts and demonstrate renewed vigour, determination, and dedication to bolster electricity production to accelerate national development. Edward Ekow Obeng-Kenzo made this call during visits to various VRA workstations following his appointment by President John Dramani Mahama as […]

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2 w. ago ‘Practical solutions needed for educational reform’ – CSOs demand more funding for Students Loan Scheme

Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in education have called for enhanced funding as part of reforms to the Students Loan Scheme (SLS). They argued that increased funding would improve disbursement and position the Scheme to offer pre-admission loans among others. The stakeholders made the call at a thematic forum on education in Accra as a preparatory […]

Economics

2 w. ago Civil Society Organisations call for reforms to Students Loan Scheme

Civil Society Organisations in education have called for enhanced funding as part of reforms to the Students Loan Scheme (SLS).

Economics